Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario
Fight Details
- Date: 13th June 1986
- Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York
- Title: WBC World Lightweight Title
- Promoter: Don King
- TV: HBO Sports
Fighters
Hector Camacho
Record: 28-0-0
Weight: 135 lbs
Edwin Rosario
Record: 28-1-0
Weight: 134 lbs
Fight Summary
The Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario fight for the WBC World Lightweight Title on Friday, June 13th, 1986 was a much-anticipated event. The fight took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City and split opinions due to the fact that both fighters had superb records going into the bout.
The fight started off slowly, with both fighters feeling each other out in the first few rounds. However, in the fourth round, Camacho began to take control of the fight with his superior speed and footwork. He began to land several clean punches on Rosario, who was unable to keep up with his opponent's quick movements.
Despite Camacho's dominance in the middle rounds, Rosario was not ready to give up. He came back in the seventh round with a series of powerful punches that rocked Camacho and left him visibly stunned. The crowd at Madison Square Garden erupted in excitement, as it appeared that Rosario was on the verge of staging a comeback.
However, Camacho quickly regained his composure and continued to outbox Rosario with his speed and agility. In the later rounds, he was able to land several more clean punches, and it was clear that he was the superior fighter. Rosario appeared to be tired and unable to keep up with Camacho's pace, and by the end of the fight, it was clear that Camacho had won the fight.
When the final bell rang, the judges awarded the fight to Camacho by unanimous decision. He had successfully defended his WBC World Lightweight Title and improved his record to 29-0. The win solidified Camacho's reputation as one of the top boxers in the world at the time.
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FAQ
Who won the Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario fight?
Hector Camacho won by split decision.
When did Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario take place?
Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario took place on 13th June 1986.
Where did the Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario fight take place?
It took place at Madison Square Garden, New York.
What titles were at stake in the Hector Camacho vs Edwin Rosario fight?
Hector Camacho and Edwin Rosario fought for the WBC World Lightweight Title.
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