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Bantamweight Boxing Rankings - July 1997

Bantamweight rankings for July 1997. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
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RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGJuly 1997
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1United States flagTim AustinNEW
2Thailand flagSirimongkol Singmanassuk▲+1
3Ghana flagNana Konadu▲+1
4Colombia flagJorge Eliecer Julio▼-2
5South Africa flagMbulelo Botile▼-4
6United States flagPaulie Ayala▼-1
7Thailand flagVeerapol Sahaprom▼-1
8Thailand flagDaorung C. Siriwat▼-1
9Argentina flagPastor Maurin
10Mexico flagAdan Vargas

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 July 1997

RINGJuly 1997 vs June 1997

Entered the top 10

  • US flag
    Tim AustinEnters at #1

Dropped out of the top 10

  • GB flag
    Robbie ReganLast ranked #8

Biggest risers

  • TH flag
    Sirimongkol SingmanassukFrom #3 to #2
    ▲+1
  • GH flag
    Nana KonaduClimbed a place to #3
    ▲+1

Biggest fallers

  • ZA flag
    Mbulelo BotileDown 4 places to #5
    ▼-4
  • CO flag
    Jorge Eliecer JulioNow ranked #4 (was #2)
    ▼-2
  • US flag
    Paulie AyalaSlipped a spot to #6
    ▼-1