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Julio César Chávez Julio César Chávez is considered the greatest Mexican boxer of all time and one of the greatest fighters in boxing history. He held world titles in three weight divisions and compiled a record of 107 wins before his first professional defeat, a draw with Pernell Whitaker in 1993. His iron chin, relentless body attack, and warrior spirit made him a national hero in Mexico.
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Julio César Chávez is considered the greatest Mexican boxer of all time and one of the greatest fighters in boxing history. He held world titles in three weight divisions and compiled a record of 107 wins before his first professional defeat, a draw with Pernell Whitaker in 1993. His iron chin, relentless body attack, and warrior spirit made him a national hero in Mexico.
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Born in Ciudad Obregón
Julio César Chávez González born in Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, Mexico.
personalBirth
Born in Ciudad Obregón, Mexico
personalJulio César Chávez was born on July 12, 1962, in Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, Mexico
Julio César Chávez was born on July 12, 1962, in Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, Mexico
personalIn his 12th fight, on March 4, 1980, Chávez faced Miguel Ruiz in Culiacán,...
In his 12th fight, on March 4, 1980, Chávez faced Miguel Ruiz in Culiacán, Sinaloa
careerProfessional Debut
Makes his professional boxing debut at age 17.
careerFirst World Title
Wins the WBC super featherweight title, his first of six world titles.
awardJulio César Chávez in 2006 Chávez won six world titles in three weight...
Julio César Chávez in 2006 Chávez won six world titles in three weight divisions: WBC Super Featherweight (1984), WBA Lightweight (1987), WBC Lightweight (1988), WBC Light Welterweight (1989), IBF Light Welterweight (1990) and WBC Light Welterweight (1994) for the second time
careerOn April 19, 1985, Chávez defended his title against number one ranked...
On April 19, 1985, Chávez defended his title against number one ranked contender Ruben Castillo (63–4–2) by knocking him out in the sixth round
careerOn August 3, 1986, Chavez won a twelve-round majority decision over former WBA...
On August 3, 1986, Chavez won a twelve-round majority decision over former WBA and future IBF Super Featherweight champion Rocky Lockridge in Monte Carlo
careerJulio César Chávez On November 21, 1987, Chávez moved up to the lightweight...
Julio César Chávez On November 21, 1987, Chávez moved up to the lightweight division and faced WBA Lightweight Champion Edwin Rosario
careerAfter the bout, Sports Illustrated ran the headline, "Time To Hail César: WBA...
After the bout, Sports Illustrated ran the headline, "Time To Hail César: WBA Lightweight Champion César Chávez of Mexico may be the world's best fighter." On April 16, 1988, Chávez defeated number one ranked contender Rodolfo Aguilar (20–0–1) by sixth-round technical knockout
careerDefeats Meldrick Taylor
Stops Meldrick Taylor with two seconds remaining in an epic unification bout.
careerLoss to De La Hoya
First draw against Pernell Whitaker, followed by his first loss to Frankie Randall. His 87-fight undefeated streak ends.
careerIn 2002, The Ring ranked Chávez as the 18th greatest fighter of the last 80...
In 2002, The Ring ranked Chávez as the 18th greatest fighter of the last 80 years
careerFinal Fight
Fights his final bout. Finishes career 107-6-2, with a record 87 consecutive wins to start his career.
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