Misael Rodríguez facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Misael Rodríguez |
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![]() Rodríguez in 2016
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Rated at | Middleweight | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Height | 5 ft 11 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Born | Ciénega de Ceniceros, Matamoros, Chihuahua, México |
7 April 1994 |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Total fights | 14 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Wins | 14 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Wins by KO | 7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Losses | 0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Misael Uziel Rodríguez Olivas (born 7 April 1994) is a professional boxer from Mexico. He is famous for winning a bronze medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
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Misael Rodríguez's Boxing Journey
Early Career and Olympic Dream
Misael Rodríguez started his boxing journey as an amateur. He competed in the World Series of Boxing between 2014 and 2016. This was a team-based boxing competition.
In 2015, Misael won a bronze medal at the 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto. He showed great skill in his fights there.
His biggest achievement as an amateur was at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. He competed in the men's middleweight boxing event. Misael won three matches, showing his strength and determination. He earned a bronze medal for Mexico, which was a huge moment for him and his country.
Turning Professional
After his success at the Olympics, Misael decided to become a professional boxer. He signed with Richard Schaefer in 2017. A professional boxer means he now fights for money and titles.
His manager is Abner Mares, who is also a famous boxer. Abner Mares was an Olympian and a world champion himself. He helps guide Misael's career.
Misael also has a famous cousin, Yair Rodríguez. Yair is a well-known fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Professional Boxing Record Highlights
Misael Rodríguez has had a successful professional career so far. He has won all of his professional fights. This shows he is a very talented and dedicated boxer.
His record includes wins by knockout (KO) and by decision. A knockout means the opponent can't continue the fight. A decision means judges score the fight, and Misael won based on points.
His most recent fight was in June 2023, where he won by unanimous decision. He continues to train and compete, aiming for more titles in the future.
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See also
In Spanish: Misael Rodríguez para niños