Esteban de Jesús

Esteban de Jesús (August 2, 1950 May 11, 1989) was a Puerto Rican world lightweight champion boxer. De Jesús, a native of the town of Carolina, Puerto Rico, was a gymmate of Wilfred Benítez and was trained by Benitez's father, Gregorio Benitez. He was the first boxer to defeat Roberto Durán as a pro, and the only fighter to defeat Duran during his lightweight reign. His career was mired in controversy, problems, and scandals.

Esteban de Jesús
Born(1950-08-02)August 2, 1950
Carolina, Puerto Rico
DiedMay 11, 1989(1989-05-11) (aged 38)
San Juan, Puerto Rico
NationalityPuerto Rican
Other namesVita
Statistics
Weight(s)
  • Lightweight
  • Light welterweight
Height5 ft 4+12 in (164 cm)
Reach67 in (170 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights62
Wins57
Wins by KO32
Losses5
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