Best fights of Jesús Chávez
Over 16 years as a professional, Jesús Chávez has compiled a 44-8 (30) record, including 19 title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Jesús Chávez loses to Érik Morales via unanimous decision
On February 28, 2004 Jesús Chávez defended his WBC super featherweight title against Érik Morales. Chávez was 31 years old with a record of 40-2, and Morales was 27 with a record of 45-1. Chávez lost via unanimous decision. Lost the title. Went the distance with Morales.
2. Jesús Chávez loses to Floyd Mayweather Jr. via KO
On November 10, 2001 Jesús Chávez fought Floyd Mayweather Jr. for the WBC super featherweight title. Chávez was 28 years old with a record of 35-1, and Jr. was 24 with a record of 26-0. Jr. stopped Chávez via retirement in the 9th round. Failed to capture the title. Lasted into the 9th round.
3. Jesús Chávez KOs Carlos Gerena
On March 22, 2003 Jesús Chávez faced Carlos Gerena in a super featherweight bout. Chávez was 30 years old with a record of 38-2, and Gerena was 32 with a record of 38-4. Chávez stopped Carlos Gerena via TKO in the 6th round.
4. Jesús Chávez loses to David Díaz via majority decision
On September 26, 2009 Jesús Chávez faced David Díaz in a lightweight bout. Chávez was 36 years old with a record of 44-5, and Díaz was 33 with a record of 34-2-1. Chávez lost via majority decision. Went the distance with Díaz.