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Light Flyweight Boxing Rankings - August 1997

Light Flyweight rankings for August 1997. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
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RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGAugust 1997
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1Thailand flagSaman Sorjaturong
2Colombia flagMauricio Pastrana
3Thailand flagPichit Siriwat
4South Africa flagBaby Jake Matlala
5Mexico flagMelchor Cob Castro
6Panama flagCarlos Murillo
7United States flagMichael Carbajal▲+1
8Japan flagKeiji Yamaguchi▲+1
9South Korea flagHi Yong Choi▲+1
10Mexico flagJesus Chong▼-3

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

About the Light Flyweight Division

Weight Limit: 105-108 lbs (47.6-49.0 kg)

Light Flyweight, also known as Junior Flyweight, sits between Minimumweight and Flyweight. The division features fast, skilled fighters with excellent technical ability.

Division Characteristics

Light Flyweights combine exceptional speed and skill, with fighters typically relying on technical boxing ability and quick combinations. The division is known for its competitive nature.

Notable Facts

The Light Flyweight division has produced many exciting fighters and competitive matchups. The division is known for its depth of talent and technical skill.

Historical Context

Established in 1975, Light Flyweight has developed into a respected division that often serves as a bridge between Minimumweight and Flyweight.

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RINGAugust 1997 vs July 1997

Biggest risers

  • US flag
    Michael CarbajalFrom #8 to #7
    ▲+1
  • JP flag
    Keiji YamaguchiFrom #9 to #8
    ▲+1
  • KR flag
    Hi Yong ChoiFrom #10 to #9
    ▲+1

Biggest fallers

  • MX flag
    Jesus ChongDown 3 places to #10
    ▼-3