Best fights of Julio César González
Over 14 years as a professional, Julio César González compiled a 41-8 (25) record, including eleven title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Julio César González defeats Dariusz Michalczewski
On October 18, 2003 Julio César González fought Dariusz Michalczewski for the WBO light heavyweight title. González was 27 years old with a record of 34-1, and Michalczewski was 35 with a record of 48-0. González was on a 7-fight winning streak and Michalczewski was on an undefeated 48-fight winning streak. González won via split decision. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.
2. Julio César González loses to Roy Jones Jr. via unanimous decision
On July 28, 2001 Julio César González fought Roy Jones Jr. for the undisputed light heavyweight title. González was 24 years old with a record of 27-0, and Jr. was 32 with a record of 44-1. González was on an undefeated 27-fight winning streak and Jr. was on a 10-fight winning streak. González lost via unanimous decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Jr..
3. Julio César González KOs David Telesco
On December 18, 2004 Julio César González faced David Telesco in a light heavyweight bout. González was 28 years old with a record of 36-2, and Telesco was 36 with a record of 29-4-1. Both González and Telesco were coming off a win. González stopped David Telesco via TKO in the 8th round.