Francisco Quiroz


Francisco Quiroz was a Dominican professional boxer and WBA Light Flyweight champion born in Moca, Dominican Republic.

Professional career

Quiroz became a professional boxer in 1978 and captured the WBA light flyweight title with a KO win over Lupe Madera in 1984. He defended the belt once before losing to Joey Olivo in 1985. After the loss, Quiroz fought periodically in Latin America before retiring in 1990 after five consecutive losses, becoming one of the few world champions to retire with a losing record.

Death

Quiroz was killed in a nightclub brawl in 1993.