Juan Francisco Estrada

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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Estrada and the second or maternal family name is Romero.
Juan Francisco Estrada
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Estrada in 2013
Statistics
Real nameJuan Francisco Estrada Romero
Nickname(s)El Gallo
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 4 in (163 cm)[1]
Reach66 in (168 cm)[1]
NationalityMexican
Born (1990-04-14) April 14, 1990 (age 31)
Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights45
Wins42
Wins by KO28
Losses3

Juan Francisco Estrada Romero (born April 14, 1990) is a Mexican professional boxer. He is a two-weight world champion, having held The Ring super flyweight title since 2019 and the WBA (Super) title since March 2021. He previously held the WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles between 2012 and 2015,[2] and the WBC super flyweight title in March 2021. 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),[3] seventh by The Ring, and tenth by Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA) .[4] He is also ranked as the world's best active super flyweight by The Ring[5] and the TBRB[6] and BoxRec.[7]

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.[8]

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.[9] 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.[10] 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. He lost a unanimous decision (112-116, 112–116, 110–118) to González, the future number one ranked pound-for-pound fighter.[11] González would later say that he was interested in a rematch against Estrada after one of his successful flyweight world title defenses.[12]

Unified flyweight champion[]

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.[13] 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.[12] 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 twelfth round, Estrada, perhaps sensing 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]

Estrada vs Gonzalez II[]

On the 13th of March, 2021, Estrada faced WBA (Super) super flyweight champion, Román González in a highly anticipated rematch. This was the second time the pair met, after their first fight in 2012 ended in a unanimous decision win for Gonzalez. Both fighters were throwing a lot of punches, with Compubox crediting both with 2529 thrown punches combined, making it the busiest fight at 115 pounds the company has ever tracked. In a very close and thrilling fight, Gonzalez seemed to have narrowly outlanded Estrada. However, Estrada earned the split-decision victory having two judges score the fight in his favor, 117-111 and 115–113, while the third judge had it 115-113 for Gonzalez.[24]

Professional boxing record[]

Professional record summary
45 fights 42 wins 3 losses
By knockout 28 0
By decision 14 3
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
45 Win 42–3 Nicaragua Román González SD 12 Mar 13, 2021 United States American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas, U.S. Retained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles;
Won WBA (Super) super flyweight title
44 Win 41–3 Mexico Carlos Cuadras TKO 11 (12), 2:22 Oct 23, 2020 Mexico Gimnasio TV Azteca, Mexico City, Mexico Retained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles
43 Win 40–3 United States Dewayne Beamon TKO 9 (12), 0:51 Aug 24, 2019 Mexico Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico Retained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles
42 Win 39–3 Thailand Srisaket Sor Rungvisai UD 12 Apr 26, 2019 United States The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S. Won WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles
41 Win 38–3 Mexico Victor Mendez RTD 8 (10), 3:00 Dec 8, 2018 United States StubHub Center, Carson, California, U.S.
40 Win 37–3 Mexico Felipe Orucuta UD 12 Sep 8, 2018 United States The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.
39 Loss 36–3 Thailand Srisaket Sor Rungvisai MD 12 Feb 24, 2018 United States The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S. For WBC and inaugural The Ring super flyweight titles
38 Win 36–2 Mexico Carlos Cuadras UD 12 Sep 9, 2017 United States StubHub Center, Carson, California, U.S.
37 Win 35–2 Colombia Anuar Salas TKO 5 (10), 2:05 Mar 11, 2017 Mexico Arena Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico
36 Win 34–2 Philippines Raymond Tabugon UD 10 Oct 8, 2016 Mexico Centro Convenciones, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
35 Win 33–2 Mexico Hernán Márquez TKO 10 (12), 1:26 Sep 26, 2015 Mexico Centro Convenciones, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico Retained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
34 Win 32–2 Philippines Rommel Asenjo TKO 3 (12), 0:43 Mar 28, 2015 Mexico Poliforum Zamna, Mérida, Mexico Retained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
33 Win 31–2 Philippines Joebert Alvarez UD 10 Dec 6, 2014 Mexico Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico
32 Win 30–2 Mexico Giovani Segura TKO 11 (12), 1:33 Sep 6, 2014 Mexico Arena Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico Retained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
31 Win 29–2 Philippines Richie Mepranum TKO 10 (12), 0:10 Apr 26, 2014 Mexico Centro Convenciones, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico Retained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
30 Win 28–2 Philippines Milan Melindo UD 12 Jul 27, 2013 Macau Cotai Arena, Venetian Resort, Macao Retained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
29 Win 27–2 United States Brian Viloria SD 12 Apr 6, 2013 Macau Cotai Arena, Venetian Resort, Macao Won WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
28 Loss 26–2 Nicaragua Román González UD 12 Nov 17, 2012 United States Sports Arena, Los Angeles, California, U.S. For WBA light flyweight title
27 Win 26–1 Mexico German Meraz TKO 9 (10), 0:38 Aug 24, 2012 Mexico Estadio Francisco León García, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
26 Win 25–1 Philippines Ardin Diale KO 2 (10) Jun 23, 2012 Mexico Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico
25 Win 24–1 Mexico Jonathan Lecona Ramos UD 8 Apr 14, 2012 Mexico Arena Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico
24 Win 23–1 Mexico Juan Carlos Sánchez Jr. TKO 10 (10), 1:02 Dec 17, 2011 Mexico Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
23 Win 22–1 Mexico Luis May UD 8 Dec 8, 2011 Mexico Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
22 Win 21–1 Mexico Jose Alfredo Tirado TKO 2 (6), 2:38 Nov 2, 2011 Mexico Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
21 Win 20–1 Mexico Ivan Diaz UD 6 Sep 16, 2011 Mexico Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
20 Win 19–1 Mexico Manuel Lugo TKO 3 (6), 1:18 Jul 2, 2011 Mexico Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico
19 Loss 18–1 Mexico Juan Carlos Sánchez Jr. UD 8 May 14, 2011 Mexico Polideportivo Centenario, Los Mochis, Mexico
18 Win 18–0 Mexico Jorge Cardenas KO 2 (10) Feb 18, 2011 Mexico Gimnasio Salvador Mendoza, Navojoa, Mexico
17 Win 17–0 Mexico Jose Guadalupe Martinez UD 6 Dec 11, 2010 Mexico Auditorio Municipal, Torreón, Mexico
16 Win 16–0 Mexico Manuel Armendariz TKO 2 (10) Oct 2, 2010 Mexico Hotel Puerto del Sol, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico Won vacant WBC Mundo Hispano super flyweight title
15 Win 15–0 Mexico Carlos Rodriguez TKO 2 (10), 2:52 Aug 7, 2010 Mexico Estadio Hector Espino, Hermosillo, Mexico
14 Win 14–0 Mexico Francisco Soto UD 10 May 14, 2010 Mexico Dubay Discoteque, Guasave, Mexico
13 Win 13–0 Mexico Jose Tamayo KO 3 (10) Feb 20, 2010 Mexico Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
12 Win 12–0 Mexico Marino Montiel KO 1 (8), 2:08 Dec 12, 2009 Mexico Gimnasio Municipal, Guaymas, Mexico
11 Win 11–0 Mexico Carlos Jacobo KO 5 (6) Oct 16, 2009 Mexico Malecon Turistico, Guaymas, Mexico
10 Win 10–0 Mexico Felipe Acosta TKO 3 (6), 0:36 Sep 4, 2009 Mexico Polideportivo Centenario, Los Mochis, Mexico
9 Win 9–0 Mexico Javier Meraz TKO 2 (6) Jul 31, 2009 Mexico Malecon Turistico, Guaymas, Mexico
8 Win 8–0 Mexico Eduardo Gutierrez TKO 5 (6) May 23, 2009 Mexico Estadio Jesus Ibarra, Huatabampo, Mexico
7 Win 7–0 Mexico Carlos Lopez KO 2 (6) Apr 11, 2009 Mexico Penasco del Sol, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
6 Win 6–0 Mexico Jorge Ramirez KO 6 (6) Mar 29, 2009 Mexico Casino Costa Azul, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
5 Win 5–0 Mexico Roberto Hernandez KO 1 (4) Mar 6, 2009 Mexico Forum del Mayo, Navojoa, Mexico
4 Win 4–0 Mexico Gregorio Cortez TKO 4 (4) Jan 31, 2009 Mexico Gimnasio Carlos Hernandez Carrera, Nogales, Mexico
3 Win 3–0 Mexico Vicente Maroquin RTD 2 (4), 3:00 Dec 13, 2008 Mexico Gimnasio Municipal, San Luis Río Colorado, Mexico
2 Win 2–0 Mexico Daniel Contreras Jr KO 1 (4) Nov 14, 2008 Mexico Gimnasio German Evers, Mazatlán, Mexico
1 Win 1–0 Mexico Sergio Chavez UD 4 Aug 30, 2008 Mexico Expo Forum, Hermosillo, Mexico

See also[]

  • List of Mexican boxing world champions
  • List of flyweight boxing champions
  • List of super-flyweight boxing champions

References[]

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Sporting positions
World boxing titles
Preceded by 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 WBC super flyweight champion
April 26, 2019 – March 26, 2021
Status changed to Franchise champion 		Vacant
The Ring super flyweight champion
April 26, 2019 – present 		Incumbent
Preceded by WBA super flyweight champion
Super title
March 13, 2021 – present
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