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Erickson Lubin (born October 1, 1995) is an American professional boxer. He is known for his powerful punches and exciting fights. In 2017, he challenged for the WBC super welterweight title. As of January 2022, he was ranked among the top super welterweight boxers in the world.

Early Life and Amateur Boxing

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.

Lubin started boxing at a young age. He had a very successful amateur career. He won the 2013 Golden Gloves championship as a welterweight. He had an impressive record of 143 wins and only 7 losses. Many expected him to compete in the 2016 Olympics, but he decided to become a professional boxer instead.

Professional Boxing Career

Erickson Lubin began his professional boxing journey in November 2013. He quickly showed his talent, winning many fights.

Lubin's Early Wins

Lubin won his first 17 professional fights. Twelve of these wins were by knockout. This showed he had strong punching power.

Lubin vs. Cota: A Big Step

On March 4, 2017, Lubin faced Jorge Cota. This fight was important because the winner would get a chance to fight for the WBC super welterweight title. Lubin knocked Cota down in the fourth round. The referee stopped the fight, giving Lubin the win. This victory made him the official challenger for Jermell Charlo's title.

Lubin vs. Charlo: Title Challenge

Lubin fought Jermell Charlo for the WBC super welterweight title on October 14, 2017. The fight took place in Brooklyn, New York. Charlo won the fight by knockout in the first round. This was Lubin's first professional loss.

Bouncing Back: A Series of Wins

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 the judges agreed he won.
• Lubin vs. Gausha: On September 19, 2020, Lubin won the vacant WBC Silver super welterweight title. He defeated Terrell Gausha by unanimous decision after 12 rounds.
• Lubin vs. Rosario: On June 26, 2021, Lubin faced Jeison Rosario. This was another important fight, a WBC final eliminator. Lubin won by knockout in the sixth round.

Lubin vs. Fundora: A Tough Fight

On April 9, 2022, Lubin fought Sebastian Fundora for an interim WBC title. It was a very exciting and tough fight. Lubin was knocked down in the second round, but he knocked Fundora down in the seventh. However, Lubin's face was badly damaged, and his corner stopped the fight in the ninth round. Many people called this fight a contender for "Fight of the Year" in 2022.

Lubin vs. Ramos: A Recent Victory

On September 30, 2023, Lubin fought the undefeated boxer Jesus Ramos Jr. Lubin won this 12-round fight by unanimous decision. He also won the vacant WBC Diamond super welterweight title.

Lubin vs. Holmes Jr.: Latest Fight

On May 10, 2025, Erickson Lubin fought Ardreal Holmes Jr. Lubin won the fight by TKO in the 11th round.

Boxing Record Summary