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Featherweight boxing rankings- May 1990

Featherweight boxing rankings archive for May 1990 across organizations. This page is the combined featherweight boxing rankings list, not fight records. Open a single-org list for Ring, or view the latest Featherweight rankings.

Division
Period
OrgAllWBAWBCIBFWBORING
WBAViewingWBCIBFWBORING
Note: Between September 1989 and November 2001 The Ring published contender rankings only (positions 1โ€“10) and did not include a separate "champion" in its ratings.
Note: The WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO May 1990 rankings are not available.
RankRINGMay 1990
1Venezuela flagAntonio Esparragoza
2Mexico flagJorge Paez+1
3United States flagTroy Dorsey+1
4United States flagLouie Espinoza+1
5Italy flagMaurizio Stecca+1
6United States flagEdward Parker+1
7Mexico flagMarcos Villasana+1
8United States flagRicardo Cepeda+1
9United Kingdom flagPaul Hodkinson+1
10Colombia flagRafael ZunigaNEW

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

Month-over-month changes since May 1990

RINGMay 1990 vs April 1990

Entered the top 10

  • CO flag
    Rafael ZunigaNow ranked #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • AU flag
    Jeff FenechMoved up to Super Featherweight

Biggest risers

  • MX flag
    Jorge PaezFrom #3 to #2
    +1
  • US flag
    Troy DorseyFrom #4 to #3
    +1
  • US flag
    Louie EspinozaUp one spot to #4
    +1

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 Sรกnchez, 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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