Juan Francisco Estrada

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Juan Francisco Estrada
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Estrada in 2013
Born
Juan Francisco Estrada Romero

(1990-04-14) April 14, 1990 (age 34)
Other namesEl Gallo
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 4 in (163 cm) [1]
Reach66 in (168 cm) [1]
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights48
Wins44
Wins by KO28
Losses4

Juan Francisco Estrada Romero (born April 14, 1990) is a Mexican professional boxer. He is a two-weight world champion, having held the WBC super flyweight title since 2022 and The Ring super flyweight title since 2019. He previously held the WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles between 2012 and 2015, [2] and the WBC super flyweight title in March 2021 and the WBA (Super) title from March 2021 to August 2022.

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Early life

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.

Amateur career

As an amateur, Estrada compiled a 94–4 record. [3]

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. [4] 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 and 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. [5] 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. [6] González would later say that he was interested in a rematch against Estrada after one of his successful flyweight world title defenses. [7]

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. [8] 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. [7] 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. [9]

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 Giovani 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. [10]

Super flyweight

Following 3+12 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. [11] 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. Estrada himself was also a mandatory challenger to the WBO super flyweight champion Naoya Inoue, and Inoue was eager to face Estrada. But Estrada declined the fight and decided to go the WBC route. 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. [12]

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). [13]

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. [14] 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. [15]

Estrada vs Orucuta

In his next fight, Estrada, ranked #1 by the WBC, fought #7 ranked Felipe Orucuta. [16] 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. [17]

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. [18]

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 had met. 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. [19]

Estrada vs Gonzalez III

Gonzalez was expected to face Juan Francisco Estrada in a trilogy bout in the main event of a DAZN broadcast card on 5 March 2022, at Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California. Estrada was forced to withdraw from the fight due to a positive COVID-19 test. On 3 September 2022, it was announced that Gonzalez would face Juan Francisco Estrada for the third time in his professional career on 3 December. The bout headlined a DAZN broadcast card, which took place at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Gonzalez lost the fight by majority decision, with scores of 114–114. 115–113 and 116–112. [20]

Estrada vs Rodriguez

On June 29, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ, Estrada is scheduled to defend his WBC super flyweight title against Jesse Rodriguez. [21]

Professional boxing record

48 fights44 wins4 losses
By knockout281
By decision163
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
48Loss44–4 Jesse Rodriguez KO7 (12), 3:00Jun 29, 2024Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.Lost WBC and The Ring super flyweight title
47Win44–3 Román González MD12Dec 3, 2022 Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona, U.S.Retained The Ring super flyweight title;
Won vacant WBC super flyweight title
46Win43–3Argi CortesUD12Sep 3, 2022Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, MexicoRetained The Ring super flyweight title
45Win42–3 Román González SD12Mar 13, 2021 American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas, U.S.Retained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles;
Won WBA (Super) super flyweight title
44Win41–3 Carlos Cuadras TKO11 (12), 2:22Oct 23, 2020Gimnasio TV Azteca, Mexico City, MexicoRetained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles
43Win40–3Dewayne BeamonTKO9 (12), 0:51Aug 24, 2019Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, MexicoRetained WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles
42Win39–3 Srisaket Sor Rungvisai UD12Apr 26, 2019The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.Won WBC and The Ring super flyweight titles
41Win38–3Victor MendezRTD8 (10), 3:00Dec 8, 2018StubHub Center, Carson, California, U.S.
40Win37–3 Felipe Orucuta UD12Sep 8, 2018The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.
39Loss36–3 Srisaket Sor Rungvisai MD12Feb 24, 2018 The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.For WBC and inaugural The Ring super flyweight titles
38Win36–2 Carlos Cuadras UD12Sep 9, 2017 StubHub Center, Carson, California, U.S.
37Win35–2Anuar SalasTKO5 (10), 2:05Mar 11, 2017Arena Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico
36Win34–2Raymond TabugonUD10Oct 8, 2016Centro Convenciones, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
35Win33–2 Hernán Márquez TKO10 (12), 1:26Sep 26, 2015Centro Convenciones, Puerto Peñasco, MexicoRetained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
34Win32–2 Rommel Asenjo TKO3 (12), 0:43Mar 28, 2015 Poliforum Zamna, Mérida, MexicoRetained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
33Win31–2Joebert AlvarezUD10Dec 6, 2014Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico
32Win30–2 Giovani Segura TKO11 (12), 1:33Sep 6, 2014Arena Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, MexicoRetained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
31Win29–2 Richie Mepranum TKO10 (12), 0:10Apr 26, 2014Centro Convenciones, Puerto Peñasco, MexicoRetained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
30Win28–2 Milan Melindo UD12Jul 27, 2013Cotai Arena, Venetian Resort, MacaoRetained WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
29Win27–2 Brian Viloria SD12Apr 6, 2013 Cotai Arena, Venetian Resort, MacaoWon WBA (Unified) and WBO flyweight titles
28Loss26–2 Román González UD12Nov 17, 2012 Sports Arena, Los Angeles, California, U.S.For WBA light flyweight title
27Win26–1German MerazTKO9 (10), 0:38Aug 24, 2012Estadio Francisco León García, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
26Win25–1 Ardin Diale KO2 (10)Jun 23, 2012Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico
25Win24–1Jonathan Lecona RamosUD8Apr 14, 2012 Arena Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico
24Win23–1 Juan Carlos Sánchez Jr. TKO10 (10), 1:02Dec 17, 2011Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
23Win22–1Luis MayUD8Dec 8, 2011Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
22Win21–1Jose Alfredo TiradoTKO2 (6), 2:38Nov 2, 2011Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
21Win20–1Ivan DiazUD6Sep 16, 2011Arena Jorge Cuesy Serrano, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
20Win19–1Manuel LugoTKO3 (6), 1:18Jul 2, 2011Centro de Usos Multiples, Hermosillo, Mexico
19Loss18–1 Juan Carlos Sánchez Jr. UD8May 14, 2011Polideportivo Centenario, Los Mochis, Mexico
18Win18–0Jorge CardenasKO2 (10)Feb 18, 2011Gimnasio Salvador Mendoza, Navojoa, Mexico
17Win17–0Jose Guadalupe MartinezUD6Dec 11, 2010 Auditorio Municipal, Torreón, Mexico
16Win16–0Manuel ArmendarizTKO2 (10)Oct 2, 2010Hotel Puerto del Sol, Puerto Peñasco, MexicoWon vacant WBC Mundo Hispano super flyweight title
15Win15–0Carlos RodriguezTKO2 (10), 2:52Aug 7, 2010Estadio Hector Espino, Hermosillo, Mexico
14Win14–0Francisco SotoUD10May 14, 2010Dubay Discoteque, Guasave, Mexico
13Win13–0Jose TamayoKO3 (10)Feb 20, 2010Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
12Win12–0Marino MontielKO1 (8), 2:08Dec 12, 2009Gimnasio Municipal, Guaymas, Mexico
11Win11–0Carlos JacoboKO5 (6)Oct 16, 2009Malecon Turistico, Guaymas, Mexico
10Win10–0Felipe AcostaTKO3 (6), 0:36Sep 4, 2009Polideportivo Centenario, Los Mochis, Mexico
9Win9–0Javier MerazTKO2 (6)Jul 31, 2009Malecon Turistico, Guaymas, Mexico
8Win8–0Eduardo GutierrezTKO5 (6)May 23, 2009Estadio Jesus Ibarra, Huatabampo, Mexico
7Win7–0Carlos LopezKO2 (6)Apr 11, 2009Penasco del Sol, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
6Win6–0Jorge RamirezKO6 (6)Mar 29, 2009Casino Costa Azul, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico
5Win5–0Roberto HernandezKO1 (4)Mar 6, 2009Forum del Mayo, Navojoa, Mexico
4Win4–0Gregorio CortezTKO4 (4)Jan 31, 2009Gimnasio Carlos Hernandez Carrera, Nogales, Mexico
3Win3–0Vicente MaroquinRTD2 (4), 3:00Dec 13, 2008Gimnasio Municipal, San Luis Río Colorado, Mexico
2Win2–0Daniel Contreras JrKO1 (4)Nov 14, 2008Gimnasio German Evers, Mazatlán, Mexico
1Win1–0Sergio ChavezUD4Aug 30, 2008 Expo Forum, Hermosillo, Mexico

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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
Title next held by
Jesse Rodríguez
The Ringsuper flyweight champion
April 26, 2019 – June 29, 2024
Succeeded by
Jesse Rodríguez
Preceded by WBA super flyweight champion
Super title

March 13, 2021 – August 11, 2022
Stripped
Vacant
Title next held by
Joshua Franco
as World champion
Vacant
Title last held by
Jesse Rodríguez
WBC super flyweight champion
December 3, 2022 – June 29, 2024
Succeeded by
Jesse Rodríguez