Michael Medina

Michael Medina Franco (born July 9, 1986, in Modesto, California, United States) is an American professional boxer. Medina was the Inaugural WBC FECOMBOX and current NABF Light Middleweight Champion.[1]

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Medina and the second or maternal family name is Franco.
Michael Medina
Statistics
Real nameMichael Medina Franco
Nickname(s)El Magnifico
Weight(s)Middleweight
Light Middleweight
Height6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Reach74 in (189 cm)
Born (1986-07-09) July 9, 1986
Modesto, California, United States
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights33
Wins26
Wins by KO19
Losses5
Draws2
No contests0

Professional career

On March 13, 2010, Medina lost a controversial split decision to the veteran John Duddy in Cowboys Stadium.[2]

In December 2012, Medina beat the veteran Grady Brewer to win the NABF Light Middleweight Championship.[3] This bout was televised by ESPN as a main event for Friday Night Fights.[4]

References
  1. http://www.notifight.com/artman2/publish/Resultado_2/Medina_desbarato_a_Flores_en_Chiapas.php
  2. Christ, Scott (13 March 2010). "John Duddy beats Michael Medina by split decision". Bad Left Hook.
  3. http://www.boxingscene.com/michael-medina-tops-grady-brewer-oklahoma-city--47700
  4. http://www.boxingscene.com/grady-brewer-face-michael-medina-12-22-ok-city--46710
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