Silverio Ortiz

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Silverio José Ortiz Ley (born 18 December 1982) is a Mexican professional boxer. Silverio is the current IBA light welterweight Champion. He is married with four children.

Nickname
Chamaco III
BornSilverio José Ortiz Ley
(1982-12-17) 17 December 1982 (age 43)
Chicxulub, Yucatán, Mexico
Height1.74 m (5 ft 9 in)
WeightWelterweight
Light welterweight
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Silverio Ortiz
Personal information
Nickname
Chamaco III
BornSilverio José Ortiz Ley
(1982-12-17) 17 December 1982 (age 43)
Chicxulub, Yucatán, Mexico
Height1.74 m (5 ft 9 in)
WeightWelterweight
Light welterweight
Boxing career
Reach179 cm (70 in)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights66
Wins37
Win by KO18
Losses29
Draws0
No contests0
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Early life

Ortiz was born in Chicxulub, Yucatán and is the grandson of a Chinese immigrant.[1][2] After taking up boxing, he became the Yucatán amateur champion before turning pro.[3]

Professional career

In April 2005, Ortiz beat an undefeated Ricardo Dominguez at the Dodge Arena in Hidalgo, Texas.[4]

On May 1, 2010 Ortiz beat title contender Fernando Angulo to win the IBA light welterweight title.[5]

Professional boxing record

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