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Gilbert Castillo Rivera

24

Wins

4

Losses

1

Draws

None

KO%
  • Birth Name: Gilbert Lenin Castillo Rivera
  • Birth Place: Contribute
  • Born: August 21, 1988
  • Died: Contribute
  • Age: 35
  • Height: 6′ 2″
  • Weight: Contribute
  • Reach: 76″
  • Stance: Orthodox
  • Pro Debut: August 21, 2010
  • Nationality: Dominican Republic
  • Status: Contribute
  • Manager: Contribute
  • Promoter: Contribute
  • Total Bouts: 29
  • Total Rounds: 116

Lenin Castillo is a Dominican professional boxer with an admirable record of 21 wins, 4 losses, 1 draw, and 0 no-contests, out of a total of 26 fights in his career. With 16 wins by knockout, he has shown his ability to finish fights early and leave his opponents out of breath in the ring.

Castillo made his debut on August 21, 2010, at the age of 22, against Ruddy Hernandez, winning the fight via first-round knockout. Over the years, Castillo went on to win 11 consecutive fights, including six wins via stoppage, after his debut. With such an impressive early career, one could only imagine what heights he would go on to achieve.

The Dominican fighter has faced some notable opponents in the ring, with victories over the likes of Ronald Gonzalez, Reinaldo Gonzalez, John Cortez, Aaron Mitchell, Emilio Calletano, and Jonalis Reyes. These fights were a testament to his exceptional speed, power, and punching ability, which enabled him to overcome his opponents' tactics and win the fights convincingly.

Despite his victories, Castillo has also suffered some losses in his professional boxing career. He has lost four fights in his career, all in non-title matches, with one loss via knock-out. Castillo's first and only loss via knockout was at the hands of Joseph Williams via an eight-round majority decision on February 10, 2017. That loss ended his impressive 15-fight win streak.

Castillo was in action on September 25, 2021, when he went up against Callum Smith for a non-title fight. Unfortunately for Castillo, the fight ended in a second-round knockout, adding another loss to his record. Castillo's current record shows that he is on a one-fight losing streak, with his professional boxing record currently standing at 21-4-1.

So what's next for Castillo? Despite the recent setback in his career, the future is still bright for the Dominican boxer. With his impressive record, he is still a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world. Castillo has shown his dedication and hard work throughout his career, and these traits will undoubtedly help him bounce back from his recent loss.

Although he has not yet won any titles in his professional career, this does not mean Castillo is not capable of achieving such a feat. His talent and skill in the ring are indicative of someone who is continuously striving to become the best. With time, one can only hope that he will eventually win a title and achieve greater things in his boxing career.

In conclusion, Lenin Castillo is a talented boxer with an impressive record, having won 21 out of 26 fights, with 16 wins coming via knockout. He has had some setbacks in his career, but his determination and hard work have always kept him on track. Castillo has shown that he has what it takes to become a champion, and only time will tell when he will achieve this feat.

Lenin Castillo Fight Record

# Date Age Opponent Result Via
26 Sep 25, 2021 33 Callum Smith Loss KO2
25 Jul 21, 2021 32 Ronald Gonzalez Win RTD4
24 Oct 12, 2019 31 Dmitry Bivol Loss UD
23 Mar 16, 2019 30 Reinaldo Gonzalez Win RTD5
22 Dec 15, 2018 30 John Cortez Win TKO2
21 Aug 4, 2018 29 Marcus Browne Loss UD
20 Apr 7, 2018 29 Aaron Mitchell Win TKO9
19 Nov 18, 2017 29 Andy Perez Win KO1
18 Jul 26, 2017 28 Eduardo Mercedes Win TKO1
17 Feb 10, 2017 28 Joseph Williams Loss MD
16 Sep 16, 2016 28 Jose Miguel Torres Win TKO2
15 Apr 15, 2016 27 Emilio Calletano Win RTD1
14 Jan 27, 2016 27 Marcelo Tavares Win KO1
13 Aug 1, 2015 26 Travis Peterkin Draw MD
12 May 16, 2015 26 Timothy Hall Jr. Win UD
11 Oct 18, 2013 25 Charles Hayward Win UD
10 Jun 8, 2013 24 Junior Ramos Win KO1
9 May 10, 2013 24 Jonalis Reyes Win RTD1
8 Oct 18, 2012 24 Emilio Calletano Win TKO5
7 Jul 21, 2012 23 Ricardo Campillo Win TKO2
6 May 18, 2012 23 Alvaro Enriquez Win UD
5 Jun 18, 2011 22 Frankenide Farias Mola Win TKO4
4 Mar 26, 2011 22 Gennady Maximov Win UD
3 Nov 29, 2010 22 Enersido Agramonte Win TKO1
2 Sep 18, 2010 22 Aneudy Marte Win UD
1 Aug 21, 2010 22 Ruddy Hernandez Win KO1