{"id":47774,"date":"2025-05-04T18:54:05","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T17:54:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=47774"},"modified":"2025-05-04T18:54:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-04T17:54:10","slug":"rafael-espinoza-vs-edward-vazquez-head-to-head-record-tale-of-the-tape-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/rafael-espinoza-vs-edward-vazquez-head-to-head-record-tale-of-the-tape-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Rafael Espinoza vs. Edward Vazquez: Head-to-Head Record, Tale of the Tape and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Undefeated since turning professional in 2013, Rafael Espinoza, 26-0, continues his climb in the featherweight division. The Mexican <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/mma\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>boxing<\/a> standout captured the WBO featherweight title in December 2023 with a majority decision win over Robeisy Ramirez. He will defend it for the third time on Sunday, May 4, against Edward Vazquez at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. &ldquo;El Divino&rdquo; enters the bout on the back of three straight wins, two over Ramirez and one against Sergio Chirino Sanchez.<\/p><p>Vazquez, 17-2, is coming off a TKO victory over Kenneth Taylor. The Fort Worth native previously challenged Joe Cordina for the IBF junior lightweight title in November 2023, falling short by majority decision. His matchup against Espinoza marks his second shot at a world title.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"es\" dir=\"ltr\">Rafael Espinoza vs. Edward Vazquez Weigh-In &amp; Face Off<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/InoueCardenas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>#InoueCardenas<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/WzeKWyYTGv\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/WzeKWyYTGv<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Sal Arteaga (@sal__arteaga) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sal__arteaga\/status\/1918779691411943579?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>May 3, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>The Espinoza-Vazquez clash is part of the main card headlined by Naoya Inoue vs. Ramon Cardenas for the undisputed super bantamweight championship. The event also features four additional bouts, including Emiliano Fernando Vargas vs. Juan Leon for the NABF Junior welterweight title.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rafael Espinoza&rsquo;s Boxing Journey<\/h2><p>Rafael Espinoza, the undefeated Mexican boxer, is the reigning WBO featherweight champion. After winning 11 amateur bouts, he turned professional in 2013, scoring a third-round knockout over Victor Valadez in his debut. Since then, Espinoza has remained unbeaten, reaching a career high in December 2023 when he stunned Robeisy Ramirez to capture the WBO title in what many considered a major upset.&nbsp;<\/p><p>&ldquo;El Divino&rdquo; went on to defend his belt against Sergio Chirino in June 2024, and in a highly anticipated rematch later that December, he handed Ramirez another loss, this time forcing a stoppage due to an eye injury.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">MEXICAN GIANT &#127474;&#127485;<br><br>Rafael Espinoza looks to start his legacy during this legendary weekend.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/InoueCardenas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>#InoueCardenas<\/a> | SUN 10PM ET | <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/espn?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>@ESPN<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/15JR69QVfb\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/15JR69QVfb<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/trboxing\/status\/1918766220121129145?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>May 3, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>Espinoza carries the nickname &ldquo;El Divino,&rdquo; a tribute to El Divino Rostro,&nbsp; a sacred image of Jesus Christ in his hometown of La Palma, Michoacan, Mexico. Before his professional debut, he prayed for victory at the shrine and has since embraced the name as a symbol of strength and faith throughout his boxing career.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rafael Espinoza Boxing Record<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>26 fights<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>26 wins<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>0 Losses<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>By Knockout<\/strong><\/td><td>22<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>By Decision<\/strong><\/td><td>4<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Edward Vazquez&rsquo;s Boxing Journey<\/h2><p>Edward Vazquez, a gritty contender from Fort Worth, Texas, enters the biggest fight of his career with a 17-2 professional record. After a standout amateur run that included around 90 bouts and multiple national titles, he turned pro in 2016 and quickly built a reputation for his slick movement and defensive skills.<\/p><p>Vazquez came close to championship glory in November 2023, when he challenged Joe Cordina for the IBF junior lightweight title, narrowly losing by majority decision. He bounced back with a statement TKO victory over Kenneth Taylor, earning another shot at a world title, this time against WBO featherweight champion Rafael Espinoza.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\"Two-time elbow champion.\"<br><br>Edward Vazquez isn't afraid of the champ &#128064; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/U9M9RnvZ9j\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/U9M9RnvZ9j<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/trboxing\/status\/1918403662910456296?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>May 2, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>Known as &ldquo;Kid,&rdquo; Vazquez carries a blue-collar mentality into the ring, shaped by his upbringing and sharpened by years of experience. His nickname reflects both his youth when he began boxing and his relentless drive to make his mark on the global stage.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Edward Vazquez Boxing Record<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>19 Fights<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>17 Wins<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2 Losses<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>By Knockout<\/strong><\/td><td>4<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>By Decision<\/strong><\/td><td>13<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/what-time-is-the-rafael-espinoza-vs-edward-vazquez-fight-espinoza-vs-vazquez-ring-walkout-time-streaming-details\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><strong>What Time Is the Rafael Espinoza vs. Edward Vazquez Fight? Espinoza vs. Vazquez Ring Walkout Time, Streaming Details and More<\/strong><\/a><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rafael Espinoza vs. Edward Vazquez: Tale of the Tape<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tale of the Tape<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rafael Espinoza<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Edward Vazquez<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Record<\/strong><\/td><td>26-0-0<\/td><td>17-2-0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Height<\/strong><\/td><td>6&rsquo;1&Prime; (185cm)&nbsp;<\/td><td>5&rsquo;7&Prime; (170cm)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td>125.5 lbs<\/td><td>130.0 lbs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reach<\/strong><\/td><td>74.0&Prime; (188cm)<\/td><td>67.0&Prime; (170cm)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stance<\/strong><\/td><td>Orthodox<\/td><td>Orthodox<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>D.O.B.<\/strong><\/td><td>April 21, 1994<\/td><td>September 20, 1995<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><strong>Read More: 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