Best fights of Edwin Rosario
Over 19 years as a professional, Edwin Rosario compiled a 47-6 (40) record, including 13 title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Edwin Rosario defeats Jose Luis Ramirez
On May 1, 1983 Edwin Rosario fought Jose Luis Ramirez for the vacant WBC lightweight title. Rosario was 20 years old with a record of 21-0, and Ramirez was 24 with a record of 82-4. Rosario was on an undefeated 21-fight winning streak and Ramirez was on a 11-fight winning streak. Rosario won via unanimous decision. Won the vacant title.
2. Edwin Rosario KOs Livingstone Bramble
On September 26, 1986 Edwin Rosario fought Livingstone Bramble for the WBA lightweight title. Rosario was 23 years old with a record of 28-2, and Bramble was 26 with a record of 24-1-1. Rosario was coming off a loss, while Bramble was on a 17-fight winning streak. Rosario stopped Livingstone Bramble via KO in the 2nd round. Crowned the new lightweight champion.
3. Edwin Rosario loses to Julio César Chávez via KO
On November 21, 1987 Edwin Rosario defended his WBA lightweight title against Julio César Chávez. Rosario was 24 years old with a record of 31-2, and Chávez was 25 with a record of 56-0. Rosario was on a 3-fight winning streak and Chávez was on an undefeated 56-fight winning streak. Chávez stopped Rosario via TKO in the 11th round. Lost the title. Lasted into the 11th round.