On This Day in Boxing History… March 13th

1993.- In one of the most dramatic and storied battles in the history of the lower weight classes, American Michael Carbajal knocked out the legendary Mexican Humberto “Chiquita” González in seven rounds in Las Vegas, Nevada. This bout was historic not only for the unification of the WBC Light Flyweight title, but also because it marked the first time that fighters in this category headlined a Pay-Per-View (PPV) and earned a million-dollar purse, forever changing the respect and recognition for the smaller divisions.

1993.- American Tracy Harris Patterson (the adopted son of legend Floyd Patterson) showcased his technical prowess by defeating Jesse Benavides via decision in Poughkeepsie, New York. With this victory, Patterson successfully defended his WBC World Super Bantamweight title, solidifying his status as a solid and disciplined champion in one of the era’s most competitive divisions.

1999.- Cuba’s Juan Carlos Gómez, known as “The Black Panther,” reaffirmed his dominance in the cruiserweight division by defeating the gritty Argentinian Marcelo Domínguez via decision in Luebeck, Germany. Gómez utilized his superior speed and reach to retain the WBC Green and Gold Belt, marking one of the most dominant eras for a Cuban-born fighter in European professional boxing.

2004.- The boxing world witnessed a masterclass in defense and the jab when Ronald “Winky” Wright defeated superstar Sugar Shane Mosley via unanimous decision in Las Vegas, Nevada. With this triumph, Wright not only captured the WBC Super Welterweight title but also became the undisputed champion of the division, silencing critics and proving that pure technique can overcome explosive power.

2010.- Sinaloa’s own Humberto “Zorrita” Soto wrote a golden chapter for Mexican boxing by defeating former champion David Díaz via unanimous decision in Arlington, Texas. In a fight of great strategy and courage, Soto captured the WBC World Lightweight title, becoming a three-division world champion and reaffirming his status as one of Mexico’s most consistent warriors.

2025.- Japanese star Kenshiro Teraji etched his name into immortality by defending his WBC Flyweight title and capturing the WBA crown in a high-stakes domestic clash. Teraji defeated compatriot Seigo Yuri Akui via technical knockout in the 12th round at the legendary Kokugikan Arena in Tokyo. Under the Teiken Promotions banner, “The Amazing Boy” displayed incredible endurance and surgical precision in the final round to consolidate his position as the best flyweight on the planet.