Diego Corrales

Diego "Chico" Corrales Jr. was born on August 25, 1977, and became a prominent figure in the world of professional boxing. His career spanned from 1996 to 2007, during which he established himself as a formidable competitor in the ring.

Corrales was a multiple-time world champion, achieving titles in two weight divisions. He held the International Boxing Federation (IBF) super featherweight title from 1999 to 2000, followed by the World Boxing Organisation (WBO) super featherweight title in 2004. His prowess continued as he claimed the WBO lightweight title from 2004 to 2006, and the prestigious World Boxing Council (WBC) and Ring magazine lightweight titles from 2005 to 2006.

One of the highlights of Corrales' career came in 2005 when he was awarded Fight of the Year honors by The Ring and the Boxing Writers Association of America for his thrilling first bout against José Luis Castillo. This match is often remembered as a classic in boxing history.

Tragically, Corrales' life was cut short when he passed away on May 7, 2007. His legacy, however, continues to resonate within the boxing community, culminating in his induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2024.