Santiago Samaniego
| Santiago Ryce Samaniego | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Santiago Ryce Samaniego |
| Nickname(s) | El Herrero |
| Rated at | Light Middleweight |
| Nationality |
 Panama |
| Born |
January 25, 1974 Panama City, Panama |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 51 |
| Wins | 37 |
| Wins by KO | 30 |
| Losses | 13 |
| Draws | 1 |
Santiago Ryce Samaniego (born January 25, 1974 in Panama City, Panama) is a professional boxer in the super welterweight (154 lb) division.
Background
Samaniego is a first cousin of Roberto Durán.
Professional career
Nicknamed "El Herrero", Samaniego turned pro in 1993, and in 1997 took on undefeated Mihai Leu for the Vacant WBO Welterweight Title, but lost a decision. In 2002 he faced Mamadou Thiam for the interim WBA Light Middleweight Title, and won in a 12th round stoppage. In 2003, he was TKO'd by Alejandro García, losing the belt. Since the loss, he dropped fights to Rhoshii Wells and Sechew Powell
| Achievements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vacant Title last held by Luis Ramon Campas |
NABO Welterweight Champion June 1, 1996 - February 22, 1997 Lost bid for world title |
Vacant Title next held by Santos Cardona |
| Vacant Title last held by Ricardo Mayorga |
WBA Fedelatin Light Middleweight Champion August 18, 2001 - August 10, 2002 Won interim world title |
Vacant Title last held by Shannan Taylor |
| New title | WBA Light Middleweight Interim Champion August 10, 2002 - September 14, 2002 Promoted |
Vacant Title next held by Alejandro García |
| Preceded by Fernando Vargas as Champion |
WBA Light Middleweight Champion Regular title September 14, 2002 – March 1, 2003 |
Succeeded by Alejandro García |