Oscar Valdez
Division: featherweight
Nationality: Mexico
Hometown: Nogales, Sonora, Mexico
Birth Date: 1990-12-22
Height: 5.5 cm
Reach: 66 cm
Stance: orthodox
Professional Record
32
Wins
(24 by KO)2
Losses
(0 by KO)0
Draws
34
Total Fights
Biography
Oscar Valdez, born on December 22, 1990, in Mexico, is 5’5” with a reach of 66 inches. Valdez began his professional boxing career in 2012 after representing Mexico in the Olympics twice, first in 2008 and again in 2012. His approach wears down opponents over time, as seen in In 2021, Valdez achieved one of his most memorable victories when he defeated Miguel Berchelt for the WBC super featherweight title. However, he faced a loss to Shakur Stevenson in 2022, losing his WBC and WBO super featherweight unification bout.
Technical Overview
Oscar Valdez is the epitome of a toe-to-toe Mexican fighter, rooted in machismo and physicality. His relentless, high-pressure approach involves attacking from all angles, frequently going upstairs to the head before dropping devastating combinations to the body. Valdez has a knack for exploiting openings in his opponent’s guard, delivering guard-busting combinations that test even the most durable fighters.
However, his aggressive style can sometimes lead him into dangerous exchanges, leaving him vulnerable to counters. This risk-taking mindset reflects his machismo - the willingness to endure punishment for the chance to deliver an even greater blow. His fights often become wars of attrition, where both fighters trade heavy shots, testing each other’s endurance and willpower.
Valdez’s timing and accuracy are standout features, particularly his ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes with sharp counters. His defense, while not flawless, is supported by a solid chin and his skill in rolling with punches to mitigate their impact. His dedication to fundamental boxing principles is further enhanced by his association with Canelo Alvarez and the Reynoso team, where he trains alongside elite fighters. Valdez takes pride in hard work, eschewing luck as "for the mediocre," as his stablemate Canelo Alvarez famously said. Valdez thrives on the physicality of boxing, using his exceptional conditioning to outlast opponents in grueling battles. His style reflects the spirit of Mexican boxing legends.
Fight History
12/07/24 vs. Emanuel Navarrete, W-KO, 6/12
03/29/24 vs. Liam Wilson, W-TKO, 7/12
08/12/23 vs. Emanuel Navarrete, L-UD, 12/12
05/20/23 vs. Adam Lopez, W-UD, 10/10
04/30/22 vs. Shakur Stevenson, L-UD, 12/12
09/10/21 vs. Robson Conceicao, W-UD, 12/12
02/20/21 vs. Miguel Berchelt, W-KO, 10/12
07/21/20 vs. Jayson Velez, W-TKO, 10/10
11/30/19 vs. Adam Lopez, W-TKO, 7/10
06/08/19 vs. Jason Sanchez, W-UD, 12/12
02/02/19 vs. Carmine Tommasone, W-KO, 7/12
03/10/18 vs. Scott Quigg, W-UD, 12/12
09/22/17 vs. Genesis Servania, W-UD, 12/12
04/22/17 vs. Miguel Marriaga, W-UD, 12/12
11/05/16 vs. Hiroshige Osawa, W-TKO, 7/12
07/23/16 vs. Matias Carlos Adrian Rueda, W-TKO, 2/12
04/09/16 vs. Evgeny Gradovich, W-TKO, 4/10
12/12/15 vs. Ernie Sanchez, W-TKO, 3/10
09/11/15 vs. Chris Avalos, W-TKO, 5/10
06/27/15 vs. Ruben Tamayo, W-UD, 10/10
04/11/15 vs. Jose Luis Ramirez, W-KO, 3/8
12/20/14 vs. Jean Javier Sotelo, W-RTD, 4/8
11/15/14 vs. Alberto Garza, W-TKO, 7/8
07/26/14 vs. Juan Ruiz, W-UD, 8/8
05/17/14 vs. Noel Echevarria, W-RTD, 6/8
04/12/14 vs. Adrian Perez, W-KO, 4/8
03/01/14 vs. Samuel Sanchez, W-TKO, 3/6
12/21/13 vs. Cristian Barajas, W-TKO, 1/6
11/09/13 vs. Jesus Lule, W-TKO, 5/6
09/28/13 vs. Jose Morales, W-TKO, 3/6
06/15/13 vs. Gil Garcia, W-TKO, 2/6
05/11/13 vs. Rocco Espinoza, W-TKO, 1/6
03/16/13 vs. Carlos Gonzalez, W-TKO, 4/6
12/07/12 vs. Corben Page, W-TKO, 2/6
11/03/12 vs. Angel Prado, W-TKO, 2/6
