Best fights of Rafael Ruelas
Over 11 years as a professional, Rafael Ruelas has compiled a 53-4 (41) record, including twelve title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Rafael Ruelas KOs Steve Cruz
On March 31, 1991 Rafael Ruelas fought Steve Cruz for the vacant WBC-NABF and WBC-NABF featherweight titles. Ruelas was 19 years old with a record of 24-0, and Cruz was 27 with a record of 35-5. Ruelas was on an undefeated 24-fight winning streak and Cruz was coming off a win. Ruelas stopped Steve Cruz via KO in the 3rd round. Won the vacant titles.
2. Rafael Ruelas stops Jorge Páez
On November 6, 1992 Rafael Ruelas fought Jorge Páez for the vacant WBC-NABF lightweight title. Ruelas was 21 years old with a record of 33-1, and Páez was 27 with a record of 43-4-4. Ruelas was on a 6-fight winning streak and Páez was on a 5-fight winning streak. Ruelas stopped Jorge Páez via retirement in the 10th round. Won the vacant title.
3. Rafael Ruelas defeats Darryl Tyson
On July 17, 1993 Rafael Ruelas faced Darryl Tyson in a lightweight bout. Ruelas was 22 years old with a record of 36-1, and Tyson was 32 with a record of 40-5-1. Ruelas was on a 9-fight winning streak. Ruelas won via unanimous decision.