Oscar Albarado

Oscar Albarado was a Mexican-American professional boxer who had an outstanding career in the ring. He was born on June 6, 1949, in Uvalde, Texas, and began his boxing journey at a young age. Albarado spent over 16 years in the boxing ring, fighting in 71 bouts, with 57 wins, 13 losses, and 1 draw. He had a commendable record of 44 knockout wins and three title wins, making him one of the greatest super-welterweight boxers in history.

Albarado made his debut on April 12, 1966, against Genaro Morones, where he won via TKO in the fourth round. His early professional career was remarkable, as he won 23 consecutive fights, including 20 wins via stoppage.

Albarado's first world-title fight was on June 4, 1974, against Koichi Wajima for the super-welterweight WBA, WBC, and The Ring titles. After fighting 55 professional bouts, he defeated Wajima by a 15th round knockout, becoming the super-welterweight champion of the world.

One of the highlights of his career was in October 1974 when he successfully defended the WBA, WBC, and The Ring super-welterweight titles against Ryu Sorimachi. He won the fight via 7th round TKO.

Albarado had a total of 13 losses in his professional boxing career, one in a title bout and 12 in non-title bouts. Hedgemon Lewis handed him his first loss via unanimous decision, ending his 24-fight win streak in April 1969. He suffered seven losses via knockout and six losses through a decision.

Albarado's last professional fight was against Ayub Kalule from Uganda on April 30, 1982, at the age of 33, which he lost via TKO in the second round.

Despite his retirement from boxing, Albarado's legacy continues to inspire young boxers worldwide, and he has been recognized as a great super-welterweight boxer by boxing organizations worldwide.

Career Summary

Oscar Albarado's professional boxing career spanned over 16 years, from 1966 to 1982. He had a total of 71 fights, 57 wins, 13 losses, and 1 draw. He won 44 bouts through a knockout and had three world-title wins.

In his debut against Genaro Morones in April 1966, he won via 4th round TKO. After that, he went on to win his next 23 fights, including 20 via stoppage.

Albarado had his first world-title fight on June 4, 1974, where he fought Koichi Wajima for the super-welterweight WBA, WBC, and The Ring titles. It was his 55th professional bout, and he won via 15th round knockout. This victory made him the super-welterweight champion of the world.

He was a one-time undisputed super-welterweight world champion and won three world titles at super-welterweight. Some of his notable victories include wins over Koichi Wajima, Ryu Sorimachi, Jesse Lara, Chuy Andrade, German Marquez, and Miguel Balderas.

Albarado had a total of 13 losses in his professional boxing career, one in a title bout and 12 in non-title bouts. He suffered his first loss against Hedgemon Lewis via unanimous decision in April 1969, ending his 24-fight win streak. He was stopped seven times and lost six times through a decision.

Albarado's last professional fight was a non-title bout against Ayub Kalule from Uganda on April 30, 1982. He lost the fight via 2nd round TKO.

Albarado retired from professional boxing with a record of 57-13-1, three title wins, and 44 knockout wins.

Career Highlights

Oscar Albarado fought a total of 71 times during his professional career, and his most notable fights include:

• April 12, 1966: Professional debut against Genaro Morones.
• June 4, 1974: Became the undisputed super-welterweight world champion after defeating Koichi Wajima via 15th round knockout.
• October 8, 1974: Successfully defended the WBA, WBC, and The Ring super-welterweight titles against Ryu Sorimachi, winning via 7th round TKO.
• Retired from professional boxing on April 30, 1982.

Conclusion

Oscar Albarado was an exceptional boxer who left a remarkable legacy in the boxing world. He had an impressive career, winning three world titles and 44 bouts via a knockout. His fighting style and technical ability defined his success in the boxing ring. His notable victories over Koichi Wajima, Ryu Sorimachi, Jesse Lara, Chuy Andrade, German Marquez, and Miguel Balderas are examples of his tenacity, skill, and determination.

Despite his retirement from boxing, Oscar Albarado's legacy continues to inspire young boxers worldwide, and he has been recognized as a great super-welterweight boxer by boxing organizations worldwide. His incredible record of 57-13-1 with 44 knockouts and three world-title wins will be remembered by boxing fans for generations to come.

Oscar Albarado Fight Record