Oscar Valdez
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| Full Name | Oscar Rafael Valdez Fierro Jr |
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| Date of Birth | 22 December, 1990 (34) |
| Gender | male |
| Nationality |  Mexican |
| Place of Birth | Nogales, Sonora, Mexico |
| Residence | Nogales, Sonora, Mexico |
| Stance | orthodox |
| Height | 5′5½″ ft in (166 cm) |
| Reach | 66 in (168 cm) |
| Years Active | 2012- |
| Pro Debut | 3 November, 2012 |
Overview
Oscar Valdez is a leading super-featherweight who holds the WBO Interim super-featherweight championship. Born on December 22, 1990, Valdez represented Mexico in the 2012 London Olympics, reaching the quarter-final of the tournament, losing 19-13 to Ireland’s John Joe Nevin. Since turning professional, the Sonora native has won world titles in two weight classes. In 2016, he won the vacant WBO featherweight title by knockout; in 2021, he won the WBC super-featherweight title by knockout.
Professional career
Oscar Valdez turned professional in 2012 after his Olympic campaign. His unbeaten run included wins over Chris Avalos and former world champion Evgeny Gradovich. On July 23, 2016, he knocked out Matias Rueda in round two to win the WBO featherweight title. Valdez made six successful defences, including a win over Scott Quigg, before relinquishing the belt in 2019 to begin a campaign at super-featherweight.
Valdez knocked out Miguel Berchelt in February 2021 to win the WBC super-featherweight title. He made one defence, winning a 12-round points decision over Robson Conceicao, before losing the belt to Shakur Stevenson in April 2022.
In August 2023, Valdez lost a decision to Emanuel Navarrete for his fellow Mexican’s WBO super-featherweight title. Oscar defeated Liam Wilson in March 2024 to win the vacant WBO Interim super-featherweight title. Valdez is promoted by Bob Arum’s Top Rank.
Trainers
Eddy Reynoso
Oscar Valdez hooked up with Eddy Reynoso in August 2018. Reynoso, who also trains Canelo Alvarez, stated that he aimed to turn Valdez into a complete all-round fighter, with an emphasis on defence. Valdez had suffered a badly broken jaw in his most recent outing against Scott Quigg.
Manny Robles
Valdez trained with Manny Robles until August 2018, when he departed on good terms.
FAQs
What is the age of Oscar Valdez?
Oscar Valdez was born on 22 December 1990, and is currently 33 years old.
What is the height of Oscar Valdez?
Oscar Valdez is 5 foot 5½ (166cm) inches tall.
In what country was Oscar Valdez born?
Oscar Valdez was born in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico.
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Professional career
| Wins | 32 |
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| Losses | 3 |
| Draws | 0 |
| no contests | 0 |
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| Total Fights | 35 |
| Wins By ko | 24 |
| wins by decision | 8 |
| Pro Rounds | 227 |
| KO Percentage | 75 |
Division history
SFW
Super Featherweight
| Division Start | 30 November, 2019 |
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| Weight at Start | 129 lb ( kg) |
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