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Bantamweight Boxing Rankings - September 2001

Bantamweight rankings for September 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 September 2001 rankings are not available.
RankWBASeptember 2001WBOSeptember 2001RINGSeptember 2001
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Vacant
Mauricio Martinez
Champion
1Eidy MoyaJohnny Bredahl+1Tim Austin
2Adan VargasRafael Marquez+4Veerapol Sahaprom
3Leo GamezAlexander YagupovAdan Vargas
4Johnny BredahlPete Frissina+1Mark Johnson
5Toshiaki NishiokaAdan Vargas+2Johnny Bredahl
6Mark JohnsonNoel Wilders+2Mauricio Martinez+1
7Saohin SirithaicondoDimitri Kirilov+2Heriberto RuizNEW
8Rafael MarquezDanny Romero-7Genaro Garcia
9Diego MoralesJose Sanjuanelo+2Jorge Eliecer Julio+1
10Genaro GarciaMark Johnson-6Toshiaki NishiokaNEW
11Spend AbaziNEWGerardo Espinoza-1
12Pete FrissinaEliecer Julio
13Luigi CastiglioneRoger Gonzalez
14Heriberto RuizKulabdang Kiatkreerin+1
15Jesus MacANicky BoothNEW

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since August 2001

WBOSeptember 2001 vs August 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Jose SanjuaneloPreviously #11, enters at #9

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Gerardo EspinozaDropped to #11

Biggest risers

  • Rafael MarquezImproved from #6 to #2
    +4
  • Adan VargasFrom #7 to #5
    +2
  • Noel WildersFrom #8 to #6
    +2

Biggest fallers

  • Danny RomeroDown 7 places to #8
    -7
  • Mark JohnsonDown 6 places to #10
    -6
  • Gerardo EspinozaFrom #10 to #11
    -1

RINGSeptember 2001 vs August 2001

Entered the top 10

  • Heriberto RuizNow in the top 10 at #7
  • Toshiaki NishiokaEnters at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Jorge LaciervaLast ranked #6
  • Hugo DianzoPreviously held #9

Biggest risers

  • Mauricio MartinezUp one spot to #6
    +1
  • Jorge Eliecer JulioUp one spot to #9
    +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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