Julio Cesar Green

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Julio Cesar Green (born May 19, 1967 in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic), was a professional boxer in the Middleweight (160lb) division.

Green, turned pro in 1990 and in 1995 landed a shot at the Vacant WBA Light Middleweight Title against Carl Daniels. Green lost a decision, but in 1997 got a shot at WBA Middleweight Title holder William Joppy. Green upset Joppy via decision, but lost the title in a rematch against Joppy in his next fight. In 1999, Green got a shot at the interim WBA Middleweight Title against Darren Obah and won via TKO. He again lost to Joppy for the belt. In 2002 he got his last shot at a title, losing via 4th round TKO against WBA Super Middleweight Title holder Byron Mitchell. Green retired in 2004.