Emanuel Augustus

Last updated
Emanuel Tarot Francis Augustus
Born
Emanuel Burton

(1975-01-02) January 2, 1975 (age 50)
Other namesYA
Statistics
Weight(s) Light welterweight
Height5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Reach68 in (173 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights78
Wins38
Wins by KO20
Losses34
Draws6

Emanuel Augustus (born Emanuel Ya'kov Burton, January 2, 1975) is an American former professional boxer from Brownsville, Texas who competed from 1994 to 2011. He was known for his entertaining boxing style and showboating manner designed to confuse opponents. He faced top-level competition throughout his career, winning the IBA light welterweight title in 2004.

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Early life

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Augustus (born as Burton) [1] grew up in Louisiana and boxed out of Baton Rouge.[ citation needed ]

At the age of 17, Augustus found a trainer by the name of Frank James, who operated a gym in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. During his time at the gym Augustus would go on to meet two of the best friends James Georgetown and LJ Morvant. Morvant would later state “in the gym nobody could beat him. He’d go through the whole gym and still be the man in the middle of the ring just wishing somebody would give him another round. He just never got enough.” Augustus had 27 Amateur bouts before going pro. [2]

Professional career

Augustus began boxing at age 17 under his birth name Emanuel Burton. In 1974, when his parents married, Burton adopted his father's last name of Augustus. He retained the nickname "YA", short for his middle name Ya'kov. Emanuel has frequently appeared on ESPN2's boxing programs Tuesday Night Fights and its counterpart Friday Night Fights .[ citation needed ]

Throughout his early career Augustus would mainly fight in the Southern United States. Having his first international fight on June 1st 1997 in Germany in a DQ loss to Stephen Smith. After going on a 4 fight losing streak in 1997-98 he would then hit the longest unbeaten run of his career of 10 fights. This would include Augustus flying out to Denmark on three days notice to fight a 38-1 contender Soren Sondergaard getting awarded a draw after knocking him down twice in the 8th. Then even more impressively just 10 days later he flew to England and beat Jon Thaxton by TKO to win both the IBF and WBO Inter-Continental Light titles. [3]

Augustus's televised bouts garnered him a cult following, in part due to his unique style and flair in the ring, and his willingness to take on all comers, taking fights on short notice as a last minute replacement [4] even in opponents' hometowns. Augustus frequently clowned in the ring to frustrate his opponents, engaging in his trademark "string-puppet dance." [5] Augustus was also known for losing close controversial decisions on the road.[ citation needed ]

In 2000 Augustus's famously gave a young Floyd Mayweather the toughest fight of his career. Mayweather still managed to control the majority of the fight, but Augustus did see his fair share of success even managing to draw blood from Mayweather's nose. To this day Mayweather still says that Augustus was his toughest opponent he ever faced. [6]

On July 13, 2001 Augustus would face Micky Ward in the 2001 fight of the year. The majority of the fight saw the two men standing right in front of each other. Ward was able to walk Augustus against the ropes for a good portion of the bout, where Augustus was more than comfortable exchanging punches. The fight was pure chaotic, non-stop carnage with both fighters throwing punches to the point of exhaustion. [7]

Augustus achieved a measure of fame after his bout against Courtney Burton on July 6, 2004, which he lost by controversial close decision. [1] The state of Michigan investigated the points verdict for Burton, but did not overturn the result. Augustus demanded a rematch, and got it, avenging his loss to Burton on September 1, 2006, when he stopped Burton in the eighth round on ESPN with the help of a left hook to the body. This was the opposite of result in their first fight, when Augustus was disallowed a knockdown from a left hook to the body after referee Dan Kelley incorrectly claimed the knockdown was a caused by an illegal low blow. The punch should have been permitted, because it actually landed on Burton's beltline, which is termed 'the border' in professional boxing refereeing.[ citation needed ]

The best win of Augustus' career ratings wise was against Carlos Wilfredo Vilches on July 19, 2002. Augustus took the fight on just 2 days' notice after Vilches' original opponent, Vince Phillips, pulled out due to injury. Vilches was 37-1-2 at the time and was a ranked fighter. During the bout, Vilches wanted to keep Augustus at bay with a stiff jab. Augustus continued to pressure Vilches, and landed counter right hands over the top of Vilches' left jab. A cut opened up near the left eye of Vilches, which eventually resulted in an upset eighth round stoppage win for Augustus. The win vaulted Augustus to the number two worldwide ratings position in the International boxing Federation light welterweight division. However, Augustus followed with four decision losses and one controversial draw to tough opponents, including Omar Gabriel Weis, over whom Vilches already held a victory. [1]

After getting a draw vs 16-0 Alvaro Aguilar. Augustus would win his first world title on April 2nd 2004 when he challenged IBA World Super Lightweight champion Alex Trujillo. Augustus would win the title by a 12 round unanimous decision. [1]

2 years later in 2006 coming off back to back wins Augustus would challenge Russell Stoner Jones for the vacant WBC Continental Americans super lightweight title. Augustus would win the belt in a dominant unanimous decision winning all ten rounds on all 3 judges score cards. [8]

At least one of Augustus' losses was questionable. [9] On June 6, 1999, Danish boxer Allan Vester won his bout with Augustus with one second left in the twelfth and final round. Augustus was knocked down by a flurry of punches which occurred in the final seconds of the bout, and did not get up in time. Augustus later admitted he gave up out of frustration near the end of the bout, stating, "I just felt out of order, out of place." [10] Due to Augustus not being afraid to fight anyone any time anywhere this led to him losing numerous controversial decisions when he would fight fighters in their home town. He is often regarded as one of the most robbed fighters in boxing. [11]

At the near the end career in 2008 Augustus would win 3 fight win streak in including a KO victory of Jakkirt Suwunnalirt to win the WBO oriental welterweight title. This would be the last title win of his career. As he would return to the United state and lose his next 5 retiring in 2011. [1] He is still looked back on by many fans for his entertaining fighting style and showmanship he is viewed as one of the best journeyman in the sport of boxing. [3]

Titles

After going on a 7 fight unbeaten streak he travelled to Norwich, Norfolk, U.K. On September 26th 1998. To take on British fighter Jon Thaxton he would get a TKO victory in the 7th round to win both the WBO Inter-Continental Light Welterweight Championship and the IBF Inter-Continental Light Welterweight Championship. [1]

On April 2, 2004, Augustus became the IBA light welterweight champion defeating Alex Trujillo by unanimous decision. [1]

On December 9, 2006, he became the WBC Continental Americas light welterweight champion by defeating Russell Stoner Jones. [1]

On July 4, 2008, he knocked out Jakkirt Suwunnalirt in Sydney, Australia, to win the WBO Oriental welterweight title. [1]

Controversial disqualification

Augustus was the IBA light welterweight champion between April 2, 2004, and June 18 of that year. Augustus lost his title when referee Laurence Cole disqualified him in his first title defense against Tomas Barrientes. At the time of disqualification, Augustus was ahead on all three judges' scorecards. He was disqualified for pushing, talking back to the referee, and not looking into his eyes when asked to. [12]

Other achievements

His fight against "Irish" Micky Ward on July 13, 2001, was voted 2001 ESPN "Fight of the Year", USA Today’s fight of the year, as well as 2001 Ring magazine Fight of the Year. [13] In June 2008 ESPN announced that this fight had been nominated for its "Fight of the Decade" award. Augustus was also named "ESPN's Most Memorable Fighter".[ when? ]

Boxing Style

Augustus is known for his unorthodox style. He would routinely dance in the ring, including his trademark string-puppet dance. [5] [3] Yet Emanuel was also known for his incredible defense, routinely slipping punches and using shoulder rolls to avoid punches. [14] Augustus used exceptional conventional footwork, but also used unorthodox footwork. [14] According to Emanuel's long-time friend LJ Morvant, many of his unorthodox techniques came from characters in the video game Tekken. [3] His fighting style would lead to him earning the Nickname the drunken master. [3]

He once stated “If you were watching my fight, I wanted to give you your money’s worth.” [15]

Outside the ring

During a 2012 interview with boxing expert Dan Rafael, Floyd Mayweather Jr. stated Augustus was the toughest opponent he had faced in his career and Augustus’s record didn’t reflect the fighter’s skills. [16]

On the night of October 13, 2014, Augustus was critically wounded after being hit in the back of the head by a random gunshot and was on life support. [17] Baton Rouge Police named 21-year-old Christopher Stills as a suspect in the crime, but subsequently dropped charges due to lack of witnesses or evidence of intent, as Stills was alleged to have fired a gun several times in the air but not at a target. [18] Augustus eventually recovered, and was living with his sister in Baton Rouge. As of 2016, Augustus was engaged to be married, was in improved health and spirits, and had returned in training. [19]

Professional boxing record

78 fights38 wins34 losses
By knockout205
By decision1827
By disqualification02
Draws6
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
78Loss38–34–6 Flag of the United States.svg Vernon Paris UD829 Jan 2011 Flag of the United States.svg Silverdome, Pontiac, Michigan, U.S.
77Loss38–33–6 Flag of the United States.svg Charles Hatley UD825 Sep 2010 Flag of the United States.svg Quick Trip Ballpark, Grand Prairie, Texas, U.S.
76Loss38–32–6 Flag of Russia.svg Ruslan Provodnikov TKO9 (10)21 May 2010 Flag of the United States.svg Laredo Energy Arena, Laredo, Texas, U.S.
75Loss38–31–6 Flag of Nigeria.svg Wale Omotoso TKO9 (10)21 Aug 2009 Flag of Australia (converted).svg Knox Netball Centre, Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia
74Loss38–30–6 Flag of the United States.svg Francisco Figueroa SD88 Nov 2008 Flag of the United States.svg Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.Undercard fight for the main event Joe Calzaghe vs. Roy Jones Jr.
73Win38–29–6 Flag of Thailand.svg Jakkirt SuwunnalirtKO2 (12)4 July 2008 Flag of Australia (converted).svg Bowman Centre, Blacktown, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
72Win37–29–6 Flag of the Philippines.svg Jun PadernaUD630 May 2008 Flag of Australia (converted).svg Central Coast Rugby League Club, Gosford, New South Wales, Australia
71Win36–29–6 Flag of Australia (converted).svg David WiremuKO2 (8)1 Feb 2008 Flag of Australia (converted).svg Inglis Auctions Complex, Randwick, New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
70Loss35–29–6 Flag of Russia.svg Sergey SorokinUD1231 Aug 2007 Flag of Russia.svg Yubileyny, Yugorsk, Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug, Russia For WBO Asia Pacific Super Lightweight Title
69Win35–28–6 Flag of the United States.svg Marteze LoganUD818 Apr 2007 Flag of the United States.svg Ameristar Casino, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
68Loss34–28–6 Flag of Kyrgyzstan.svg Almazbek Raiymkulov UD1011 Jan 2007 Flag of the United States.svg New Alhambra, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
67Win34–27–6 Flag of Ghana.svg Russell Stoner JonesUD109 Dec 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Alltel Arena, North Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.Won vacant WBC Continental Americas Super Lightweight Title
66Win33–27–6 Flag of the United States.svg Courtney BurtonKO8 (10)1 Sep 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Million Dollar Elm Casino, Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.
65Win32–27–6 Flag of the United States.svg Marteze LoganUD817 May 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Connecticut, U.S.
64Loss31–27–6 Flag of Mexico.svg Arturo Morua UD1210 Mar 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Desert Diamond Casino, Tucson, Arizona, U.S.For WBO Inter-Continental Super Lightweight Title
63Win31–26–6 Flag of Colombia.svg Jaime RangelTKO10 (10)10 Feb 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Foxwoods Resort, Ledyard, Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, Connecticut, U.S.
62Loss30–26–6 Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Herman Ngoudjo UD1215 Oct 2005 Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Montreal Casino, Montreal, Quebec, Canada For NABF Super Lightweight Title and vacant WBC International Super Lightweight Title
61Win30–25–6 Flag of the United States.svg Ray Oliveira TKO8 (10)8 Jul 2005 Flag of the United States.svg Hampton Beach Casino, Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, U.S.
60Win29–25–6 Flag of Guyana.svg Dillon Carew TKO8 (10)21 Jan 2005 Flag of the United States.svg Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, Connecticut, U.S.Corner retirement~Carew deducted 2 points for spitting out his mouthpiece in the 8th rd
59Loss28–25–6 Flag of the United States.svg Courtney Burton SD106 Jul 2004 Flag of the United States.svg L.C. Walker Arena, Muskegon, Michigan, U.S.Augustus penalized one point in 8th for spinning himself out of a clinch
58Loss28–24–6 Flag of the United States.svg Tomas Barrientes DQ7 (12)18 Jun 2004 Flag of the United States.svg Dodge Arena, Hidalgo, Texas, U.S.For IBA Light Welterweight Title, Lost IBA World Super Lightweight Title, Augustus ahead at time of disqualification
57Win28–23–6 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Alex Trujillo UD122 Apr 2004 Flag of the United States.svg Desert Diamond Casino, Tucson, Arizona, U.S.Won IBA World Super Lightweight Title
56Draw27–23–6 Flag of Mexico.svg Alvaro AguilarMD828 Feb 2004 Flag of the United States.svg MGM Grand, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.Undercard fight for the main event Érik Morales vs Jesús Chávez
55Loss27–23–5 Flag of the United States.svg David Diaz UD830 Jan 2004 Flag of the United States.svg DePaul Athletic Center, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
54Loss27–22–5 Flag of Brazil.svg Kelson Pinto UD1017 Jun 2003 Flag of the United States.svg Sundance Square, Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
53Loss27–21–5 Flag of the United States.svg Michael WarrickUD1017 May 2003 Flag of the United States.svg Thunderbird Wild West Casino, Norman, Oklahoma, U.S.
52Loss27–20–5 Flag of Argentina.svg Omar Gabriel WeisUD107 Feb 2003 Flag of the United States.svg Sam's Town Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
51Win27–19–5 Flag of Argentina.svg Carlos Wilfredo VilchesTKO8 (10)19 Jul 2002 Flag of the United States.svg Yakama Legends Casino, Toppenish, Washington, U.S.Fight stopped due to a cut, Augustus took the fight on 2 days notice as a late sub for Vince Phillips
50Draw26–19–5 Flag of the United States.svg Leavander Johnson SD107 Jun 2002 Flag of the United States.svg Rawhide Arena, Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S.
49Win26–19–4 Flag of Mexico.svg Luis Alejandro UgaldeUD812 Apr 2002 Flag of the United States.svg Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S.
48Win25–19–4 Flag of the United States.svg Jesus Abel SantiagoTKO8 (10)31 Jan 2002 Flag of the United States.svg Roy Wilkins Auditorium, Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S.
47Loss24–19–4 Flag of Romania.svg Leonard Doroftei UD1028 Sep 2001 Flag of the United States.svg War Memorial Gymnasium, San Francisco, California, U.S.
46Loss24–18–4 Flag of the United States.svg Micky Ward UD1013 Jul 2001 Flag of the United States.svg Casino Ballroom, Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, U.S.
45Win24–17–4 Flag of the United States.svg Mike GriffithTKO10 (10)16 Feb 2001 Flag of the United States.svg Grays Armory, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
44Win23–17–4 Flag of the United States.svg Orlando MilianTKO2 (6)10 Feb 2001 Flag of the United States.svg Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Miami, Florida, U.S.
43Loss22–17–4 Flag of the United States.svg Floyd Mayweather Jr. TKO9 (10)21 Oct 2000 Flag of the United States.svg Cobo Hall, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
42Win22–16–4 Flag of the United States.svg Gerald GrayUD812 Aug 2000 Flag of the United States.svg Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Miami, Florida, U.S.
41Loss21–16–4 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg John John Molina UD1012 May 2000 Flag of the United States.svg Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Miami, Florida, U.S.
40Loss21–15–4 Flag of Jamaica.svg Teddy ReidUD1219 Mar 2000 Flag of the United States.svg Horseshoe Casino Tunica, Tunica Resorts, Mississippi, U.S.For vacant NABF World Super Lightweight Title
39Loss21–14–4 Flag of Mexico.svg Antonio Díaz UD1217 Sep 1999 Flag of the United States.svg All American Sports Park, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.For IBA World Super Lightweight Title
38Won21–13–4 Flag of the United States.svg Terrell FingerKO8 (8)30 Jul 1999 Flag of the United States.svg Grand Casino, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.
37Loss20–13–4 Flag of Denmark.svg Allan Vester KO12 (12)25 Jun 1999 Flag of Denmark.svg Botanisk Have, Aarhus, DenmarkLost IBF and WBO Inter-Continental light welterweight title
36Win20–12–4 Flag of the United States.svg Jamar CarterUD819 Feb 1999 Flag of the United States.svg Grand Casino, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.
35Win19–12–4 Flag of the United States.svg Sammy SparkmanKO5 (?)2 Dec 1998 Flag of the United States.svg New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
34Win18–12–4 Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Jon Thaxton TKO7 (12)26 Sep 1998 Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Sports Village, Norwich, Norfolk, U.K.Won IBF and WBO Inter-Continental light welterweight title
33Win17–12–4 Flag of Mexico.svg Eduardo MartinezKO6 (?)16 Sep 1998 Flag of the United States.svg New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
32Draw16–12–4 Flag of Denmark.svg Søren Søndergaard PTS84 Sep 1998 Flag of Denmark.svg Kolding Hallen, Kolding, Denmark
31Win16–12–3 Flag of Slovakia.svg Jozef KubovskyUD628 Jun 1998 Flag of Germany.svg Germany
30Win15–12–3 Flag of the United States.svg Fredd LaddTKO8 (10)7 May 1998 Flag of the United States.svg Sams Town Casino, Tunica, Mississippi, U.S.
29Win14–12–3 Flag of the United States.svg Santos LopezKO3 (8)17 Apr 1998 Flag of the United States.svg Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
28Win13–12–3 Flag of the United States.svg Louie LeijaUD810 Mar 1998 Flag of the United States.svg Casino Rouge, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.
27Win12–12–3 Flag of the United States.svg David ToledoKO10 (10)21 Feb 1998 Flag of the United States.svg Miccosukee Indian Gaming Resort Casino, Miami Florida, U.S
26Loss11–12–3 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Juan GomezUD1031 Jan 1998 Flag of the United States.svg Ice Palace, Tampa Florida, U.S.
25Loss11–11–3 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Silverio FloresUD814 Dec 1997 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Fajardo, Puerto Rico
24Loss11–10–3 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Juan Antonio LopezUD814 Nov 1997 Flag of the United States.svg South Padre Island Texas, U.S.
23Loss11–9–3 Flag of Cuba.svg Diosbelys Hurtado UD102 Oct 1997 Flag of the United States.svg Miccosukee Indian Gaming Resort Casino, Miami Florida, U.S.
22Win11–8–3 Flag of the United States.svg Danny AcevedoTKO5 (6)13 Jul 1997 Flag of the United States.svg Grand Casino, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.
21Loss10–8–3 Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Stephen SmithDQ3 (10)1 Jun 1997 Flag of Germany.svg Riesa, Germany Augustus disqualified for a low blow
20Loss10–7–3 Flag of the United States.svg Terrance ChurchwellUD1014 May 1997 Flag of the United States.svg Municipal Auditorium, Nashville, Tennessee U.S
19Win10–6–3 Flag of the United States.svg Dezi FordUD626 Feb 1997 Flag of the United States.svg Municipal Auditorium, Nashville, Tennessee U.S
18Win9–6–3 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Wilfredo Negron MD819 Nov 1996 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Ponce, Puerto Rico
17Draw8–6–3 Flag of the United States.svg Arturo RamosPTS628 Sep 1996 Flag of the United States.svg Will Rogers Coliseum, Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
16Loss8–6–2 Flag of the United States.svg Ivan Robinson UD1021 Jul 1996 Flag of the United States.svg Teamster's Hall, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
15Draw8–5–2 Flag of the United States.svg Larry O'ShieldsPTS623 Apr 1996 Flag of the United States.svg Youth Center, Cut Off, Louisiana, U.S.
14Loss8–5–1 Flag of the United States.svg Pete TaliaferroUD104 Mar 1996 Flag of the United States.svg Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
13Win8–4–1 Flag of the United States.svg Danny ReyesUD423 Jan 1996 Flag of the United States.svg Grand Casino, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.
12Win7–4–1 Flag of the United States.svg Roberto ChalaTKO6 (6)12 Dec 1995 Flag of the United States.svg Horma, Louisiana, U.S.
11Loss6–4–1 Flag of the United States.svg Lupe MirandaUD814 Sep 1995 Flag of the United States.svg La Villita Assembly Hall, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
10Loss6–3–1 Flag of Mexico.svg Jesus Chavez TKO7 (8)20 Jun 1995 Flag of the United States.svg Will Rogers Coliseum, Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
9Draw6–2–1 Flag of the United States.svg Bill CoddlingtonMD614 Mar 1995 Flag of the United States.svg Pontchatain Center, Kenner, Louisiana, U.S.
8Win6–2 Flag of the United States.svg Barry GuidryPTS65 Mar 1995 Flag of the United States.svg Thibodaux Louisiana, U.S.
7Loss5–2 Flag of the United States.svg Ed TobarMD631 Jan 1995 Flag of the United States.svg La Villita Assembly Hall, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
6Win5–1 Flag of the United States.svg Barry GuidryTKO4 (6)10 Jan 1995 Flag of the United States.svg Pontchatain Center, Kenner, Louisiana, U.S.
5Win4–1 Flag of the United States.svg Richard ArmstrongPTS63 Dec 1994 Flag of the United States.svg Horma, Louisiana, U.S.
4Win3–1 Flag of the United States.svg Teddy RandolphMD630 Nov 1994 Flag of the United States.svg New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
3Win2–1 Flag of the United States.svg David HerrodPTS618 Nov 1994 Flag of the United States.svg Baker, Louisiana, U.S.
2Loss1–1 Flag of the United States.svg Eldon SneedUD613 Oct 1994 Flag of the United States.svg Houston, Texas, U.S.
1Win1–0 Flag of the United States.svg Jamie CooperUD623 Jul 1994 Flag of the United States.svg Cajun Hall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.

Notable opponents

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Awards and achievements
Vacant
Title last held by
Jon Thaxton
WBO Inter-Continental Light Welterweight Champion
September 26, 1998 – May 29, 1999
Vacated
Vacant
Title next held by
Ricky Hatton
Vacant
Title last held by
Jon Thaxton
IBF Inter-Continental Light Welterweight Champion
September 26, 1998 – June 25, 1999
Succeeded by
Allan Vester
Vacant
Title last held by
Alex Trujillo
IBA Light Welterweight Champion
April 2, 2004 – June 18, 2004
Succeeded by
Tomas Barrientes
Vacant
Title last held by
Paulie Malignaggi
WBC Continental Americas Light Welterweight Champion
December 9, 2006 – October 5, 2007
Vacated
Vacant
Title next held by
Michel Rosales
Preceded by
None
WBO Oriental Welterweight Champion
July 4, 2008 – May 17, 2009
Vacated
Vacant
Title next held by
Samuel Colomban