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Featherweight Boxing Rankings - August 1986

Featherweight rankings for August 1986. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGAugust 1986
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United States flagSteve CruzNEW
Champion

1Ghana flagAzumah Nelson
2Ireland flagBarry McGuiganβ–Ό-2
3South Korea flagKiyung Chung
4Mexico flagMarcos Villasana
5Panama flagEusebio Pedroza
6United States flagCalvin GroveNEW
7United States flagJackie Beardβ–Ό-1
8United States flagBernard Taylorβ–Ό-1
9Venezuela flagAntonio Esparragozaβ–Ό-1
10Panama flagJose MarmolejosNEW

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

About the Featherweight Division

Weight Limit: 122-126 lbs (55.3-57.2 kg)

Featherweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, with a history dating back to the late 19th century. The division features fast, skilled fighters known for their technical ability and endurance.

Division Characteristics

Featherweights 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 rather than knockout power.

Notable Facts

The Featherweight division has been home to many legendary fighters, including Willie Pep, Salvador SΓ‘nchez, and more recently, fighters like Manny Pacquiao (early in his career) and Leo Santa Cruz.

Historical Context

Featherweight 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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There is a new Champion: United States flagSteve Cruz(previously Ireland flagBarry McGuigan)

Entered the top 10

  • US flag
    Calvin GroveNow in the top 10 at #6
  • PA flag
    Jose MarmolejosEnters at #10

Biggest fallers

  • US flag
    Jackie BeardSlipped a spot to #7
    β–Ό-1
  • US flag
    Bernard TaylorDown one place to #8
    β–Ό-1
  • VE flag
    Antonio EsparragozaDown one place to #9
    β–Ό-1