According to the Ring Boxing Record Book, Mendoza was undefeated in 27 straight fights prior to 1788. Bare-knuckle fights ended when an opponent was knocked out or unable to continue (Technical knockout) or by foul or a draw. Thus, Mendoza defeated his first 27 opponents by knockout. Dates and exact locations are unknown, except that all fights were in England.

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