Erbito Salavarria
| Erbito C. Salavarria | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Erbito C. Salavarria |
| Rated at | Flyweight |
| Nationality |
 Filipino |
| Born |
January 20, 1946 Sta. Cruz, Manila, Philippines |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 54 |
| Wins | 40 |
| Wins by KO | 11 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Draws | 3 |
| No contests | 0 |
Erbito Salavarria is a retired professional boxer from the Philippines and a former WBC and WBA Flyweight Champion (1970–76).[1]
Biography
Salavarria made his professional debut in 1963. He captured the WBC flyweight title with a TKO win over Chartchai Chionoi in 1970. He lost the belt after being stripped following a draw against Betulio González in 1971.
In 1975, Salavarria captured the WBA flyweight title with a split decision win over Susumu Hanagata. He lost the belt in his first defense to Alfonso Lopez in 1976. He retired in 1978 after a comeback loss.
See also
References
- ↑ "Throwback Thursday: Former WBC/WBA Flyweight Champion, Erbito Salavarria (40-12-2, 11 KOs)". Mandirigmang Pinoy. 27 June 2013. Retrieved 28 October 2014.
External links
| Preceded by Chartchai Chionoi |
WBC Flyweight Champion 1970 Dec 7 – 1971 Dec 29 Stripped |
Succeeded by Betulio González |
| Preceded by Susumu Hanagata |
WBA Flyweight Champion 1975 Apr 1 – 1976 Feb 27 |
Succeeded by Alfonso Lopez |