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Flyweight Boxing Rankings - December 1996

Flyweight rankings for December 1996. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
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RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGDecember 1996
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1United States flagMark Johnson
2Japan flagYuri Arbachakov
3Venezuela flagJose BonillaNEW
4Mexico flagAlberto Jimenez
5Thailand flagSaen Sor Ploenchitโ–ผ-2
6Thailand flagChatchai Elite Gymโ–ผ-1
7Thailand flagChokchai 3 K Batteryโ–ผ-1
8Mexico flagAlejandro Montielโ–ผ-1
9United States flagArthur Johnsonโ–ผ-1
10Denmark flagJesper Jensen

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

About the Flyweight Division

Weight Limit: 108-112 lbs (49.0-50.8 kg)

Flyweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, with a history dating back to the early 20th century. The division features fast, skilled fighters known for their technical ability and speed.

Division Characteristics

Flyweights are known for their exceptional speed, technical skill, and ability to fight at a very high pace. Fighters in this division typically rely on skill and volume punching.

Notable Facts

The Flyweight division has been home to many legendary fighters, including Jimmy Wilde and more recently, fighters like Roman Gonzรกlez. The division is known for producing exciting, fast-paced fights.

Historical Context

Flyweight 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 December 1996

RINGDecember 1996 vs November 1996

Entered the top 10

  • VE flag
    Jose BonillaEnters at #3

Dropped out of the top 10

  • US flag
    Isaias ZamudioPreviously held #9

Biggest fallers

  • TH flag
    Saen Sor PloenchitDown to #5 from #3
    โ–ผ-2
  • TH flag
    Chatchai Elite GymDown one place to #6
    โ–ผ-1
  • TH flag
    Chokchai 3 K BatteryDown one place to #7
    โ–ผ-1