Esteban de Jesús
Puerto Rican boxer (1950–1989) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Esteban de Jesús (August 2, 1950 – May 11, 1989) was a Puerto Rican world lightweight champion boxer. De Jesús, a native of the town of Carolina, Puerto Rico, was a gymmate of Wilfred Benítez and was trained by Benitez's father, Gregorio Benitez. He was the first boxer to defeat Roberto Durán as a pro, and the only fighter to defeat Duran during his lightweight reign. His career was mired in controversy, problems, and scandals.
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Esteban de Jesús | |
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Born | (1950-08-02)August 2, 1950 Carolina, Puerto Rico |
Died | May 11, 1989(1989-05-11) (aged 38) San Juan, Puerto Rico |
Nationality | Puerto Rican |
Other names | Vita |
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Weight(s) | |
Height | 5 ft 4+1⁄2 in (164 cm) |
Reach | 67 in (170 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 62 |
Wins | 57 |
Wins by KO | 32 |
Losses | 5 |
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