Luis Ramon Campas

Luis Ramon Campas

"Yory Boy"

  • Age: 54 yrs
  • Nationality: Mexico Mexico flag
  • Born: 6th August 1971
  • Place of birth: Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico Mexico flag
  • Residence: Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico Mexico flag
  • Division: Super-welterweight
  • Height: 5ft 8"
  • Reach: 68.1"
  • Reach Ratio: 1.01
  • Stance: Orthodox
  • Debut: 11th Jul 1987
  • Status: Retired Professional Boxer
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Luis Ramon Campas Boxing Statistics

Super-welterweight
Division
36 yrs
Career
Mexico
Nationality
Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico
Residence

Luis Ramon Campas Biography

Luis Ramón "Yori Boy" Campas Medina, born on August 6, 1971, in Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, is a former professional boxer who competed from 1987 to 2019. He held the IBF light middleweight title from 1997 to 1998.

Campas began his professional career at the age of fifteen, winning his first thirteen fights by knockout. He built a record of 56-0 with 50 knockouts before challenging Félix Trinidad for the IBF welterweight title in 1994, losing by a fourth-round technical knockout.

After a second unsuccessful world title attempt against José Luis Lopez in 1996, Campas moved up to the light middleweight division. He captured the IBF light middleweight title by knocking out Raul Marquez in 1997 and defended it three times before losing to Fernando Vargas in 1998.

Throughout his career, Campas faced notable opponents such as Oba Carr, Tony Ayala, Daniel Santos, and Oscar De La Hoya. His 2006 fight against John Duddy was a candidate for the Fight of the Year.

On March 30, 2012, Campas achieved his 100th career win by knocking out Mauro Lucero in the second round. He continued fighting until July 29, 2023, when he retired at the age of 51 after knocking out Juan Carlos Parra Rodriguez in the 8th round. Campas finished his career with a record of 108 wins, 17 losses, and 3 draws.

Frequently Asked Questions About Luis Ramon Campas

What division does Luis Ramon Campas fight in?

Luis Ramon Campas competed in the Super-welterweight division (154 lbs (69.9 kg)) throughout a professional boxing career before retiring from the sport. This division has featured legendary fighters including Sugar Ray Leonard, Thomas Hearns, Terry Norris and Jermain Taylor.

Where is Luis Ramon Campas from?

Luis Ramon Campas is originally from Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico and represented Mexico throughout a professional boxing career.

How old is Luis Ramon Campas?

Luis Ramon Campas is 54 yrs old, born on 6th August 1971, and retired from professional boxing on 29th Jul 2023.

What boxing stance does Luis Ramon Campas fight out of?

Luis Ramon Campas boxed out of the Orthodox stance and is 5ft 8in tall.

When did Luis Ramon Campas begin their professional boxing career?

Luis Ramon Campas turned professional on 11th Jul 1987, and competed for 36 yrs in the Super-welterweight division.

When did Luis Ramon Campas retire from boxing?

Luis Ramon Campas retired from professional boxing on 29th Jul 2023, concluding a career of 36 yrs of competition in the Super-welterweight division.

Historical Fight Reports

Oscar De La Hoya vs Luis Ramon Campas

May 3, 2003

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