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Bantamweight Boxing Rankings - January 1981

Bantamweight rankings for January 1981. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGJanuary 1981
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United States flagJeff Chandler
Champion
1Mexico flagLupe Pintor
2Puerto Rico flagJulian Solis
3United States flagAlbert Davila
4Panama flagJorge Lujan
5Mexico flagRoberto Rubaldino
6United States flagOscar Muniz
7Japan flagEijiro Murata+1
8Argentina flagJose Rufino Narvaez+1
9Mexico flagNorberto Cabrera+1
10South Korea flagChul Ho KimNEW

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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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Month-over-month changes since January 1981

RINGJanuary 1981 vs December 1980

Entered the top 10

  • KR flag
    Chul Ho KimEnters at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • VE flag
    Rafael OronoWas #7 last month

Biggest risers

  • JP flag
    Eijiro MurataUp one spot to #7
    +1
  • AR flag
    Jose Rufino NarvaezFrom #9 to #8
    +1
  • MX flag
    Norberto CabreraClimbed a place to #9
    +1