Yuniel Dorticos

Yuniel Dorticos is a name that resonates with boxing fans, and for good reason. With a professional career spanning over 11 years, Dorticos has earned himself a reputation as a fierce fighter with an impressive record of 24 wins, 2 losses, and 22 of those wins being by knockout.

His professional debut was in 2009 against Hilario Guzman, where he won via 4th round TKO. He then went on a winning streak of 21 consecutive fights, 20 of which were by stoppage, firmly establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in the ring.

In 2017, after just 21 professional fights, Dorticos was elevated to the cruiserweight world WBA (Regular) champion. His first title defense was against Dmitry Kudryashov in the same year, which he won via 2nd round KO. This victory cemented his position as a world-class boxer and marked the beginning of his impressive title run.

Dorticos went on to win the IBF cruiserweight title in 2019 after defeating Andrew Tabiti via 10th round KO. His record-breaking knockout power and ability to dominate his opponents earned him a place in the hearts of boxing enthusiasts worldwide.

Some of his most notable victories include wins over Eric Fields, Andrew Tabiti, Youri Kayembre Kalenga, Mateusz Masternak, and Fulgencio Zuniga. However, for Dorticos, it was his 2nd round KO victory against Dmitry Kudryashov that he would consider the highlight of his career.

Despite his remarkable success, Dorticos also experienced two setbacks in his career, both of which were in title bouts. His first loss came in 2018 against Murat Gassiev via TKO in the 12th round, ending his 22-fight win streak. In September of 2020, Dorticos lost his IBF cruiserweight title to Latvian boxer Mairis Briedis in a 12-round majority decision. While he may not have won all his fights, Dorticos certainly gave boxing fans a thrilling ride.

Retiring with a record of 24-2, including 22 knockout wins, and one loss via knockout, Yuniel Dorticos has cemented his place in the history of the sport. His explosive power, unwavering determination, and sheer skill are what made him one of the most exciting fighters in the ring.

Boxing fans around the world can only hope that more fighters like Yuniel Dorticos grace the sport, bringing with them the same level of passion, dedication, and excitement.

Yuniel Dorticos Fight Record