Jacob Matlala

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Jacob "Baby Jake" Matlala (1 August 1962 – 7 December 2013) was a South African boxer. He was a world champion in two weight classes, having held the World Boxing Organization (WBO) flyweight title from 1993 to 1995, the WBO light-flyweight in 1995 to 1997. In 2004, Matlala was voted #72 in the "100 Greatest South Africans" poll organized by SABC.

Death

Jacob Matlala died on 7 December 2013, at the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital.[1][2]

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
68 Win 53–13–2 Juan Herrera KO 7 (12), 1:43Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 2 Mar 2002 Carnival City, Brakpan, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBU light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
67 Win 52–13–2 Mickey Cantwell TKO 5 (12), 1:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 29 Sep 2001 Elephant & Castle Centre, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBU light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
66 Win 51–13–2 Todd Makelim TKO 4 (12), 2:25Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 17 Feb 2001 Carnival City, Brakpan, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBU light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
65 Loss 50–13–2 Peter Culshaw MD 12 24 May 2000 Carnival City, Brakpan, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBU flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
64 Loss 50–12–2 Masibulele Makepula UD 12 19 Feb 2000 Carnival City, Brakpan, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBO light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
63 Win 50–11–2 Rafael Orozco UD 12 19 Dec 1998 Miccosukee Indian Gaming Resort, Miami, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained IBA light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
62 Win 49–11–2 Ric Magramo PTS 10 4 Jul 1998 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
61 Win 48–11–2 Víctor Burgos TD 8 (12) 20 Feb 1998 Argosy Festival Atrium, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained IBA light-flyweight title;
Majority TDScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
60 Win 47–11–2 Luis Doria TKO 12 (12) 15 Nov 1997 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained IBA light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
59 Win 46–11–2 Michael Carbajal TKO 9 (12), 1:24Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 18 Jul 1997 Thomas & Mack Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won IBA light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
58 Win 45–11–2 Mickey Cantwell SD 12 8 Feb 1997 Arena, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
57 Win 44–11–2 Paul Weir TKO 10 (12), 1:55Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 13 Apr 1996 Everton Park Sports Centre, Liverpool, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
56 Win 43–11–2 Paul Weir TD 5 (12), 2:36Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 18 Nov 1995 Kelvin Hall, Glasgow, ScotlandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBO light-flyweight title;
Unanimous TD: Weir unable to continue due to deep cut from accidental head-buttScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
55 Win 42–11–2 Francisco Mendoza PTS 8 26 Aug 1995 Village Green, Durban, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
54 Template:DrawDraw 41–11–2 Sammy Stewart SD 10 6 May 1995 Village Green, Durban, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
53 Loss 41–11–1 Alberto Jiménez TKO 8 (12), 2:35Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 11 Feb 1995 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBO flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
52 Win 41–10–1 Pretty Boy Lucas UD 12 15 Oct 1994 Superbowl, Rustenburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
51 Win 40–10–1 Francis Ampofo RTD 9 (12) 11 Jun 1994 York Hall, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
50 Win 39–10–1 Luigi Camputaro RTD 7 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 4 Dec 1993 Superbowl, Rustenburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
49 Win 38–10–1 Pablo Tiznado UD 10 24 Jul 1993 Standard Bank Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
48 Win 37–10–1 Pat Clinton TKO 8 (12), 1:57Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 15 May 1993 Scottish Exhibition Centre, Glasgow, ScotlandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBO flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
47 Win 36–10–1 Toto Hleli UD 8 4 Apr 1993 Indoor Centre, Spings, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
46 Win 35–10–1 Mzukisi Sikali UD 12 26 Apr 1992 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Win 34–10–1 Raúl Acosta UD 10 24 Nov 1991 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Loss 33–10–1 Dave McAuley KO 10 (12), 2:23Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 7 Sep 1991 Maysfield Leisure Centre, Belfast, Northern IrelandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For IBF flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Win 33–9–1 Ndoda Mayende TKO 8 (12) 23 Jun 1991 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Win 32–9–1 Zolile Mbityi KO 6 (12) 10 Feb 1991 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Win 31–9–1 Wele Maqolo SD 12 28 Oct 1990 Indoor Spprts Centee, Uitenhage, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Win 30–9–1 Ramón Solís UD 10 25 Mar 1990 Don Mateman Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 29–9–1 Sonnyboy Nghona TKO 2 (10) 3 Dec 1989 Indoor Sports Centee, Uitenhage, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Win 28–9–1 Daniel Ward UD 10 15 Oct 1989 Portuguese Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant Transvaal flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Win 27–9–1 Martín Cárdenas UD 10 14 Aug 1989 Feather Market Hall, Port Elizabeth, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Win 26–9–1 Odwa Mdleleni KO 6 (10) 23 Jul 1989 Good Hope Centre, Cape Town, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Loss 25–9–1 Jaji Sibali UD 12 4 Jun 1989 Orient Theatre, East London, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For South African flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 25–8–1 Ndoda Mayende PTS 8 14 May 1989 Orient Theatre, East London, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 24–8–1 Johannes Miya RTD 7 (10) 5 Mar 1989 Shareworld Sports Stadium, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant Transvaal flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Loss 23–8–1 Vuyani Nene UD 12 16 Oct 1988 Indoor Sports Centre, Uitenhage, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 23–7–1 Daniel Ward PTS 8 9 Jul 1988 Sports Stadium, Secunda, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 22–7–1 Vumile Gomo DQ 7 (10) 30 Apr 1988 Great Centenary Hall, Port Elizabeth, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 21–7–1 Jacob Mazubiko TKO 9 (10) 7 Feb 1988 Indoor Centre, Springs, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant Transvaal light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Loss 20–7–1 Vuyani Nene PTS 12 1 Nov 1987 Centenary Hall, Port Elizabeth, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For South African light-flyweught titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 20–6–1 Kirk Morris PTS 8 2 Aug 1987 Don Mateman Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Loss 19–6–1 Vuyani Nene RTD 11 (12) 15 Mar 1987 Volkswagen Stadium, Uitenhage, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 19–5–1 Pillay Duiker PTS 10 9 Nov 1986 Modderfontein Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant Transvaal light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Loss 18–5–1 Vuyani Nene PTS 8 15 Mar 1986 Feathermarket Hall, Port Elizabeth, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Loss 18–4–1 Mveleli Luzipho UD 12 30 Nov 1985 Mdantsane Stadium, East London, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 18–3–1 Pillay Duiker PTS 10 21 Sep 1985 Rand Stadium, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won Transvaal light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 17–3–1 Nqaba Govuza TKO 3 (8) 18 May 1985 Mdantsane Stadium, East London, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 16–3–1 Gilbert Makenete PTS 6 1 Nov 1984 Milner Park Showgrounds, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 15–3–1 Thamsanqa Sogcwe PTS 8 29 Sep 1984 Centenary Hall, Port Elizabeth, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 14–3–1 Jacob Mazibuko PTS 6 29 Jun 1984 Vaal Showgrounds Hall, Vereeniging, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 13–3–1 Juan Alberto Ivalo UD 10 25 May 1984 Kwa Thema Civic Centre, Springs, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 12–3–1 Solomon Manotsi TKO 4 (8) 30 Mar 1984 Mphatlalatsane Amphitheatre, Sebokeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 11–3–1 Michael Mogopudi RTD 2 (8) 2 Mar 1984 Kwa Thema Civic Centre, Springs, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Loss 10–3–1 Mveleli Luzipho UD 12 14 Oct 1983 Orlando Stadium, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 10–2–1 José Antonio Badilla TKO 9 (10) 19 Aug 1983 Uncle Toms Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 9–2–1 Martin Nkokoto KO 3 (12) 13 May 1983 Diepkloof Community Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 8–2–1 Mveleli Luzipho TKO 11 (12) 26 Feb 1983 Mdantsane Stadium, East London, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won South African light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 7–2–1 Kirk Morris TKO 7 (10) 28 Jan 1983 Diepkloof Community Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained Transvaal light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 6–2–1 Dexter Dlamini TKO 3 (6) 4 Sep 1982 Mphatlalatsane Amphitheatre, Sebokeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 5–2–1 Simon Moema TKO 5 (10) 9 Jul 1982 Mphatlalatsane Amphitheatre, Sebokeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won inaugural Transvaal light-flyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 4–2–1 Michael Mogopudi TKO 5 (6) 14 May 1982 Diepkloof Community Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Template:DrawDraw 3–2–1 Michael Mogopudi PTS 6 16 Apr 1982 Mphatlalatsane Amphitheatre, Sebokeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 3–2 Albert Moloto PTS 4 5 Mar 1982 Mphatlalatsane Amphitheatre, Sebokeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 2–2 Hansie Kruger TKO 3 (6) 30 Oct 1981 Diepkloof Community Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Loss 1–2 Michael Mogopudi PTS 4 27 Jun 1981 Mphatlalatsane Amphitheatre, Sebokeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Loss 1–1 Kirk Morris PTS 4 5 Jun 1981 Diepkloof Community Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Fraser Plaatjies PTS 4 2 Feb 1980 Centenary Hall, Port Elizabeth, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Trivia

At a height of 1.47 meters, or 4-foot-10, Matlala was the shortest boxing world champion ever. With a total of 68 fights (53 wins and 2 draws), he ended his career with 4 world championships. He presented his WBU belt to Nelson Mandela after his fight to Juan Herrera.[3]

See also

References

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  1. ↑ (7 December 2013). Baby Jake Matlala dies. sport24.co. Retrieved 7 December 2013.
  2. ↑ Motumi, Mpiletso (13 December 2013). Boxing giant Baby Jake laid to rest. iol.co. Retrieved 14 December 2013.
  3. ↑ Morgan, Brad 'Baby Jake': small boxer, big heart Template:Webarchive. southafrica.info. Retrieved 7 December 2013.
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