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Bantamweight Boxing Rankings - February 2001

Bantamweight rankings for February 2001. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
Note: Between September 1989 and November 2001 The Ring published contender rankings only (positions 1–10) and did not include a separate "champion" in its ratings.
Note: The WBC and IBF February 2001 rankings are not available.
RankWBAFebruary 2001WBOFebruary 2001RINGFebruary 2001
🏆Paulie Ayala
World Champion
Mauricio Martinez
Champion
1Eidy MoyaJohnny BredahlPaulie Ayala
2Adan Vargas+2Adan Vargas+5Tim Austin
3Toshiaki NishiokaAlexander YagupovVeerapol Sahaprom
4Saohin Sirithaicondo-2Lester FuentesJohnny Bredahl
5Rafael MarquezAlejandro EstradaAdan Vargas
6Johnny BredahlPete FrissinaNEWJorge Lacierva+1
7Johnny TapiaJuan Domingo CordobaNEWRicardo Barajas+1
8Genaro GarciaRafael MarquezMauricio Martinez+1
9Hugo Dianzo+1Gerardo Espinoza+4Cuauhtemoc Gomez+1
10Ricardo Barajas+1Dario Azuaga-8Genaro GarciaNEW
11Jose Mendoza+1Jorge D. Espindola
12Jorge Eliecer Julio-3Esham Pickering
13Sandile Soblanda+1Ricardo Barajas+1
14Jorge Lacierva+1Cuauhtemoc Gomez+1
15Juan D CordobaNEWEliecer Julio-9

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since January 2001

WBAFebruary 2001 vs January 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Ricardo BarajasPreviously #11, enters at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Jorge Eliecer JulioFell to #12

Biggest risers

  • Adan VargasNow ranked #2 (was #4)
    +2
  • Hugo DianzoUp one spot to #9
    +1
  • Ricardo BarajasUp one spot to #10
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Jorge Eliecer JulioNow #12 after being #9 last month
    -3
  • Saohin SirithaicondoFrom #2 to #4
    -2

WBOFebruary 2001 vs January 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Pete FrissinaNow in the top 10 at #6
  • Juan Domingo CordobaEnters at #7
  • Gerardo EspinozaJumped from #13 into the top 10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Eliecer JulioDown to #15
  • Narongrit PirangOut of the top 10 after being #9
  • Julio GamboaPreviously held #10

Biggest risers

  • Adan VargasImproved from #7 to #2
    +5
  • Gerardo EspinozaImproved from #13 to #9
    +4
  • Ricardo BarajasUp one spot to #13
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Eliecer JulioDropped from #6 to #15
    -9
  • Dario AzuagaDown 8 places to #10
    -8

RINGFebruary 2001 vs January 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Genaro GarciaInto the top 10 at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Jorge Eliecer JulioOut of the top 10 after being #6

Biggest risers

  • Jorge LaciervaClimbed a place to #6
    +1
  • Ricardo BarajasFrom #8 to #7
    +1
  • Mauricio MartinezFrom #9 to #8
    +1

About the Bantamweight Division

Weight Limit: 115-118 lbs (52.2-53.5 kg)

Bantamweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, with a history dating back to the early days of professional boxing. The division features fast, skilled fighters known for their technical ability.

Division Characteristics

Bantamweights are known for their speed, technical skill, and ability to fight at a high pace. Fighters in this division typically rely on skill and volume punching.

Notable Facts

The Bantamweight division has been home to many legendary fighters throughout boxing history. The division is known for producing exciting, fast-paced fights.

Historical Context

Bantamweight has long been one of boxing's most respected divisions, with a rich history of competitive matchups and memorable championship fights.

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