Efren Torres

Efren Torres
Born (1943-11-29)November 29, 1943
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Died February 25, 2010(2010-02-25) (aged 66)
Nationality Mexico Mexican
Height 1.63 m (5 ft 4 in)
Stance Orthodox
Professional boxing record
Total 74
Wins 64
By knockout 41
Losses 9
By knockout 3
Draws 1


Efren Torres (November 29, 1943 – February 25, 2010) was a Mexican boxer, who was world champion in the Flyweight division.

Torres was born in La Palma, Michoacán.

Pro career

Known as "El Alacrán" (the Scorpion), Torres turned pro in 1961 and in 1969 after two unsuccessful bids at a major title, he defeated WBC and Lineal Champion Chartchai Chionoi of Thailand by decision to become the flyweight world champion.[1] He lost the title in his second defense to Chartchai Chionoi by decision in 1970. He retired in 1972.

Honors

Torres was inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in the Class of 2007.

Achievements
Preceded by
Chartchai Chionoi
Lineal Flyweight Champion
February 23, 1969 – March 20, 1970
Succeeded by
Chartchai Chionoi
Preceded by
Chartchai Chionoi
WBC Flyweight Champion
February 23, 1969 – March 20, 1970
Succeeded by
Chartchai Chionoi

See also

References

  1. "Efren Torres - Lineal Flyweight Champion". The Cyber Boxing Zone Encyclopedia.

External links


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