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Oscar Albarado

Oscar Albarado

American boxer (1948–2021)


Oscar Albarado (September 15, 1948 February 17, 2021) was an American former professional boxer who held the undisputed light middleweight world championship from June 1974 to January 1975.

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Professional career

Known as "Shotgun", Albarado turned pro in 1966 and captured the undisputed light middleweight championship when he upset Koichi Wajima by KO in 1974.[1] He defended the crown once before losing it in a rematch to Wajima in 1975 by decision. He retired after the loss.

Comeback

Albarado launched an unsuccessful comeback five years later, retiring in 1982 after several losses.

Death

Albarado died on February 17, 2021, in Uvalde Texas at Amistad Nursing home at the age of 72.

Professional boxing record

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See also


References

  1. "Oscar Albarado - Lineal Junior Middleweight Champion". The Cyber Boxing Zone Encyclopedia.
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