Juan Francisco Estrada
Juan Francisco Estrada Romero (born April 14, 1990) is a Mexican professional boxer. He is a two-weight world champion, having held the WBC, Ring magazine and lineal super flyweight titles since 2019, and previously, the WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles between 2012 and 2015.[1] He also challenged once for the WBA light flyweight title in 2012. As of January 2021, Estrada is ranked as the world's ninth best active boxer, pound for pound, by the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board (TBRB),[2] and eighth by The Ring.[3] He is also ranked as the world's best active super flyweight by The Ring[4] and the TBRB[5] and the world's second-best by BoxRec.[6]
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Real name | Juan Francisco Estrada Romero |
Nickname(s) | El Gallo |
Weight(s) | |
Height | 5 ft 4 in (163 cm) |
Reach | 66 in (168 cm) |
Nationality | Mexican |
Born | Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico | April 14, 1990
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 44 |
Wins | 41 |
Wins by KO | 28 |
Losses | 3 |
Early life and amateur career
Estrada lost his parents at the age of 7. He was raised by his aunt, and picked up boxing when he was 9. At the age of 15, Estrada moved from his native Puerto Peñasco to Hermosillo to focus on his boxing career. As an amateur, Estrada compiled a 94–4 record.[7]
Professional career
Early career
Estrada made his professional debut on August 30, 2008 at the age of 18. Estrada won his first regional belt 2 years later, in October 2010. He defeated Manuel Almendariz by TKO for the WBC Mundo Hispano super flyweight belt. Estrada suffered his first loss against Juan Carlos Sánchez, Jr. in May 2011. Sánchez stands at 5 ft 8, giving him a significant size advantage over most flyweights.[8] Estrada traded knockdowns with Sánchez but he lost the 8-round bout by unanimous decision.
Campeón Azteca
Later that year, Estrada participated in the boxing reality show Campeón Azteca: Round 3 that took place between September to December 2011 in Tuxtla Gutiérrez. The show featured 16 super flyweight fighters competing in an elimination tournament. Estrada won his first fight by unanimous decision (60-54, 60–54, 60–54) against fellow prospect Ivan Diaz. In his second fight in the tournament, Estrada stopped veteran Juan Carlos Tirado in the second round. Estrada won one more fight against Luis May to qualify to the competition's final.
In the competition's final bout, Estrada would face Sánchez Jr. once again. Estrada went down in the second round after a left straight from Sánchez. Later on, with both fighters trading punches in the final round, Sánchez was rocked by a left hook from Estrada. Estrada continued throwing combinations and eventually scored a knockdown over Sánchez. Sánchez attempted to get up but the referee waived the count, giving Estrada the win by TKO with 1:02 elapsed in the tenth and final round.[9] Both Estrada and Sánchez would go on to become world champions.
Estrada vs. González
On November 17, 2012, Estrada moved down from his natural division to challenge WBA light flyweight champion Román González. This was Estrada's first fight outside his native Mexico. The 22 year old Estrada proved to be a tougher challenge than most anticipated, but he nevertheless lost a unanimous decision (112-116, 112–116, 110–118) to the future number one ranked pound-for-pound fighter.[10] González would later say that he was interested in a rematch against Estrada after one of his successful flyweight world title defenses.[11]
Estrada vs. Viloria
On April 6, 2013, Estrada once again challenged for a world title, fighting Brian Viloria at the Cotai Arena in Macau, China, for the WBA (Super) and WBO Flyweight titles.[12] Viloria had unified his titles against Hernán Márquez on the same event in which Gónzalez defeated Estrada. Estrada appeared to lose the early rounds against Viloria, but he would surge on the latter rounds, landing combinations that gave him the edge.[13] Estrada won by split decision (117-111, 116–111, 113–115), thus becoming the new unified champion. Although, observers of the fight felt that the victory should have been ruled a unanimous decision in favor of Estrada.[14]
Various defenses
In his first defense, he defeated number one ranked challenger and future champion Milan Melindo by unanimous decision (118-109, 118–109, 117–109). Melindo was knocked down in round 11, as Estrada cruised to a shutout win. Estrada would fight three times in 2014, scoring victories over Richie Mepranum, former champion Giovanni Segura, and Jobert Alvarez in a non-title fight. In 2015, he added two additional title defenses, against Rommel Asenjo and former champion Hernán Márquez. He then took a break from boxing to undergo surgery on his right hand. During Estrada's reign as a flyweight champion he became known for his refined technique and accurate punching.[15]
Super flyweight
Following 3 and a half years as unified flyweight champion and five titles defenses, Estrada vacated his titles in September 2016 to campaign in the super flyweight division. Estrada said that he could no longer make the flyweight 112 lbs limit.[16] After spending a year away from the ring, Estrada came back against gatekeeper Raymond Tabugon in October 2016 in his native Puerto Peñasco. Estrada won an easy unanimous decision (100-90, 100–90, 100–90).
Estrada vs. Cuadras
In June 2017, it was revealed that Estrada would face Carlos Cuadras. Following Srisaket Sor Rungvisai's unanimous decision win over Román González, Cuadras was the mandatory challenger for Sor Rungvisai, the World Boxing Council's champion. However, the WBC ordered a rematch between Sor Rungvisai and González in light of the controversy around the González-Sor Rungvisai decision. Cuadras then had to face Estrada, the next available ranked contender. The fight was scheduled for the Sor Rungvisai-González undercard on September 9, 2017 at Carson's StubHub Center.[17]
On fight night, Cuadras seemed to gain the upper hand in the early rounds, switch-hitting and throwing and landing more punches. Nevertheless, Estrada was able to slowly impose his methodical style in the second half of the fight, even dropping Cuadras in round 11. Michael Buffer incorrectly announced "Carlos Estrada" as the winner of the fight, but after some confusion he corrected his mistake, giving Juan Francisco Estrada the win by unanimous decision (114-113, 114–113, 114–113).[18]
Estrada vs Sor Rungvisai
On February, 2018, Estrada who was ranked #1 by the WBC at super flyweight, challenged Srisaket Sor Rungvisai for the WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles.[19] Estrada boxed well at times, and managed to connect multiple times on Rungvisai, who was able to take Estrada's best shots. Estrada too, was getting hit often by Rungvisai, but was able to take the champion's power. In the twelveth round, Estrada, perhaps sencing he is need of a knockout to win, fought aggressively. In the end, it was not enough, as Estrada fell short of winning his first world title at super flyweight, as two of the judges saw Rungvisai as the winner, scoring it 117-111 and 115–113, and one judge had the fight a draw, 114-114.[20]
Estrada vs Orucuta
In his next fight, Estrada, ranked #1 by the WBC, fought #7 ranked Felipe Orucuta.[21] Estrada came out with a unanimous decision victory, 118–110, 117-111 and 117–111 on the scorecards, however, the contest was tougher for Estrada than what was expected by fans and media alike.[22]
Estrada vs Mendez
On December 8, 2018, Estrada stepped in on short notice and fought Victor Mendez at super bantamweight. The fight ended up being a good stay-busy fight for Estrada, as he dominated every second of the fight. After seven rounds, Mendez had had enough of it, and the fight was officially stopped.[23]
Professional boxing record
44 fights | 41 wins | 3 losses |
By knockout | 28 | 0 |
By decision | 13 | 3 |
No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round | Date | Location | Notes |
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45 | N/A | N/A | ![]() |
N/A | – (12) | Mar 13, 2021 | ![]() |
Defending WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles; For WBA (Super) super flyweight title |
44 | Win | 41–3 | ![]() |
TKO | 11 (12), 2:22 | Oct 23, 2020 | ![]() |
Retained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles |
43 | Win | 40–3 | ![]() |
TKO | 9 (12), 0:51 | Aug 24, 2019 | ![]() |
Retained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles |
42 | Win | 39–3 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | Apr 26, 2019 | ![]() |
Won WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles |
41 | Win | 38–3 | ![]() |
RTD | 8 (10), 3:00 | Dec 8, 2018 | ![]() |
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40 | Win | 37–3 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | Sep 8, 2018 | ![]() |
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39 | Loss | 36–3 | ![]() |
MD | 12 | Feb 24, 2018 | ![]() |
For WBC and inaugural The Ring super flyweight titles |
38 | Win | 36–2 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | Sep 9, 2017 | ![]() |
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37 | Win | 35–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 5 (10), 2:05 | Mar 11, 2017 | ![]() |
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36 | Win | 34–2 | ![]() |
UD | 10 | Oct 8, 2016 | ![]() |
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35 | Win | 33–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 10 (12), 1:26 | Sep 26, 2015 | ![]() |
Retained WBA (Unified), and WBO flyweight titles |
34 | Win | 32–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (12), 0:43 | Mar 28, 2015 | ![]() |
Retained WBA (Unified), and WBO flyweight titles |
33 | Win | 31–2 | ![]() |
UD | 10 | Dec 6, 2014 | ![]() |
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32 | Win | 30–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 11 (12), 1:33 | Sep 6, 2014 | ![]() |
Retained WBA (Unified), and WBO flyweight titles |
31 | Win | 29–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 10 (12), 0:10 | Apr 26, 2014 | ![]() |
Retained WBA (Unified), and WBO flyweight titles |
30 | Win | 28–2 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | Jul 27, 2013 | ![]() |
Retained WBA (Unified), and WBO flyweight titles |
29 | Win | 27–2 | ![]() |
SD | 12 | Apr 6, 2013 | ![]() |
Won WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles |
28 | Loss | 26–2 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | Nov 17, 2012 | ![]() |
For WBA light flyweight title |
27 | Win | 26–1 | ![]() |
TKO | 9 (10), 0:38 | Aug 24, 2012 | ![]() |
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26 | Win | 25–1 | ![]() |
KO | 2 (10) | Jun 23, 2012 | ![]() |
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25 | Win | 24–1 | ![]() |
UD | 8 | Apr 14, 2012 | ![]() |
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24 | Win | 23–1 | ![]() |
TKO | 10 (10), 1:02 | Dec 17, 2011 | ![]() |
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23 | Win | 22–1 | ![]() |
UD | 8 | Dec 8, 2011 | ![]() |
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22 | Win | 21–1 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (6), 2:38 | Nov 2, 2011 | ![]() |
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21 | Win | 20–1 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | Sep 16, 2011 | ![]() |
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20 | Win | 19–1 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (6), 1:18 | Jul 2, 2011 | ![]() |
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19 | Loss | 18–1 | ![]() |
UD | 8 | May 14, 2011 | ![]() |
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18 | Win | 18–0 | ![]() |
KO | 2 (10) | Feb 18, 2011 | ![]() |
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17 | Win | 17–0 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | Dec 11, 2010 | ![]() |
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16 | Win | 16–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (10) | Oct 2, 2010 | ![]() |
Won vacant WBC Mundo Hispano super flyweight title |
15 | Win | 15–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (10), 2:52 | Aug 7, 2010 | ![]() |
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14 | Win | 14–0 | ![]() |
UD | 10 | May 14, 2010 | ![]() |
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13 | Win | 13–0 | ![]() |
KO | 3 (10) | Feb 20, 2010 | ![]() |
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12 | Win | 12–0 | ![]() |
KO | 1 (8), 2:08 | Dec 12, 2009 | ![]() |
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11 | Win | 11–0 | ![]() |
KO | 5 (6) | Oct 16, 2009 | ![]() |
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10 | Win | 10–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (6), 0:36 | Sep 4, 2009 | ![]() |
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9 | Win | 9–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (6) | Jul 31, 2009 | ![]() |
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8 | Win | 8–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 5 (6) | May 23, 2009 | ![]() |
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7 | Win | 7–0 | ![]() |
KO | 2 (6) | Apr 11, 2009 | ![]() |
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6 | Win | 6–0 | ![]() |
KO | 6 (6) | Mar 29, 2009 | ![]() |
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5 | Win | 5–0 | ![]() |
KO | 1 (4) | Mar 6, 2009 | ![]() |
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4 | Win | 4–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 4 (4) | Jan 31, 2009 | ![]() |
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3 | Win | 3–0 | ![]() |
RTD | 2 (4), 3:00 | Dec 13, 2008 | ![]() |
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2 | Win | 2–0 | ![]() |
KO | 1 (4) | Nov 14, 2008 | ![]() |
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1 | Win | 1–0 | ![]() |
UD | 4 | Aug 30, 2008 | ![]() |
See also
- List of Mexican boxing world champions
- List of flyweight boxing champions
- List of super-flyweight boxing champions
References
- http://boxrec.com/list_bouts.php?human_id=467843&cat=boxer
- "P4P | Transnational Boxing Rankings Board". Archived from the original on 2013-06-24. Retrieved 2019-07-17.
- "Ratings". The Ring. Retrieved 2019-07-17.
- https://www.ringtv.com/ratings/?weightclass=286
- "RANKINGS | Transnational Boxing Rankings Board". Archived from the original on 2014-12-06. Retrieved 2019-10-06.
- "BoxRec: Ratings". boxrec.com. Retrieved 2019-10-06.
- http://www.wboboxing.com/juan-francisco-estrada/
- http://boxrec.com/en/boxer/480215
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8USkvtdXkbU
- http://espn.go.com/boxing/story/_/id/15286795/flyweight-world-champion-roman-chocolatito-gonzalez-not-bothered-spot-undercard-mcwilliams-arroyo-boxing
- http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2468844-roman-gonzalez-wins-hbo-debut-whats-next-for-chocolatito
- http://boxrec.com/show_display.php?show_id=663915
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- "Estrada takes flyweight titles from Viloria". Fox News. April 6, 2013. Retrieved April 7, 2013.
- https://www.badlefthook.com/2015/9/25/9395401/juan-francisco-estrada-roman-gonzalez-gallo-boxing-technique-jab-cross-marquez-melindo-fight
- http://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/17595747/mexico-juan-francisco-estrada-vacates-second-flyweight-title-move-weight
- http://www.boxingscene.com/cuadras-vs-estrada-eyed-chocolatito-sor-rungvisai-hbo-card--117393
- https://www.badlefthook.com/2017/9/9/16282286/hbo-superfly-results-juan-francisco-estrada-edges-carlos-cuadras-by-decision
- "Rungvisai vs Estrada II - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
- "Sor Rungvisai Decisions a Very Determined Juan Francisco Estrada". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
- "Estrada vs Orucuta - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
- Christ, Scott (2018-09-09). "Superfly 3 results: Juan Francisco Estrada gets by Felipe Orucuta". Bad Left Hook. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
- Christ, Scott (2018-12-08). "Juan Francisco Estrada stops Victor Mendez after seven rounds". Bad Left Hook. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
External links
- Boxing record for Juan Francisco Estrada from BoxRec
- Juan Francisco Estrada - Profile, News Archive & Current Rankings at Box.Live
Achievements | ||
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Preceded by Brian Viloria |
WBA flyweight champion Super Title April 6, 2013 – September 14, 2016 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Artem Dalakian |
WBO flyweight champion April 6, 2013 – September 14, 2016 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Zou Shiming | |
Preceded by Srisaket Sor Rungvisai |
WBC super flyweight champion April 26, 2019 – present |
Incumbent |
The Ring super flyweight champion April 26, 2019 – present |