How many times did Roger Mayweather fight Chavez?
Mayweather (59-13, 35 knockouts) also fought Julio Cesar Chavez (twice), the late Pernell Whitaker, Freddie Pendleton, Vinny Pazienza, Kostya Tszyu, and several other world-class fighters.
Who won Julio Cesar Chavez vs Mayweather?
MEXICAN idol Julio Cesar Chavez retained his WBC super-featherweight title with an overwhelming win over Roger Mayweather – former WBA champion – in the second round of their scheduled 12-rounder at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas on July 7, 1985.
Has Julio Cesar Chavez fought Mayweather?
Super Featherweight On July 7, 1985, Chavez defeated former and future champion Roger Mayweather via a second-round knockout.
Who was Julio Cesar Chavez biggest fight?
The world championship bout held on March 17, 1990 between WBC world champion Julio César Chávez of Mexico and IBF world champion Meldrick Taylor of the United States, both at light welterweight, was a historic event in professional boxing.
Is Roger Mayweather in creed?
Floyd Mayweather won’t be in ‘Creed,’ but his swag will be — Sylvester Stallone tapped Floyd’s favorite boxing glove company to be the official mitt of the movie.
Is Julio Cesar Chavez the best boxer?
He won several welterweight titles under the WBA, WBC and IBF banners. He was a statistic producing machine. Chavez holds records such as the most title defences, the most title victories, and the highest attendance figures during an outdoor boxing match.
How many fights did Julio Cesar Chavez fight?
115
Julio César Chávez/Total Fights
Who trained Mayweather senior?
Roger Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather Sr. was found guilty of illegal drug trafficking, which led to jail time. Some think that Junior never forgave his father for leaving him. Roger Mayweather took over the coaching job to help him win the bronze medal in the 1996 Olympics and his 14 first professional bouts.