Rocky Fuentes

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Rocky Fuentes
Born
Rocky Labiogo Fuentes

(1986-02-10) February 10, 1986 (age 38)
Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Other namesThe Road Warrior
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height1.60 m (5 ft 3 in)
Reach166 cm (65 in)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights47
Wins36
Wins by KO20
Losses9
Draws2

Rocky Fuentes is a Filipino former professional boxer.

His first flyweight title shot came against Amnat Ruenroeng in a bout for the International Boxing Federation (IBF) world title, but he was unable to secure the victory. [1] [2] In his second attempt, Fuentes unsuccessfully faced off against Román González for the World Boxing Council Council (WBC) world title. [3] [4] Fuentes also lost via split decision in a match against Richie Mepranum in December 2007. [5]

Professional boxing record

47 fights36 wins9 losses
By knockout204
By decision165
Draws2
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, TimeDateLocationNotes
47Win36–9–2Ryan TampusUD625 Nov 2017Bohol Wisdom School Gym, Tagbilaran City, Philippines
46Loss35–9–2Shohei OmoriKO3 (8) 2:3031 Dec 2016Shimadzu Arena, Kyoto, Japan
45Win35–8–2Romnick MagosMD823 Apr 2016Cebu City Sports Complex, Cebu City, Philippines
44Win34–8–2Afrizal TamboresiKO2 (8) 1:0128 Nov 2015Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines
43Loss33–8–2 Román González TKO6 (12) 2:1122 Nov 2014Yokohama International Swimming Pool, Yokohama, JapanFor WBC and The Ring flyweight titles
42Loss33–7–2 Amnat Ruenroeng UD1222 Jan 2014Liptapanlop Hall, Nakhon Ratchasima, ThailandFor vacant IBF flyweight title
41Win33–6–2Juan KantunUD1020 Apr 2013University of Southeastern Philippines Gymnasium, Davao City, Philippines
40Win32–6–2Yuki NasuUD1218 Dec 2012Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanRetained OPBF flyweight title
39Win31–6–2Myung Ho LeeUD1222 Sep 2012Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, PhilippinesRetained OPBF flyweight title
38Win30–6–2Javier FrancoKO6 (10) 0:5224 Mar 2012Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, Philippines
37Win29–6–2Lookdiew Tor BuamasTKO2 (8) 2:5510 Dec 2011Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines
36Win28–6–2 Hirofumi Mukai UD1220 Aug 2011Sumiyoshi Ward Center, Osaka, JapanRetained OPBF flyweight title
35Win27–6–2Jemmy GobelUD819 Mar 2011Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, Philippines
34Win26–6–2 Inthanon Sithchamuang TKO2 (12) 2:1927 Nov 2010Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, PhilippinesRetained OPBF flyweight title
33Win25–6–2Yasuto AritomiTKO8 (12) 2:135 Sep 2010Nagoya International Conference Hall, Nagoya, JapanRetained OPBF flyweight tirle
32Win24–6–2Shigetaka IkeharaTKO11 (12) 2:095 Jun 2010Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanRetained OPBF flyweight title
31Win23–6–2Masafumi OkuboMD129 Mar 2010Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanWon OPBF flyweight title
30Win22–6–2Pit AnacayaKO3 (10) 0:3417 Jan 2010Gaisano Country Mall Parking Lot, Barangay Banilad, Cebu City, Philippines
29Win21–6–2 Allan Ranada KO2 (8) 2:2527 Jun 2009Mandaue City Plaza Square, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines
28Win20–6–2Eric RapadaUD1021 Mar 2009Negros Occidental Multi-Purpose Activity Center(Nompac), Bacold City, Philippines
27Win19–6–2Lowie BantigueKO8 (12) 2:565 Oct 2008Bantayan Multi-Purpose Center, Bantayan, PhilippinesRetained GAB flyweight title
26Loss18–6–2 Richie Mepranum SD82 Dec 2007Araneta Coliseum, Barabgay Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines
25Win18–5–2 Danilo Lerio UD1230 Sep 2007Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, PhilippinesRetained GAB flyweight title
24Win17–5–2Benedict SuicoTKO8 (12) 2:537 Jul 2007Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, PhilippinesWon vacant GAB flyweight title
23Win16–5–2Greg ManganUD1020 Jan 2007Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines
22Win15–5–2Rolly MandahinogTKO2 (10) 0:438 Dec 2008Talisay City Sports Complex, Talisay City, Philippines
21Win14–5–2Yuki NasuSD108 Oct 2006IMP Hall, Osaka, Japan
20Win13–5–2Jerry ManganipTKO4 (10) 2:429 Sep 2006Danao Sports Complex, Danao City, Philippines
19Win12–5–2Ricky ManatadKO1 (8) 0:5115 Jun 2006Ringside Boxing Club, Metropolis Mall, Barangay Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Philippines
18Loss11–5–2Jojo BardonUD1218 Mar 2006Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, PhilippinesFor vacant GAB flyweight title
17Loss11–4–2Kaichon Sor VorapinUD1231 Jan 2006Tha Sae, ThailandFor vacant WBO Asia Pacific light flyweight title
16Win11–3–2Bert GawatUD1029 Oct 2005Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines
15Win10–3–2Dickson TonSD1016 Aug 2005RCTI Studio, Jakarta, Indonesia
14Win9–3–2Dolfi LolaruKO5 (10)26 Jul 2005RCTI Studio, Jakarta, Indonesia
13Win8–3–2Anis CeunfinTKO1 (10)28 Jun 2005RCTI Studio, Jakarta, Indonesia
12Loss7–3–2Angky AngkottaKO1 (10)7 May 2005RCTI Studio, Jakarta, Indonesia
11Draw7–2–2 Chana Porpaoin PTS615 Mar 2005Sithrep District, Petchaboon, Thailand
10Win7–2–1Eddie VillegasTKO2 (8) 2:3529 Jan 2005Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines
9Draw6–2–1Greg ManganSD816 Jan 2005Gaisano Country Mall Parking Lot, Barangay Banilad, Cebu City, Philippines
8Loss6–2Kaichon Sor VorapinTKO6 (12)28 Oct 2004Tha Pla, ThailandFor WBO Asia Pacific light flyweight title
7Loss6–1 Panomroonglek Kratingdaenggym UD627 Aug 2004Khukhan, Thailand
6Win6–0Philip ParconKO3 (10) 1:1522 May 2004Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, PhilippinesWon PBF minimumweight title
5Win5–0Steve DemaisipUD1028 Mar 2004Ynares Sr. Memorial Gym, Binangonan, Philippines
4Win4–0Allan DugangUD1028 Feb 2004Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines
3Win3–0John Eman JuarezKO4 (8) 2:4728 Dec 2003Danao Sports Complex, Danao City, Philippines
2Win2–0Romeo TuraTKO1 (6)4 Oct 2003Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines
1Win1–0Dodong ZaldeKO1 (6)26 Jul 2003Mandaue City Sports and Cultural Complex, Barangay Centro, Mandaue City, Philippines

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References

  1. ↑ "Rocky Fuentes Loses In Ibf World Title Bid". Philboxing.com. 2014-01-22. Retrieved 2016-10-06.
  2. ↑ Escrito por: Redacción Zona de Boxeo Jan 24 2014 2:48 am (2014-01-24). "Tailandés Amnat Ruenroeng gana corona ante filipino Rocky Fuentes". Zona de Boxeo. Retrieved 2016-10-06.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  3. ↑ "Roman Gonzalez defends WBC flyweight title, beats Rocky Fuentes with TKO". Espn.com. 2014-11-22. Retrieved 2016-10-06.
  4. ↑ "Roman Gonzalez Stops Rocky Fuentes in The Sixth - Boxing News". Boxingscene.com. 2014-11-22. Retrieved 2016-10-06.
  5. ↑ "Rocky Fuentes Victorious In Bantayan". Philboxing.com. 2008-10-06. Retrieved 2016-10-06.


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