Michael Medina

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Michael Medina
Born
Michael Medina Franco

(1986-07-09) July 9, 1986 (age 37)
Other namesEl Magnifico
Statistics
Weight(s) Middleweight
Light middleweight
Height6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Reach74 in (189 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights33
Wins26
Wins by KO19
Losses5
Draws2
No contests0

Michael Medina Franco (born July 9, 1986) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 2005 to 2014. He held the NABF light middleweight title. [1]

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Professional career

On March 13, 2010, Medina lost a split decision to John Duddy in Cowboys Stadium. [2]

In December 2012, Medina beat the veteran Grady Brewer to win the NABF light middleweight title. [3] This bout was televised by ESPN as a main event for Friday Night Fights . [4]

Personal life

He was born in Modesto, California. [5] He currently resides in Los Angeles, California. [5]

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References

  1. "Medina desbarato a Flores en Chiapas". www.notifight.com. Archived from the original on 2010-07-20.
  2. Christ, Scott (13 March 2010). "John Duddy beats Michael Medina by split decision". Bad Left Hook.
  3. "Michael Medina Tops Grady Brewer in Oklahoma City". 22 December 2011.
  4. "Grady Brewer to Face Michael Medina 12/22 in Ok. City". 2 December 2011.
  5. 1 2 "BoxRec: Michael Medina" . Retrieved November 29, 2023.