 This fight did not attract many supporters of the sport; it took place on 6 June 1786 and was therefore during the period when the wealthy were away from London.Johnson had developed to be an exceptional fighter, and a rarity in his day because he used his brain as well as his strength.A barrel-chested man, he weighed around and his height was variously stated in the range of 5' 8" (1.73 m) to 5' 10" (1.78 m).