Luisito Espinosa

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Template:Short description Script error: No such module "Distinguish". Template:Philippine name Script error: No such module "Template wrapper".Script error: No such module "Check for clobbered parameters". Luisito Pio Espinosa (born June 26, 1967) is a Filipino actor and former professional boxer who competed from 1984 to 2005. He is a world champion in two weight classes, having held the World Boxing Association (WBA) bantamweight title from 1989 to 1991 and the World Boxing Council (WBC) featherweight title from 1995 to 1999.

Professional career

Espinosa turned professional in 1984. In 1989, he won the WBA Bantamweight title by knocking out Kaokor Galaxy in the first round. He was then managed by famed boxing analyst and businessman Hermie Rivera. Espinosa defended the title twice before losing it to Israel Contreras by a fifth-round knockout in 1991.

Espinosa made an arduous climb back to the top, this time fighting under Joe Koizumi's stable. His comeback culminated in 1995, when he won the WBC Featherweight title by outpointing Manuel Medina. In his first title defense, Espinosa knocked out Alejandro "Cobrita" Gonzalez in the 4th round in Mexico. He then took on the hard-hitting body-puncher César Soto at Luneta (Rizal) Park in Manila and hammered out a well-deserved unanimous decision in front of his countrymen, which included no less than President Fidel V. Ramos. He defended the title seven times before losing the belt in 1999 to Soto who won by a controversial unanimous decision. The following year, he challenged Guty Espadas, Jr. for the Vacant WBC Featherweight Title, but was outboxed and lost a technical decision after their fight was stopped after a clash of heads.

Retirement

Espinosa retired in 2005 after a public outcry for him to stop fighting after being knocked out by Cristóbal Cruz. He spent his retirement living in the Los Angeles and San Francisco areas.

Post-boxing career

Due to some promotional and managerial disputes and divorce, Espinosa was left with little. He had to take jobs washing dishes, stocking shelves, flipping burgers and cleaning carpets in the US.[1] Espinosa, who was out of the boxing scene for quite a while, entered the mixed martial arts (MMA) scene by training brothers Nick Diaz and Nate Diaz in boxing to improve their stand-up.[2] He also assisted in the training of the University of San Francisco's Boxing team from 2006-2007 in preparation for the annual Hilltop Cup. After losing his job in the US he was invited to work in Hong Kong as a boxing trainer at the Everlast Fight and Fitness Gym and moved in November 2014.[3] On June 16, 2015, after 17 years, he won a case for prize money that was owed to him his by the promoters of his WBC featherweight title defense against Argentine Carlos Rios.[4] In 2017, he moved to the Everlast Gym as a boxing trainer in downtown Dalian city in mainland China.[5]

When he returned to the Philippines, he was added as cast of FPJ's Batang Quiapo, as Roberto.[6]

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
60 Loss 47–13 Cristóbal Cruz TKO 3 (10), 2:13Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 18, 2005 Memorial Civic Auditorium, Stockton, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
59 Loss 47–12 Carlos Navarro TKO 7 (10), 1:49Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 9, 2004 Reno Hilton Theater, Reno, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
58 Win 47–11 Marco Angel Pérez TKO 1 (10), 2:57Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 27, 2003 Oakland Arena, Oakland, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
57 Loss 46–11 Zahir Raheem TKO 8 (10), 2:02Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 11, 2002 Creek Nation Gaming Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
56 Win 45–10 Ever Beleno TKO 2 (10), 0:42Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 23, 2002 Compaq Center, San Jose, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
55 Loss 44–10 Augie Sanchez TKO 4 (10), 1:36Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 6, 2001 Texas Station Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, UsScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
54 Win 44–9 Ramon Aragon RTD 4 (8), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 20, 2000 The Palace, Auburn Hills, Michigan, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
53 Loss 43–9 Guty Espadas Jr. TD 11 (12), 2:40Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Apr 14, 2000 Polyforum Zam Ná, Merida, Yucatán, MexicoScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
52 Loss 43–8 César Soto UD 12 May 15, 1999 Equestrian Center, El Paso, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
51 Win 43–7 Kennedy McKinney TKO 2 (12), 0:47Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Nov 28, 1998 Fantasy Springs Casino, Indio, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
50 Win 42–7 Juan Carlos Ramírez TD 11 (12), 2:22Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 15, 1998 County Coliseum, El Paso, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
49 Win 41–7 Carlos Rios TKO 6 (12), 1:12Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 6, 1997 South Cotabato Stadium, Koronadal City, Cotabato del Sur, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
48 Win 40–7 Manuel Medina TD 8 (12), 1:22Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 17, 1997 Luneta Park, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
47 Win 39–7 Nobutoshi Hiranaka TKO 8 (12), 0:32Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Nov 2, 1996 Marine Messe, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, JapanScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
46 Win 38–7 César Soto UD 12 Jul 6, 1996 Luneta Park, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Win 37–7 Alejandro González TKO 4 (12), 1:12Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 1, 1996 Arena Coliseo, Guadalajara, Jalisco, MexicoScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Win 36–7 Manuel Medina UD 12 Dec 11, 1995 Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBC featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Win 35–7 Raúl Pérez TKO 1 (10), 1:56Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 9, 1995 Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Win 34–7 Tomoaki Iwasa TKO 7 Jul 30, 1995 Aichi Prefectural Gym, Nagoya, Aichi, JapanScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Win 33–7 Singnum Chuwatana TKO 8 (10) May 6, 1995 Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Win 32–7 Yong Heung-Nam TKO 2 May 14, 1994 Araneta Center, Quezon City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Loss 31–7 Alejandro González TKO 2 (12), 2:51Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 13, 1993 Arena Coliseo, Guadalajara, Jalisco, MexicoScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBC International featherweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Win 31–6 Boyet Andales TKO 3 (10), 2:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 20, 1993 Cuneta Astrodome, Pasay City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Win 30–6 Raul Mora SD 12 Feb 20, 1993 Rizal Memorial Coliseum, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Win 29–6 Evgeny Burchak UD 10 Nov 28, 1992 Rizal Memorial Coliseum, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 28–6 Thanomchit Kiatkriengkrai KO 1 (10) Sep 26, 1992 Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 28–6 Eduardo Rojas UD 10 Jul 17, 1992 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 27–6 Rudy Cabiles UD 10 Mar 14, 1992 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Loss 26–6 Israel Contreras KO 5 (12), 2:16Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 19, 1991 Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBA bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 26–5 Thanomsak Sithbaobay UD 12 Nov 29, 1990 Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, ThailandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 25–5 Jun Young-Man TKO 1 (10), Oct 12, 1990 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 24–5 Hurley Snead RTD 8 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 30, 1990 Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, ThailandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBA bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 23–5 Juan Mendoza TKO 3 (10), 2:39Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 1, 1989 Cow Palace, Daly City, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 22–5 Kaokor Galaxy KO 1 (12), 2:13Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 18, 1989 Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, ThailandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBA bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Win 21–5 Keiichi Ozaki UD 10 Aug 30, 1989 Blaisbell Center Arena, Honolulu, Hawaii, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 20–5 Park Young-Duk TKO 2 (10), 2:50Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 28, 1989 Blaisbell Center Arena, Honolulu, Hawaii, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Win 19–5 Pedro Rodriguez TKO 4 (10), 1:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Apr 28, 1989 Blaisbell Center Arena, Honolulu, Hawaii, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 18–5 Somboonyod Singsamang TKO 1 (10), 2:16Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 18, 1989 Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Loss 17–5 Min Young-Chun SD 10 Dec 4, 1988 Gwangju Gymnasium, Gwangju, South KoreaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 17–4 Mauro Diaz KO 2 (12), 0:38Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 23, 1988 Concourse Exhibit Hall, San Francisco, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won USA California State bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 16–4 Ron Cisneros UD 10 May 20, 1988 Concourse Exhibit Hall, San Francisco, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Loss 15–4 Juan José Estrada TKO 10 (12) Mar 14, 1988 Tijuana, Baja California, MexicoScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBC International bantamweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 15–3 Loremor Pontino KO 3 (10), 1:44Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sep 27, 1987 Tagum City, Davao del Norte, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 14–3 Dadoy Andujar UD 10 Sep 5, 1987 Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 13–3 Roger Pilapil TKO 4 (10), 2:01Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 16, 1987 Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 12–3 Ruben De La Cruz KO 9 Feb 7, 1987 Davao City, Davao del Sur, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 11–3 Lee Bong-Ho UD 10 Nov 8, 1986 Manila Midtown Ramada Hotel, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 10–3 Ari Blanca PTS 10 Jun 25, 1986 Elorde Sports Center, Paranaque City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 9–3 Robinson Cabusao PTS 8 Mar 22, 1986 Quezon, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Loss 8–3 Dadoy Andujar SD 10 Feb 2, 1986 General Santos City, Cotabato del Sur, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Loss 8–2 Jun Resma PTS 10 Dec 6, 1985 Parañaque City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 8–1 Romy Navarrete PTS 10 Jul 19, 1985 University of Life Training & Recreational Arena (ULTRA), Pasig City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 7–1 Roger Pilapil UD 10 May 29, 1985 Elorde Sports Center, Paranaque City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 6–1 Romy Austria PTS 10 Mar 22, 1985 Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 5–1 Titong Dignos PTS 6 Nov 16, 1984 Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 4–1 Danny Duran TKO 2 (6) Sep 22, 1984 Pasay City Sports Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 3–1 Manuel Corpus KO 3 (6), Sep 15, 1984 Pasay City Sports Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Loss 2–1 Ariel Samson PTS 6 Aug 17, 1984 Tayuman, Manila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Ric Santiago PTS 4 Jul 29, 1984 Pasay City Sports Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Vladimer Raffy PTS 4 May 25, 1984 San Pedro, Laguna, PhilippinesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Awards and recognition

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Ref(s):
1997 Bagsik ng Kamao David [7]

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Television

Year Title Role Notes Ref(s):
2023–2024 Batang Quiapo Roberto Supporting cast [8]

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See also

References

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External links

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Preceded byTemplate:S-bef/checkTemplate:Succession box/check WBC featherweight champion
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