Alexis Arguello

Alexis Arguello

""El Flaco Explosivo""

Super FeatherweightNicaraguaRetired

Professional Record

77
Wins
8
Losses
0
Draws
80.5%
KO Rate

Fighter Information

Birthplace
Managua, Nicaragua
Residence
Managua, Nicaragua
Nationality
Nicaragua
Gender
M
Height
178
Reach
183
Stance
orthodox
Professional Career
Debut
10/26/1968
Total Fights
85
Total Rounds
492
Win Rate
90.6%
KO Rate
80.5%
Losses by KO
4

About

Alexis Arguello, also known as "El Flaco Explosivo" or "The Explosive Thin Man," was a legendary boxer who made a lasting impact on the sport of boxing. Born on April 19, 1952, Arguello was born to be a fighter. Standing at a height of 178cm with a reach of 183cm, he possessed the physical attributes necessary to excel in the ring.

Arguello started his professional boxing career in the featherweight division, weighing in at 126 pounds. With his orthodox stance and incredible skills, he quickly rose through the ranks and established himself as a force to be reckoned with. However, it was in the super featherweight and lightweight divisions where he truly made his mark.

In the super featherweight division, Arguello proved to be unstoppable. His explosive power and precise technique allowed him to dominate his opponents, earning him numerous victories and three world championships. His fights were a spectacle to behold, as he consistently showcased his devastating punching power and ability to outclass his opponents.

Arguello's ascent in the boxing world continued when he moved up to the lightweight division. Despite facing tougher competition and larger opponents, he continued to show his prowess in the ring. His fights were characterized by his relentless offensive style and his ability to absorb punishment while delivering devastating blows.

Throughout his career, Arguello faced some of the biggest names in the sport, leaving an indelible mark on the history of boxing. His matches against fellow boxing legends such as Aaron Pryor and Ray Mancini are still talked about today. These fights were not only battles for supremacy in the ring, but also showcases of Arguello's heart, determination, and unwavering will to win.

Apart from his achievements inside the ring, Arguello was also known for his contributions outside of boxing. He was respected for his sportsmanship, humility, and dedication to charitable causes. Arguello became a role model for aspiring boxers, embodying the values of discipline, hard work, and resilience.

Unfortunately, tragedy struck in the later years of Arguello's life. He struggled with personal demons and faced financial difficulties, leading to a decline in his mental and physical well-being. However, his legacy as one of boxing's greatest warriors remains untarnished.

Alexis Arguello will always be remembered as a boxing icon. His explosive style, technical brilliance, and indomitable spirit made him a fan favorite and earned him a place among the boxing greats. His achievements in the featherweight, super featherweight, and lightweight divisions cemented his status as one of the best fighters of his era.

Even though Arguello is no longer with us, his impact on the sport will never be forgotten. His story serves as a reminder of the triumphs and tribulations that come with the pursuit of greatness. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of boxers, reminding them of the power and beauty of the sweet science.

Fights

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85Jan 1995
Loss
N/A
84Aug 1994
Win
N/A
83Feb 1986
Win
N/A
82Oct 1985
Win
N/A
81Sep 1983
Loss
N/A
80Apr 1983
Win
N/A
79Feb 1983
Win
N/A
78Nov 1982
Loss
N/A
77Jul 1982
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N/A
76May 1982
Win
N/A
75Feb 1982
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N/A
74Nov 1981
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N/A
73Oct 1981
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N/A
72Jun 1981
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N/A
71Feb 1981
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N/A
70Nov 1980
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N/A
69Aug 1980
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68Apr 1980
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N/A
67Mar 1980
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N/A
66Jan 1980
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N/A
65Nov 1979
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N/A
64Jul 1979
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N/A
63Feb 1979
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N/A
62Nov 1978
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61Jul 1978
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60Jun 1978
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59Apr 1978
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N/A
58Mar 1978
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N/A
57Jan 1978
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N/A
56Dec 1977
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N/A
55Sep 1977
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N/A
54Aug 1977
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N/A
53Aug 1977
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N/A
52Jun 1977
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51May 1977
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50Feb 1977
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49Jun 1976
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N/A
48Apr 1976
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N/A
47Feb 1976
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N/A
46Dec 1975
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N/A
45Oct 1975
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N/A
44Jul 1975
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N/A
43May 1975
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N/A
42Mar 1975
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N/A
41Feb 1975
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N/A
40Nov 1974
Win
N/A
39Sep 1974
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N/A
38Aug 1974
Win
N/A
37May 1974
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N/A
36Apr 1974
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N/A
35Feb 1974
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N/A
34Jan 1974
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N/A
33Nov 1973
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N/A
32Oct 1973
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N/A
31Aug 1973
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N/A
30Jun 1973
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N/A
29May 1973
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28Mar 1973
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27Feb 1973
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26Dec 1972
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25Nov 1972
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24Oct 1972
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23Sep 1972
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22Jan 1972
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N/A
21Dec 1971
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20Oct 1971
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N/A
19Sep 1971
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18Aug 1971
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17Jul 1971
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N/A
16Jun 1971
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N/A
15Jun 1971
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14May 1971
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13Apr 1971
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N/A
12Mar 1971
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N/A
11Feb 1971
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N/A
10Dec 1970
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9Dec 1970
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N/A
8Nov 1970
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N/A
7Oct 1970
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N/A
6Sep 1970
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N/A
5Apr 1969
Loss
N/A
4Mar 1969
Loss
N/A
3Feb 1969
Win
N/A
2Dec 1968
Win
N/A
1Oct 1968
Win
N/A