Miguel Berchelt
"El Alacran"
Division: lightweight
Nationality: Mexico
Hometown: Merida, Yucatán, Mexico
Birth Date: 1991-11-17
Height: 5.7 cm
Reach: 71 cm
Stance: orthodox
Professional Record
40
Wins
(36 by KO)3
Losses
(3 by KO)0
Draws
43
Total Fights
Biography
Miguel Ángel Berchelt Cervera, nicknamed "El Alacrán" or "The Scorpion," is a Mexican professional boxer who previously held the WBC super featherweight title from 2017 to 2021. Born on November 17, 1991, in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico, Berchelt stands at 5’7 inches In his amateur years, Berchelt initially tried out for his childhood football club, Pumas UNAM, at the age of 16, but his attempt was unsuccessful. Subsequently, he transitioned to boxing and became a three-time Mexican National Boxing Champion in the Elite category. Despite his success at the national level, Berchelt did not represent Mexico internationally in boxing because Óscar Valdez held the top rank in the featherweight division, preventing them from competing against each other as amateurs.
Beginning his professional journey at the age of 18, Berchelt relocated from Cancún to Mérida. He made his professional debut on his 19th birthday, securing a victory over Armin Chan via technical knockout in the 2nd round. During his early career, Berchelt lived in a single room situated above a gym, sharing the space with six other boxers, showcasing his determination and commitment to his craft.
Technical Overview
Berchelt's commanding presence in the ring is a testament to his mental resilience and unwavering confidence. His adept control over the fight compels opponents backward with the mere force of his jab, showcasing an iron will and an unwavering determination to dominate. Grounded firmly with calculated footwork, Berchelt strategically plants himself to unleash combinations that not only maximize power but also ensure his defensive fortitude, preventing any vulnerability from being knocked down. His meticulous use of the jab serves as both a range-finding tool and a setup for relentless combinations, emblematic of his strategic prowess in the ring.
What truly sets Berchelt apart is his patient approach, meticulously biding his time to create openings for explosive overhand shots and hooks. These impactful strikes mirror the relentless force of a World War I machine gun in trench warfare, illustrating Berchelt's pursuit of a decisive stoppage. Seamlessly transitioning from methodical strategy to explosive offense, Berchelt's formidable skill set and strategic brilliance make him a force to be reckoned with, signifying his capability to dominate the ring with a blend of calculated precision and relentless aggression.
Fight History
07/27/24 vs. Jeremy Triana, W-TKO, 3/10
10/14/23 vs. Diego Alberto Ruiz, W-RTD, 2/10
03/26/22 vs. Jeremia Nakathila, L-RTD, 6/10
02/20/21 vs. Oscar Valdez, L-KO, 10/12
06/27/20 vs. Eleazar Valenzuela, W-TKO, 6/10
11/02/19 vs. Jason Sosa, W-KO, 4/12
05/11/19 vs. Francisco Vargas, W-RTD, 6/12
11/03/18 vs. Miguel Roman, W-TKO, 9/12
06/23/18 vs. Jonathan Victor Barros, W-TKO, 3/12
02/10/18 vs. Maxwell Awuku, W-TKO, 3/12
07/15/17 vs. Takashi Miura, W-UD, 12/12
01/28/17 vs. Francisco Vargas, W-KO, 11/12
07/16/16 vs. Suriya Tatakhun, W-KO, 4/12
03/12/16 vs. George Jupp, W-TKO, 6/12
12/19/15 vs. Rolando Giono, W-TKO, 3/10
09/26/15 vs. Josue Bendana, W-TKO, 5/10
06/20/15 vs. Sergio Puente, W-RTD, 5/10
03/28/15 vs. Rene Gonzalez, W-RTD, 5/12
10/11/14 vs. Antonio Escalante, W-TKO, 3/10
07/05/14 vs. Carlos Manuel Reyes, W-KO, 4/10
05/31/14 vs. Armando Mariscal, W-KO, 3/10
03/15/14 vs. Luis Eduardo Florez, L-TKO, 1/10
11/02/13 vs. Omar Estrella, W-KO, 5/10
08/31/13 vs. Cristobal Cruz, W-TKO, 5/10
06/22/13 vs. Weng Haya, W-TKO, 2/10
03/30/13 vs. Carlos Claudio, W-TKO, 1/8
11/09/12 vs. Oliver Flores, W-KO, 2/10
09/07/12 vs. Berman Sanchez, W-TKO, 2/10
07/06/12 vs. Sergio Lopez Garcia, W-TKO, 1/10
05/19/12 vs. Carlos Alberto Orozco, W-UD, 6/6
03/31/12 vs. Alberto Chuc Uicab, W-TKO, 1/8
12/17/11 vs. Fernando Cruz, W-KO, 3/8
11/26/11 vs. Cristian Palafox, W-UD, 6/6
10/29/11 vs. Pablo Batres, W-TKO, 5/6
09/10/11 vs. Miguel Angel Chi, W-DQ, 5/6
08/20/11 vs. Israel Barron, W-TKO, 2/6
07/16/11 vs. Ricardo Hernandez, W-TKO, 2/6
06/11/11 vs. Freddy Hernandez, W-TKO, 2/6
04/02/11 vs. Alfredo De los Santos, W-TKO, 3/6
02/02/11 vs. Aaron Lopez Mejia, W-TKO, 1/4
12/18/10 vs. Jonathan Quime Matos, W-TKO, 3/4
11/27/10 vs. Eduardo Arevalo, W-TKO, 1/4
11/17/10 vs. Armin Chan, W-TKO, 2/4
