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Israel Vázquez inducted into Boxing Hall of Fame by end of 2025?
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Israel Vázquez•Mexico•Mauricio Sulaimán•World Boxing Council•Vázquez•El Magnifico•Rafael Márquez•Jhonny González•Freddie Roach
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Three-Time World Champion 'El Magnifico' Israel Vázquez Dies at 46 Following Cancer Battle
Dec 3, 2024, 04:10 PM
Israel Vázquez, a three-time super bantamweight world boxing champion from Mexico, has died at age 46 in Mexico after a battle with sarcoma, a form of cancer. Mauricio Sulaimán, president of the World Boxing Council, confirmed his passing on December 3, 2024. Vázquez, known as 'El Magnifico,' rose to prominence in the early 2000s and was best known for his legendary four-fight rivalry with compatriot Rafael Márquez. He also delivered a remarkable comeback knockout against Jhonny González and had memorable bouts with Óscar 'Chololo' Larios. Vázquez trained under renowned coach Freddie Roach during his career. His contributions to boxing and his fighting spirit have left a lasting legacy in the sport.
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