What is Alexis Arguello boxing record?

Alexis Argüello
Total fights	85
Wins	77
Wins by KO	62
Losses	8

Did Alexis Arguello die?

July 1, 2009
Alexis Argüello/Date of death

Who won Arguello vs Pryor 2?

The rematch proved unable to live up to the original, as Arguello seemed spent and as if he did not have his heart in the fight. Pryor won by a 10th-round knockout, and both fighters retired following the bout.

How many fights did Alexis Arguello have?

85
Alexis Argüello/Total Fights

How tall is Alexis Arguello?

5′ 10″
Alexis Argüello/Height

Why did Arguello commit suicide?

Last week, following the tragic news of Arguello’s death, an alleged suicide note circulated on the Internet saying Arguello didn’t blame anyone for his decision, but that he was tired of being used and treated like an embarrassing drug addict.

How did Alex Arguello die?

Suicide
Alexis Argüello/Cause of death

Coroners were conducting an autopsy to determine the cause of death. Sandinista Party’s Radio Ya and other local media were reporting it appeared to be a suicide. The La Prensa newspaper reported that Arguello — elected mayor of Nicaragua’s capital last year — was found with a gunshot wound to the chest.

Is Aaron Pryor still alive?

Deceased (1955–2016)
Aaron Pryor/Living or Deceased

Who did Aaron Pryor beat?

As a pro, between 1976 and 1990, he is fondly remembered as a marauding punching machine who drew comparisons to the legendary Henry Armstrong. Pryor (39-1, 35 knockouts) won the WBA junior welterweight title in 1980 by knocking out fellow Hall of Famer Antonio Cervantes in four rounds.

Did Aaron Pryor and Sugar Ray Leonard ever fight?

Talks of a Leonard-Pryor showdown began as early as 1981. Leonard was already a star, while Pryor was just beginning to gain recognition after winning the WBA Jr. Welterweight title the previous year. Unfortunately, the fight never materialized.

What was Alexis Arguello nickname?

The Explosive Thin Man
Nicknamed “The Explosive Thin Man,” Arguello was inducted in 1992 into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, where flags were flying at half-staff in his honor Wednesday.

How old is Alexis Arguello?

57 years (1952–2009)
Alexis Argüello/Age at death
Alexis Arguello, who battled his way to three world boxing titles in the ring but lost several bouts with personal demons outside the ropes, was found dead early Wednesday at his home in Managua, Nicaragua. He was 57. Police are investigating the death and an autopsy is pending, according to a government spokeswoman.

How did Alexis Argüello get started in boxing?

At the age of 9, Argüello ran away to work in a dairy farm. When he was 13, he emigrated to Canada to provide for his family. Argüello was constantly involved in street brawls through his teenage years, but it wasn’t until his sister Marina, one of Alexis’ 7 siblings, married a boxer that young Alexis took an interest in the sport.

Who did Guillermo Argüello fight in his first defense?

Argüello’s first defense came against Venezuelan featherweight champion Leonel Hernández. Once again, Argüello fought in enemy territory, as the fight took place in Caracas. Nevertheless, Argüello made short work of his challenger, stopping him by technical knockout in the 8th round. His first defense in Nicaragua was against Rigoberto Riasco.

Why was there so much anticipation for the Arguello-Pryer II rematch?

Arguello was in fact preparing to face rising contender Billy Costello when, finally, the geniuses at the WBA realized the error of their ways and granted him a top ten ranking. And just like that, the rematch was on. When Arguello vs Pryor II was officially announced, anticipation was just as high as for the first bout, but for different reasons.

Who won the fight between Ernesto Marcel and Gabriel Argüello?

Eventually, Argüello earned world featherweight championship bout against experienced WBA champion Ernesto Marcel. The fight took place in Panama, Marcel’s home country. The young challenger lost a 15-round unanimous decision in the champion’s retirement bout.