Best fights of Jesse James Leija
Over 16 years as a professional, Jesse James Leija has compiled a 47-7-2 (19) record, including 13 title fights across four weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Jesse James Leija defeats Azumah Nelson in their 2nd fight
On May 7, 1994 Jesse James Leija fought Azumah Nelson for the WBC super featherweight title. It was their second meeting. Leija was 27 years old with a record of 27-0-2, and Nelson was 35 with a record of 36-2-2. Leija was coming off a win. Leija won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new super featherweight champion.
2. Jesse James Leija draws with Azumah Nelson
On September 10, 1993 Jesse James Leija fought Azumah Nelson for the WBC super featherweight title. Leija was 27 years old with a record of 26-0-1, and Nelson was 35 with a record of 36-2-1. Leija was on an undefeated 11-fight winning streak and Nelson was on a 3-fight winning streak. The fight ended in a split decision.