Famous Dominican Boxers

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Javier Fortuna
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Javier Fortuna
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Birthdate: July 15, 1989
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: La Romana, Dominican Republic
Javier Fortuna Francisco is a Dominican professional boxer known for his success in various weight divisions. He held the WBA interim featherweight title from 2012 to 2013 and the WBA (Regular) super featherweight title from 2015 to 2016. Fortuna has demonstrated his skills and determination by challenging for the IBF lightweight title in 2018. Throughout his career, he has showcased his talent, resilience, and versatility in the ring, earning recognition as a formidable contender in the world of boxing.
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Jackson Marinez
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Jackson Marinez
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Birthdate: December 21, 1990
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Jackson Maríñez is a Dominican professional boxer known for his talent and determination in the ring. In 2020, he made a significant mark in his career by challenging for the WBA interim lightweight title. His skills and passion for the sport have earned him recognition among boxing enthusiasts. Maríñez continues to train hard and compete at a high level, showcasing his dedication to the sport and his goal of achieving success in the boxing world.
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Joan Guzmán
(Dominican Former Professional Boxer)
Joan Guzmán
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Birthdate: May 1, 1976
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Joan Guzmán is a retired Dominican professional boxer who had a successful career spanning from 1997 to 2014. He achieved significant recognition by holding world championships in two weight classes. Guzmán notably held the WBO super bantamweight title from 2002 to 2005 and the WBO junior lightweight title from 2006 to 2008. His time as a boxer was marked by skillful performances and strategic victories, solidifying his reputation as a formidable force in the boxing world.
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Jeison Rosario
(Former Dominican Professional Boxer)
Jeison Rosario
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Birthdate: April 7, 1995
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Jeison Rosario had a successful professional boxing career, holding the unified WBA (Super) and IBF light middleweight titles in 2020. Known for his skill inside the ring, he faced tough opponents and emerged victorious to claim these prestigious titles. Rosario's dedication and hard work were evident in his performances, showcasing his talent and determination to succeed at the highest level of the sport. His achievements in the boxing world solidified his reputation as a formidable and respected athlete in the light middleweight division.
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Félix Díaz
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Félix Díaz
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Birthdate: December 10, 1983
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Félix Díaz is a successful Dominican professional boxer who has made a mark in the sport. He challenged for the unified WBC, WBO, and The Ring light welterweight titles in 2017, showcasing his skill and determination. Prior to his professional career, he achieved notable success as an amateur boxer, winning a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics and a bronze at the 2003 Pan American Games. Félix Díaz's career is marked by his achievements both in the amateur and professional boxing arenas, solidifying his reputation as a talented and accomplished athlete.
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Juan Carlos Payano
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Juan Carlos Payano
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Birthdate: April 12, 1984
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Dominican Republic
Juan Carlos Payano is a successful Dominican professional boxer known for his accomplishments in the bantamweight division. He held the WBA (Undisputed) and IBO titles simultaneously from 2014 to 2016. Payano has showcased his skills both as an amateur and professional, with notable achievements including two silver medals at the Pan American Games and a gold medal at the Central American and Caribbean Games. His dedication and talent have solidified his reputation as a prominent figure in the world of boxing.
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Alberto Puello
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Alberto Puello
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Birthdate: July 22, 1994
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic
Alberto Puello Calderón is a Dominican professional boxer who has experienced both triumph and controversy in his career. He held the World Boxing Association (WBA) super lightweight title from 2022 to 2023 and has since secured the World Boxing Council (WBC) super lightweight title starting in June 2024. However, his career took a hit when he tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance on April 19, 2023, leading to a six-month suspension. Despite this setback, Puello remains a prominent figure in the world of boxing, showcasing his skill and determination in the ring.
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Agapito Sánchez
(Dominican Boxer)
Agapito Sánchez
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Birthdate: February 14, 1970
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: La Victoria, Dominican Republic
Died: November 14, 2005
Agapito Sánchez, commonly known as "El Ciclón" and "Dirty Sanchez," was a skilled boxer from the Dominican Republic who competed in the Super Bantamweight weight class. Throughout his career, he participated in a total of 50 fights, emerging victorious in 37 of them, with 18 wins achieved by knockout. Despite his success in the ring, Sánchez gained notoriety for his frequent use of unsportsmanlike tactics during fights. His aggressive and controversial fighting style left a lasting impact on the boxing community.
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Edwin Rodríguez
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Edwin Rodríguez
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Birthdate: May 5, 1985
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Moca, Dominican Republic
Edwin Rodríguez is a highly skilled professional boxer hailing from the Dominican Republic and currently residing in Worcester, Massachusetts. Throughout his career, he has showcased exceptional talent and determination inside the boxing ring, earning him a reputation as a formidable competitor. Rodríguez has achieved significant success in his professional boxing career, facing top opponents and participating in notable matches. His dedication to the sport and relentless pursuit of excellence have solidified his position as a respected figure in the boxing world.
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Jonathan Alonso
(Dominican-Spanish Boxer)
Jonathan Alonso
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Birthdate: September 6, 1990
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Moca, Dominican Republic
Jonathan "Maravilla" Alonso Flete is a professional boxer who hails from the Dominican Republic and represents Spain in international competitions. He has competed in the Men's light welterweight category at the 2012 Summer Olympics, showcasing his skills on a global stage. Despite facing a defeat in the first round of the competition, Jonathan has continued to pursue his passion for boxing and has demonstrated determination and resilience in his professional career.
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Claudio Marrero
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Claudio Marrero
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Birthdate: March 6, 1989
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Claudio Marrero Guzman is a Dominican professional boxer known for his success in the featherweight division. In 2017, he held both the WBA interim and IBO featherweight titles, showcasing his skill and determination in the ring. Marrero has established himself as a formidable competitor with an impressive record of victories. His career highlights include notable matches against top opponents, displaying his talent and dedication to the sport. Marrero's achievements in the boxing world have solidified his reputation as a skilled and accomplished athlete.
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Christina Linardatou
(Greek Professional Boxer)
Christina Linardatou
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Birthdate: March 4, 1988
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
Christina Linardatou Durán is a prominent Greek professional boxer known for her impressive career in the junior-welterweight division. With two WBO female junior-welterweight championship titles under her belt, secured in 2019 and 2020, she has solidified her status as a top contender in the boxing world. As of September 2020, she holds the prestigious title of the world's best active female junior-welterweight according to The Ring and holds the third position according to BoxRec, showcasing her remarkable skill and dedication to the sport.
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Lenin Castillo
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Lenin Castillo
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Birthdate: August 21, 1988
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Lenin Castillo is a Dominican professional boxer known for his participation in the 2008 Summer Olympics. With a successful amateur career, he transitioned to the professional boxing circuit, showcasing his skills and determination in the ring. Throughout his professional career, Castillo has faced various opponents, demonstrating his talent and perseverance. He has garnered recognition for his boxing abilities and continues to make a name for himself in the sport, earning victories and building a reputation as a skilled fighter.
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Carlos Adames
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Carlos Adames
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Birthdate: May 7, 1994
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Elias Pina, Dominican Republic
Carlos Adames is a renowned Dominican professional boxer known for his skill and determination in the ring. He currently holds the prestigious World Boxing Council (WBC) middleweight title, a testament to his remarkable talent and hard work. Adames has also showcased his abilities by challenging for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) interim light middleweight title in the past, demonstrating his versatility and drive to succeed at the highest levels of the sport. His impressive career trajectory continues to inspire fans and fellow boxers alike.
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Argenis Mendez
(Dominican Professional Boxer)
Argenis Mendez
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Birthdate: July 3, 1986
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic
Argenis Mendez is a renowned professional boxer who achieved success early in his career by winning the silver medal at the junior world championships in 2004. He went on to become the International Boxing Federation Super Featherweight champion, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination in the ring. Throughout his professional life, Mendez has demonstrated his talent, resilience, and dedication to the sport, earning him a reputation as a formidable and accomplished boxer in the world of professional boxing.