José Valenzuela losses
Over 8 years as a professional, José Valenzuela has compiled a 16-3 (10) record, including four title fights across two weight classes. He has three losses, two of them in title fights.
3. José Valenzuela loses to Gary Antuanne Russell via unanimous decision
On March 1, 2025 José Valenzuela defended his WBA super lightweight title against Gary Antuanne Russell. Valenzuela was 25 years old with a record of 14-2, and Russell was 28 with a record of 17-1. Valenzuela was on a 2-fight winning streak, while Russell was coming off a loss. Valenzuela lost via unanimous decision. Lost the title. Went the distance with Russell.
2. José Valenzuela loses to Chris Colbert via unanimous decision
On March 25, 2023 José Valenzuela faced Chris Colbert in a lightweight bout. Valenzuela was 23 years old with a record of 12-1, and Colbert was 26 with a record of 16-1. Both Valenzuela and Colbert were coming off a loss. Valenzuela lost via unanimous decision. Went the distance with Colbert.
1. José Valenzuela loses to Edwin De Los Santos via KO
On September 4, 2022 José Valenzuela defended his WBC Continental Americas lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos. Valenzuela was 23 years old with a record of 12-0, and Santos was 22 with a record of 14-1. Valenzuela was on an undefeated 12-fight winning streak and Santos was coming off a win. Santos stopped Valenzuela via KO in the 3rd round. Lost the title.