Erickson Lubin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Erickson Lubin |
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| Real name | Erickson Lubin |
| Nickname(s) | The Hammer |
| Rated at | Light middleweight |
| Height | 5 ft 9+1/2 in |
| Reach | 74+1/2 in |
| Born | October 1, 1995 Orlando, Florida, U.S. |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 28 |
| Wins | 26 |
| Wins by KO | 18 |
| Losses | 2 |
Erickson Lubin (born October 1, 1995) is an American professional boxer. He is known by his nickname, "The Hammer." In 2017, he fought for the WBC super welterweight boxing title. As of January 2022, experts like The Ring magazine ranked him as one of the top super welterweight boxers in the world.
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Erickson Lubin's Early Life and Amateur Career
Erickson Lubin was born in Orlando, Florida. His parents are from Haiti. Growing up, he looked up to famous boxers like Oscar De La Hoya.
Amateur Boxing Achievements
Lubin was a very successful amateur boxer. In 2013, he won the Golden Gloves championship as a welterweight boxer. He had an impressive amateur record of 143 wins and only 7 losses. Many people thought he would try out for the 2016 Olympics. However, he decided to become a professional boxer instead.
Erickson Lubin's Professional Boxing Journey
Erickson Lubin started his professional boxing career in November 2013. He quickly gained attention with many wins.
Fighting Jorge Cota
After 17 wins, Lubin faced Jorge Cota in March 2017. This fight was important because the winner would get to challenge for the WBC super welterweight title. Lubin won the fight in the fourth round by technical knockout (TKO). This meant the referee stopped the fight because Cota could not continue safely. With this win, Lubin earned the right to challenge Jermell Charlo for the title.
Challenging Jermell Charlo for the Title
On October 14, 2017, Lubin fought Jermell Charlo for the WBC super welterweight title. The fight took place in Brooklyn, New York. This event was a big night for boxing, with three super welterweight title fights happening. Charlo won the fight quickly, knocking Lubin out in the first round.
Bouncing Back After the Loss
After his loss to Charlo, Lubin worked hard to get back on track. He won several fights in a row.
Lubin vs. Gallimore
On October 26, 2019, Lubin fought Nathaniel Gallimore. Lubin won the fight by a unanimous decision. This means all three judges scored the fight in his favor.
Winning the WBC Silver Title
On September 19, 2020, Lubin faced Terrell Gausha. Lubin won this fight by unanimous decision over 12 rounds. This victory earned him the vacant WBC Silver super welterweight title.
Victory Against Jeison Rosario
On June 26, 2021, Lubin had another important fight. He faced Jeison Rosario, a former world champion. Lubin won by knockout in the sixth round. This win was a final eliminator, meaning it put him in line for another world title shot.
Tough Fight Against Sebastian Fundora
On April 9, 2022, Lubin fought Sebastian Fundora for the vacant WBC interim super welterweight title. Both boxers were knocked down during the fight. Lubin was knocked down in round 2, and he knocked Fundora down in round 7. However, Lubin's face was badly damaged, and his corner stopped the fight in the ninth round. This fight was considered one of the best fights of 2022.
Recent Fight Against Jesus Ramos Jr.
On September 30, 2023, Lubin fought against the undefeated young boxer Jesus Ramos Jr. in Las Vegas. Lubin won this fight by unanimous decision after 12 rounds. He also won the vacant WBC Diamond super welterweight title.
Erickson Lubin's Professional Boxing Record
| 28 fights | 26 wins | 2 losses |
| By knockout | 18 | 2 |
| By decision | 8 | 0 |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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| 28 | Win | 26–2 | Jesus Ramos | UD | 12 | Sep 30, 2023 | T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, US | Won vacant WBC Diamond super welterweight title |
| 27 | Win | 25–2 | Luís Arias | KO | 5 (10), 2:11 | Jun 24, 2023 | Minneapolis Armory, Minneapolis, Minnesota, US | |
| 26 | Loss | 24–2 | Sebastian Fundora | RTD | 9 (12), 3:00 | Apr 9, 2022 | Virgin Hotels, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. | For vacant WBC interim super welterweight title |
| 25 | Win | 24–1 | Jeison Rosario | KO | 6 (12), 1:42 | Jun 26, 2021 | State Farm Arena, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. | Retained WBC Silver super welterweight title |
| 24 | Win | 23–1 | Terrell Gausha | UD | 12 | Sep 19, 2020 | Mohegan Sun Casino, Montville, Connecticut, U.S. | Won vacant WBC Silver super welterweight title |
| 23 | Win | 22–1 | Nathaniel Gallimore | UD | 10 | Oct 26, 2019 | Santander Arena, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 22 | Win | 21–1 | Zakaria Attou | TKO | 4 (12), 1:19 | Jun 29, 2019 | NRG Arena, Houston, Texas, U.S. | |
| 21 | Win | 20–1 | Ishe Smith | RTD | 3 (10), 3:00 | Feb 9, 2019 | Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California, U.S. | |
| 20 | Win | 19–1 | Silverio Ortiz | TKO | 4 (10) 3:00 | Apr 28, 2018 | Don Haskins Convention Center, El Paso, Texas, U.S. | |
| 19 | Loss | 18–1 | Jermell Charlo | KO | 1 (12), 2:41 | Oct 14, 2017 | Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S. | For WBC super welterweight title |
| 18 | Win | 18–0 | Jorge Cota | TKO | 4 (12), 1:25 | Mar 4, 2017 | Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 17 | Win | 17–0 | Juan Ubaldo Cabrera | KO | 2 (10), 2:09 | Dec 10, 2016 | Galen Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S. | |
| 16 | Win | 16–0 | Ivan Montero | UD | 8 | Jul 16, 2016 | Legacy Arena, Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. | |
| 15 | Win | 15–0 | Daniel Sandoval | TKO | 3 (8), 2:36 | Jun 18, 2016 | UIC Pavilion, Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | |
| 14 | Win | 14–0 | Jose De Jesus Macias | UD | 10 | Jan 31, 2016 | Seminole Casino, Immokalee, Florida, U.S. | |
| 13 | Win | 13–0 | Alexis Camacho | TKO | 2 (10), 0:42 | Nov 28, 2015 | The Bomb Factory, Dallas, Texas, U.S. | |
| 12 | Win | 12–0 | Orlando Lora | TKO | 6 (10), 1:58 | Sep 18, 2015 | Full Sail University, Winter Park, Florida, U.S. | |
| 11 | Win | 11–0 | Ayi Bruce | KO | 1 (8), 2:49 | Jun 26, 2015 | Little Creek Casino Resort, Shelton, Washington, U.S. | |
| 10 | Win | 10–0 | Kenneth Council | TKO | 1 (8), 1:33 | Mar 6, 2015 | MGM Grand Marquee Ballroom, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. | |
| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Michael Finney | UD | 8 | Feb 6, 2015 | Beau Rivage, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S. | |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Norberto Gonzalez | UD | 8 | Nov 14, 2014 | Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. | Won vacant WBC FECARBOX super welterweight title |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Francisco Javier Reza | RTD | 1 (6), 3:00 | Aug 8, 2014 | Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Noe Bolanos | UD | 8 | Jul 10, 2014 | American Airlines Arena, Miami, Florida, U.S. | |
| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Jovan Ramirez | KO | 2 (4), 0:18 | Apr 18, 2014 | Convention Center, Monroeville, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Tirobio Ball | TKO | 3 (4), 2:01 | Feb 22, 2014 | Sands Event Center, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Roberto Acevedo | TKO | 1 (4), 3:00 | Feb 7, 2014 | UIC Pavilion, Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | |
| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Luis Santiago | KO | 1 (4), 1:01 | Jan 3, 2014 | Target Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. | |
| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Eric De Jesus | TKO | 1 (4), 0:35 | Nov 26, 2013 | Beau Rivage, Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S. |
