Best fights of Paul Banke
Over 8 years as a professional, Paul Banke has compiled a 21-9 (11) record, including seven title fights. Here are his top 10 best fights.
1. Paul Banke KOs Daniel Zaragoza in their 2nd fight
On April 23, 1990 Paul Banke fought Daniel Zaragoza for the WBC super bantamweight title. It was their second meeting. Banke was 26 years old with a record of 18-4, and Zaragoza was 32 with a record of 40-4-1. Banke was on a 2-fight winning streak and Zaragoza was on a 4-fight winning streak. Banke stopped Daniel Zaragoza via TKO in the 9th round. Crowned the new super bantamweight champion.
2. Paul Banke loses to Daniel Zaragoza via split decision
On June 22, 1989 Paul Banke fought Daniel Zaragoza for the WBC super bantamweight title. Banke was 25 years old with a record of 16-3, and Zaragoza was 31 with a record of 37-4-1. Banke was on a 6-fight winning streak and Zaragoza was coming off a win. Banke lost via split decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Zaragoza.
3. Paul Banke KOs Ki Joon Lee
On August 18, 1990 Paul Banke defended his WBC super bantamweight title against Ki Joon Lee. Banke was 26 years old with a record of 19-4, and Lee was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke was on a 3-fight winning streak. Banke stopped Ki Joon Lee via TKO in the 12th round. Defended the title.
4. Paul Banke loses to Daniel Zaragoza in their 3rd fight via unanimous decision
On December 9, 1991 Paul Banke fought Daniel Zaragoza for the WBC super bantamweight title. It was their third meeting. Banke was 27 years old with a record of 21-5, and Zaragoza was 33 with a record of 43-5-1. Banke was coming off a win and Zaragoza was on a 3-fight winning streak. Banke lost via unanimous decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Zaragoza.
5. Paul Banke KOs José Luis Soto
On October 12, 1989 Paul Banke faced José Luis Soto in a super bantamweight bout. Banke was 25 years old with a record of 16-4, and Soto was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke was coming off a loss. Banke stopped José Luis Soto via KO in the 2nd round.
6. Paul Banke KOs Alberto Mercado
On May 9, 1988 Paul Banke faced Alberto Mercado. Banke was 24 years old with a record of 12-3, and Mercado was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke was on a 2-fight winning streak. Banke stopped Alberto Mercado via KO in the 3rd round.
7. Paul Banke KOs Willie Garcia
On May 28, 1987 Paul Banke faced Willie Garcia. Banke was 23 years old with a record of 7-2, and Garcia was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke was on a 2-fight losing streak. Banke stopped Willie Garcia via KO in the 2nd round.
8. Paul Banke KOs Ramiro Adames
On January 9, 1989 Paul Banke fought Ramiro Adames for the vacant WBA Americas super bantamweight title. Banke was 24 years old with a record of 15-3, and Adames was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke was on a 5-fight winning streak. Banke stopped Ramiro Adames via TKO in the 6th round. Won the vacant title.
9. Paul Banke KOs Miguel Rodella
On November 17, 1985 Paul Banke faced Miguel Rodella. Banke was 21 years old with a record of 2-0, and Rodella was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke was on an undefeated 2-fight winning streak. Banke stopped Miguel Rodella via KO in the 2nd round.
10. Paul Banke KOs Elmer Mejia
On August 3, 1985 Paul Banke faced Elmer Mejia. Banke was 21 years old with a record of 0-0, and Mejia was 0 with a record of 0-0. Banke stopped Elmer Mejia via TKO in the 2nd round.