Choi Hi-yong

Hi-Yong Choi (born 1965-09-13 in Korea) is a former professional boxer. He is a former WBA light-flyweight champion.

Hi-Yong Choi
Statistics
Real nameHi-Yong Choi
Weight(s)
Height5′ 4½ in (164 cm)
NationalityKorean
Born (1965-09-13) September 13, 1965
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights21
Wins19
Wins by KO8
Losses2
Draws0
No contests0

Professional career

Choi turned professional in 1987 and captured the WBA light flyweight title in 1991 in only his 10th pro bout in with a decision win over Bong-Jun Kim. He defended the belt 4 times before losing it to Hideyuki Ohashi in 1992. He later moved up in weight and in 1995 captured the WBA light flyweight title with a decision win over Leo Gamez. He lost the belt in 1996 to Carlos Murillo and retired after the bout.


Achievements
Preceded by
Bong-Jun Kim
WBA minimumweight champion
February 2, 1991 - October 14, 1992
Succeeded by
Hideyuki Ohashi
Preceded by
Leo Gamez
WBA light flyweight champion
February 4, 1995 - January 13, 1996
Succeeded by
Carlos Murillo


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