Three-time world champion Israel Vazquez dies aged 46 after cancer battle
One of Mexico’s most-celebrated boxers, Vazquez shared a major rivalry with compatriot Rafael Marquez
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Your support makes all the difference.Three-time super-bantamweight world champion Israel Vazquez has died at the age of 46, following a battle with cancer, according to WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman.
Vazquez, known for his punching power and hand speed, was one of Mexico’s most-celebrated boxers and shared a major rivalry with compatriot Rafael Marquez, whom he faced four times.
The WBC last month announced that Vazquez had been diagnosed with cancer and set up an appeal for donations on GoFundMe, a crowdfunding website, for his treatment.
“Israel Vazquez is finally resting in peace,” Sulaiman wrote on social media on Tuesday (3 December). “May God give strength and support to his wife Laura, their children, family and friends during these difficult times...”
“Thank you Israel for the so many great memories that you have given us through your actions inside the ring but most importantly outside of it. You are now eternal, rest in peace, everything will be all right.”
Vazquez last fought professionally in 2010, losing to Marquez via third-round knockout. In their first clash, in 2007, Vazquez retired in round seven. He won their other meetings, however, via sixth-round TKO and split decision.
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