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Joan Guzmán (born May 1, 1976) is a Dominican former professional boxer who competed from 1997 to 2014. He held world championships in two weight classes, including the WBO super bantamweight title from 2002 to 2005, and the WBO junior lightweight title from 2006 to 2008.

Amateur career

Having started boxing at nine, Guzman won 310 out of 320 bouts as an amateur. Included in these victories was a gold medal winning bout at the 1995 Pan American Games. He also competed in the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia where he lost to future record setting world champion Omar Andrés Narváez from Argentine.[1]

Professional career

Guzmán began his professional career in the United States. His debut fight, on September 23, 1997, was held in Phoenix, Arizona. There, he knocked out Juan Miguel Rivera in two rounds. After another second-round knockout win (this time at the Madison Square Garden in New York City), he returned to the Dominican Republic.

He took off two years from boxing, then he came back for his first fight in his homeland. On March 11, 1999, he outpointed Orlando Mateo over eight rounds at Santo Domingo. He fought six more times before being given a title try for the Dominican featherweight title.

During his two-year lay-off, he dropped off in weight, from the featherweight division to the super bantamweight division.

On October 25, 1999, he knocked out Francisco de Leon in round eleven to win the national title. He retained the title once, with a two-round knockout of Santiago Matos. He later knocked out Hector Julio Avila in the second round on August 9, 2001, for the vacant NABO regional super bantamweight title.

Another win was especially significant, since it was for the WBO's Latino title, as well as for the WBO's vacant intercontinental title and for Guzman's NABO title. Guzman added those two new regional championships and retained the one he already owned, by beating Edel Ruiz by decision, in a fight held in Tacoma, Washington on September 29, 2001.

World championships

Guzmán became ranked number one in the super bantamweight division of the WBO. The WBO's world super bantamweight champion, Agapito Sanchez, travelled to Cardiff, Wales, to defend his title against Guzmán, but was diagnosed with a detached retina during a required medical check-up days before the fight and was then removed of the title. Sánchez temporarily retired from boxing and Guzmán found himself fighting Fabio Oliva for the vacant WBO's world super bantamweight title on August 17, 2002. Guzmán won the championship with a 3rd-round knockout win. Sánchez returned to boxing and at last fought Guzmán on February 26, 2004, in San Diego, California. Guzmán retained the title, knocking out the former world champion in seven rounds. He later defended that title, defeating previously unbeaten Fernando Beltrán by unanimous decision on April 22, 2005. Following his impressive victory, Guzmán moved to the super featherweight division.

At the weigh-in before his scheduled fight for the WBO super featherweight title on September 16, 2006, the title holder, Jorge Rodrigo Barrios, was overweight was eventually stripped of the WBO super featherweight title. Guzman then won the fight and the title by split decision. Guzman then defended his new title with wins over contender Antonio Davis on December 18, 2006, and future two division champion Humberto Soto on November 17, 2007, both by unanimous decision.[2]

Move to lightweight

In May 2008, Guzman elected to vacate his WBO super featherweight title in order to continue his career in the lightweight division.[3] He was supposed to fight for Nate Campbell's unified WBA super, WBO and IBF titles, on September 13, 2008. Disappointingly, he came in 3½ pounds over the 135 lb. limit.[4] Thus, the fight was cancelled and Guzman was rushed to a hospital after experiencing dehydration and coughing blood.[5] A dismayed Campbell who went through such trouble to fight him, branded Guzman's pull-out as an unprofessional gesture.[6] With regards to his failure, Guzman issued an apology to his fans, people surrounding the scheduled bout, and to Campbell in particular.[7]

On December 20, 2008, Guzman took on Ameth Diaz for the WBA lightweight title eliminator. Unlike his bout with Campbell, Guzman successfully made the weight limit.[8] Guzman won his first-ever match as a lightweight by unanimous decision.

In an attempt to win a world title at a third weight division, Guzman challenged well regarded Ali Funeka on November 28, 2009, for the vacant IBF lightweight title. Unfortunately for both fighters, the bout resulted in a majority draw which most believed Funeka won by a wide margin.

Guzman and Funeka fought again on March 27, 2010, for the same championship. This time however, only Funeka had a chance to win the title as Guzman was 9 pounds above the lightweight limit. Nevertheless, the bout went on as scheduled. There, Guzman managed to score a knockdown as well as scoring enough points to win by split decision, leaving the belt vacant.

Light welterweight

Guzman's well documented struggles to make the 135 lb lightweight limit prompted him to move to junior welterweight. His first bout at 140 lbs against Jason Davis took place on the undercard of Amir Khan vs. Marcos Maidana on December 11 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The bout was ended by TKO in just the second round in the favour of Guzman, although he notably failed to make the weight for the second consecutive bout, coming in at 144.5 lbs

Positive testing drug controversy

In the post-fight drug test after the bout against Davis, however, Guzman tested positive for Furosemide, a diuretic banned by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and the same kind used by Ali Funeka who was suspended for nine months after the rematch with Guzman.[9] As a penalty, Guzman was suspended from boxing for eight months and his latest victory was turned into a no-contest.[10] After complying with an eight-month suspension for, admittedly, having used a diuretic in an attempt to make weight for his fight against Jason Davis in December, 2010; Joan Guzman returned to the ring at 140 lbs. (Super lightweight) in his homeland, Dominican Republic, against Colombian Florencio Castellano in January 2012. Guzman knocked out Castellano in the first round, roughly 2:59 minutes into it. It was his first fight under the roster of Acquinity Sports (now Iron Mike Productions), a Florida-based promotion company, which has bet on the athlete's talent; and his first knock-out in at least ten fights(Excluding Davis's turned no-contest). On March 2, 2012, Guzman faced Puerto Rican Jesus Pabón. The fight was presented as the main event at ESPN2's Friday Night Fights. The event was named 'D-Day Dominican Domination' and featured several Dominican boxers, including Ed 'The Lion' Paredes and Juan Carlos Payano. Guzman came in for the first official weigh-in a quarter-pound heavier than the mandatory 140 lbs., needing two more attempts to finally make weight. However, Joan seemed pretty strong at 140. He knocked down Pabon in the very first round with a left hook; followed by consecutive knock-downs in the second and third rounds. Although Joan dominated all rounds, critics complained about his lack of 'killer instinct' and his showboating, which they say the ex-titlist might have used to hide the fact that he had grown physically tired. Pabon, even though he won no rounds, showed some guts in rounds five and six, landing a few good punches. In round eight, Joan came out strong again, and both boxers exchanged some punches. Pabon, the weaker of the two, was caught with a left hook that dropped him for good. Joan Guzman remained undefeated in 35 professional bouts. His record then stood at 33-0-1 and one No-contest (20 ko).

Unbeaten streak ends

On November 30, 2012, Guzman challenged Khabib Allakhverdiev for the IBO and vacant WBA super lightweight championship. The bout ended in the 8th round as Guzman hurt his knee which resulted from an accidental foul. The verdict was a technical decision in favor of Allakhverdiev. Guzman was knocked down in the third round, the result of a left; and blood readily flowing from the boxer's nose in the fifth set the momentum for the loss. The Sycuan Warrior did not show his trademark elusive style until it was practically too late in the fight. Only in rounds 6 and 7 did Guzman employ the kind of fighting technique that had kept him undefeated during his career. He circled, jabbed, and effectively counter-punched the Russian, evidently frustrating him. But, when in the 8th, he tripped and hurt his leg in the fall, Khabib responded with everything he had, setting the impression that he was the dominant fighter. Guzman could not go on due to the leg injury and the referee stopped the fight due to 'accidental foul', which led to the score cards deciding the winner. Two judges declared Khabib the better man on the ring. Talks of a rematch immediately ensued.[11]

Boxing Style

Guzman often used quickness and ability to move around the ring, avoiding direct exchanges and frustrating opponents with his elusive footwork. He used effective defense, including the shoulder roll, and his speed to evade attacks and then fire back with counter punches.[12]

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
37 Win 34–1–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Kevin Carter TKO 5 (6) Oct 31, 2014 San Jose Fiesta, Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Loss 33–1–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Khabib Allakhverdiev TD 8 (12) Nov 30, 2012 BB&T Center, Sunrise, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For IBO and vacant WBA (Regular) light welterweight titles;
Split TD: Guzmán unable to continue after a knee injuryScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 33–0–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jorge Pimentel KO 1 (10), 2:04Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 21, 2012 Hard Rock Live, Hollywood, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBA–NABA interim light welterweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 32–0–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jesus Pabon KO 8 (10), 1:23Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 2, 2012 Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa, Hollywood, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC FECARBOX light welterweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 31–0–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Florencio Castellano KO 1 (12), 2:58Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Nov 18, 2011 Renaissance Jaragua Hotel & Casino, Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant IBF Caribbean light welterweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 NC 30–0–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jason Davis KO 2 (10), 0:29Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 11, 2010 Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Originally a KO win for Guzmán, later ruled an NC after he failed a drug testScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 30–0–1 Ali Funeka SD 12 Mar 27, 2010 The Joint, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Template:DrawDraw 29–0–1 Ali Funeka MD 12 Nov 28, 2009 Colisée Pepsi, Quebec City, Quebec, CanadaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant IBF lightweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 29–0 Ammeth Diaz UD 12 Dec 20, 2008 Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto, Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBA Fedelatin lightweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 28–0 Humberto Soto UD 12 Nov 17, 2007 Borgata, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO junior lightweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 27–0 Antonio Davis UD 12 Dec 18, 2006 Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto, Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO junior lightweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Win 26–0 Jorge Rodrigo Barrios SD 12 Sep 16, 2006 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBO junior lightweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 25–0 Javier Jáuregui UD 10 May 6, 2006 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Win 24–0 Terdsak Kokietgym UD 12 Aug 26, 2005 Westchester County Center, White Plains, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 23–0 Fernando Beltrán Jr. UD 12 Apr 22, 2005 Dodge Arena, Hidalgo, Texas, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO super bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 22–0 Joe Morales UD 10 Nov 6, 2004 Glendale Arena, Glendale, Arizona, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 21–0 Agapito Sánchez TKO 7 (12), 1:05Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 26, 2004 Sports Arena, San Diego, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO super bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 20–0 Alfaro Gonzalez KO 1 (8), 1:56Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 29, 2003 Magnum Eventos, Panama City, PanamaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 19–0 Jorge Monsalvo KO 1 (10) Jul 27, 2003 Club San Carlos, Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 18–0 Fabio Daniel Oliva KO 3 (12), 1:10Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 17, 2002 Cardiff Castle, Cardiff, WalesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBO super bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 17–0 Armando Guerrero UD 10 Feb 26, 2002 Sunset Station, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 16–0 Edel Ruiz UD 12 Sep 29, 2001 Emerald Queen Casino, Tacoma, Washington, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBO–NABO super bantamweight title;
Won vacant WBO Inter-Continental and WBO Latino super bantamweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 15–0 Héctor Ávila KO 2 (12) Aug 9, 2001 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won Dominican Republic and vacant WBO–NABO super bantamweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 14–0 Julio Jerez TKO 2 Mar 8, 2001 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 13–0 Aneudis Cuevas Pena TKO 1 Dec 21, 2000 La Romana, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 12–0 Dionisio Moreno KO 1 Nov 23, 2000 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 11–0 Julio Jerez KO 1 Jun 29, 2000 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 10–0 Santiago Matos TKO 2 (12) Feb 1, 2000 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained Dominican Republic featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 9–0 Francisco De Leon TKO 11 (12) Oct 25, 1999 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won Dominican Republic featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 8–0 Rafael de la Cruz KO 5 Aug 3, 1999 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 7–0 Francisco Pena TKO 1 Jul 19, 1999 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 6–0 Orlando Mateo KO 1 Jun 5, 1999 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 5–0 Pascual Polanco TKO 1 Apr 17, 1999 La Romana, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Jose Luis Sulbaran PTS 6 Mar 29, 1999 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 Orlando Mateo PTS 8 Mar 11, 1999 Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Henry Bowden KO 2 (4), 2:51Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 19, 1997 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Juan Miguel Rivera TKO 2 (4), 1:29Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sep 23, 1997 Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Post-boxing

Guzman is currently serving as a trainer to newcomer boxer named Mikkel LesPierre.[13]

References

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  1. ↑ Boxing In Argentina: Narvaez Retains WBO Title, Passes Monzon's Record
  2. ↑ Guzman Defeats Soto, Mares Stays Unbeaten With Decision Over Marchiano>
  3. ↑ ESPN – Guzman gives up junior lightweight belt – Boxing
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