The MMA legend dictated the pace and managed space with ring generalship in delivering a split decision victory Saturday night. Two of the three judges at Jalisco Stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico had it 77-75 for the former UFC champion.

Did Chavez Sr win his fight?

Chávez, ahead on all scorecards, was declared the winner. He was also awarded The Ring Lightweight title after the victory. Chavez vacated his WBA and WBC Lightweight titles in order to move up to the super lightweight division.

What time is Chavez Jr fight tonight?

Date, Time. The Tribute to the Kings event takes place tonight, Saturday, June 19 with the fight undercard fight starting at 5:30pm EST / 2:30pm PST.

Who won Chavez Jr vs Anderson Silva?

Anderson Silva, a former UFC middleweight champion and a legend in mixed martial arts, stepped into the boxing ring with Julio César Chávez Jr. for an exhibition fight on Saturday night, defeating the former champion via split decision ― 77-75, 77-75, 77-75.

How many times did De La Hoya fight Chavez?

The 47-year-old De La Hoya and the 58-year old Chávez have battled twice before in the professional ranks. They squared off in June 1996 with De La Hoya pummeling Chávez to win by fourth-round TKO to capture the WBC super lightweight championship.

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Did Camacho beat Chavez?

He lost a unanimous decision to Mexican fighter Julio Cesar Chavez in 1992, enduring a savage beating.

How much money did Julio Cesar Chavez make?

Is the Mexican boxer truly a billionaire? According to Celebrity Net Worth, 'JC Jr.'s net worth stands at an astonishing $4 million.

Who beat Chavez?

Silva beat Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. at Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara, Mexico, via split decision in an eight-round fight. The bout was part of the Tribute to the Kings event, which was capped by Julio Cesar Chavez Sr.'s fight with Hector Camacho Jr. “I feel so happy,” Silva said after the win in the ring.

How many champions did Chavez beat?

He is record-breaking with over 27 world titles, 31 title fight victories, 37 title fights and 21 title defenses win by knockout. Julio Cesar Chavez is known to be the longest undefeated streak in boxing history (13 years).

Did Chavez ever get knocked out?

He knocked down Julio Cesar Chavez in the 11th round and won the World Boxing Council super lightweight championship on a split decision at the MGM Grand. ... It was the first defeat in the illustrious career of the 31-year-old Chavez, although many thought he had lost to Pernell Whitaker on Sept.

What Mexican boxer died recently?

An 18-year-old Mexican boxer died Thursday, five days after she was knocked out and injured in a Montreal ring. Groupe Yvon Michel, the organizer of the boxing event, said Thursday that Jeanette Zacarias Zapata died from injuries sustained in a bout with Marie-Pier Houle on Saturday night at IGA stadium.

What happened to Hector Camacho's sons face?

Hector Jr. suffered a deep cut over his eye as a result of an accidental clash of heads, resulting in a controversial no contest ruling. He would suffer his first loss two fights later and, as is often the case in boxing, Macho Camacho's kid quickly became old news.

How rich is Don King?

As of 2021, Don King's net worth is roughly $150 million. Donald “Don” King is an American boxing promoter known for his involvement in historic boxing matchups. He has been a controversial figure, partly due to a manslaughter conviction (later pardoned), and civil cases against him.

Who is the all time greatest boxer?

The fans' top 5 greatest boxers of all time

1. Muhammad Ali. The Greatest was not only one of the best heavyweights of all time, he was also one of the most colorful. ...
2. Sugar Ray Robinson. ...
3. Rocky Marciano. ...
4. Joe Louis. ...
5. Mike Tyson.

Who has the most wins in boxing?

Len Wickwar holds the record for the most wins and bouts out of anyone in boxing history. Wickwar fought 467 times and won 339 of those bouts.

Who did Hector Macho Camacho lose to?

He also fought other legends such as Julio Cesar Chavez and Oscar De La Hoya during his storied career. Camacho fought his last fight in 2010. He was 40 years old at the time and far away from his boxing prime, and he lost to Saul Duran by unanimous decision.

How many Puerto Rican boxing champions are there?

The fact Puerto Rico has six current titleholders (among 68 in the major sanctioning bodies) and seven fighters ranked by THE RING is an indication that boxing on the island is as strong as ever. Martino was with the retired Rosario when he was asked recently why Puerto Ricans have such heavy hands in the ring.

What happened Jeanette Zacarias?

Mexican boxer Jeanette Zacarias Zapata, 18, dies after suffering several blows to the head during fight. Mexican boxer Jeanette Zacarias Zapata died Thursday after suffering several blows to the head during her match against Canada's Marie-Pier Houle over the weekend, event officials said.