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Featherweight Boxing Rankings - December 2003

Featherweight rankings for December 2003. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGDecember 2003
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Philippines flagManny PacquiaoNEW
Champion

1Mexico flagJuan Manuel Marquez
2Mexico flagMarco Antonio Barreraβ–Ό-2
3United Kingdom flagScott Harrison
4Mexico flagManuel Medinaβ–Ό-2
5United States flagJohnny Tapiaβ–Ό-1
6United States flagDerrick Gainerβ–Ό-1
7South Korea flagInjin Chiβ–Ό-1
8United Kingdom flagMichael Brodieβ–Ό-1
9United States flagWilliam Abelyanβ–Ό-1
10United States flagRocky Juarezβ–Ό-1

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: Philippines flagManny Pacquiao(previously Mexico flagMarco Antonio Barrera)

Dropped out of the top 10

  • US flag
    Zahir RaheemLast ranked #10

Biggest fallers

  • MX flag
    Manuel MedinaFrom #2 to #4
    β–Ό-2
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    Johnny TapiaFrom #4 to #5
    β–Ό-1
  • US flag
    Derrick GainerFrom #5 to #6
    β–Ό-1