Santiago Samaniego
Born
Santiago Ryce Samaniego

(1974-01-25) January 25, 1974
Panama City, Panama
NationalityPanama
Other namesEl Herrero
Statistics
Weight(s)Light Middleweight
Height1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights51
Wins37
Wins by KO30
Losses13
Draws1
No contests0

Santiago Nathaniel Ryce Samaniego (born January 25, 1974) is a Panamanian former boxer who competed from 1993 to 2007, with a comeback in 2011.

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

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