Name Efren Torres Martial art Boxing | Died 2010, Guadalajara, Mexico Role Boxer | |
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Hiroyuki Ebihara KO7 Efren Torres II
Horacio Accavallo vs Efren Torres HL.
Efren Torres (November 29, 1943 – February 25, 2010) was a Mexican boxer, who was world champion in the Flyweight division.
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Torres was born in La Palma, Michoacán.
Pro career
Known as "El Alacrán" (the Scorpion), Torres turned pro in 1961 and in 1969 after two unsuccessful bids at a major title, he defeated WBC and Lineal Champion Chartchai Chionoi of Thailand by decision to become the flyweight world champion. He lost the title in his second defense to Chartchai Chionoi by decision in 1970. He retired in 1972.
Honors
Torres was inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in the Class of 2007.
References
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