Best fights of Luisito Espinosa
Over 21 years as a professional, Luisito Espinosa has compiled a 47-13 (26) record, including 16 title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Luisito Espinosa KOs Carlos Rios
On December 6, 1997 Luisito Espinosa defended his WBC featherweight title against Carlos Rios. Espinosa was 30 years old with a record of 41-7, and Rios was 26 with a record of 39-0-1. Espinosa was on a 9-fight winning streak and Rios was on an undefeated 22-fight winning streak. Espinosa stopped Carlos Rios via TKO in the 6th round. Defended the title.
2. Luisito Espinosa defeats Manuel Medina
On December 11, 1995 Luisito Espinosa fought Manuel Medina for the WBC featherweight title. Espinosa was 28 years old with a record of 36-7, and Medina was 24 with a record of 51-6. Espinosa was on a 4-fight winning streak and Medina was on a 2-fight winning streak. Espinosa won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new featherweight champion.
3. Luisito Espinosa defeats Manuel Medina in their 2nd fight
On May 17, 1997 Luisito Espinosa defended his WBC featherweight title against Manuel Medina. It was their second meeting. Espinosa was 29 years old with a record of 40-7, and Medina was 26 with a record of 53-8. Espinosa was on a 8-fight winning streak and Medina was coming off a win. Espinosa won via technical decision. Defended the title.