About José Medel
Lived 1938 – 2001 (aged 62). José Medel was a Mexican boxer.
José Medel (June 21, 1938 - January 31, 2001), sometimes introduced as Joe Medel, was a Mexican boxer in the Featherweight division. He was one of the most popular boxers from Mexico.
Professional career Medel was born in Mexico City, Mexico. In August 1959, he beat José Toluco López to win the Mexican Bantamweight Championship.
WBA World bantamweight title His first world title shot was in Brazil against the WBA champion Eder Jofre, Medel would go on to lose the bout.
WBC & WBA World bantamweight titles In his next title fight, Medel lost a fifteen round decision to Fighting Harada in Japan the country of the champion.
Professional boxing record
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Frequently asked questions
Who was José Medel?
Mexican boxer
When was José Medel born?
José Medel was born on 19 March 1938 in Mexico City.
When did José Medel die?
José Medel died on 31 January 2001.
What was José Medel's occupation?
José Medel was a boxer.
What nationality was José Medel?
José Medel was Mexican.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). José Medel. https://biography.guide/jose-medel/
MLA: "José Medel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jose-medel/.
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