Best fights of Paulie Ayala
Over 12 years as a professional, Paulie Ayala has compiled a 35-3 (12) record, including 15 title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Paulie Ayala defeats Johnny Tapia
On June 26, 1999 Paulie Ayala fought Johnny Tapia for the WBA bantamweight title. Ayala was 29 years old with a record of 27-1, and Tapia was 32 with a record of 46-0-2. Ayala was on a 2-fight winning streak and Tapia was on an undefeated 17-fight winning streak. Ayala won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new bantamweight champion.
2. Paulie Ayala defeats Johnny Tapia in their 2nd fight
On October 7, 2000 Paulie Ayala faced Johnny Tapia in a bantamweight bout. It was their second meeting. Ayala was 30 years old with a record of 30-1, and Tapia was 33 with a record of 48-1-2. Ayala was on a 5-fight winning streak and Tapia was on a 2-fight winning streak. Ayala won via unanimous decision.
3. Paulie Ayala loses to Marco Antonio Barrera via KO
On June 19, 2004 Paulie Ayala faced Marco Antonio Barrera in a featherweight bout. Ayala was 34 years old with a record of 35-2, and Barrera was 30 with a record of 57-4. Ayala was coming off a win, while Barrera was coming off a loss. Barrera stopped Ayala via TKO in the 10th round. Lasted into the 10th round.