All boxersJacob Matlala
“Baby Jake”
Boxing · Deceased53-13-2RECORD
26WINS BY KO / TKO
27WINS BY DECISION
68PRO FIGHTS
Against boxers on FightRec: 4-2-0 in 6 fights.
Profile
| Full name | Jacob Matlala |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Baby Jake |
| Date of birth | 1 Aug 1962 |
| Died | 7 Dec 2013 |
| Nationality | South African |
| Birthplace | Meadowlands, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Weight classes | Flyweight, Light flyweight |
| Height | 147 cm (4′10″) |
| Reach | 150 cm (59″) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Years active | 1980–2002 |
| Status | Deceased |
| Fights on FightRec | 6 (1991–1998) |
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Titles and honours
- WBO flyweight champion 1993–1995
- WBO light flyweight champion 1995–1997
- IBA light flyweight champion 1997–1998
- WBU light flyweight champion 2001–2002
Background
South African boxer known for his charity work; recorded as the shortest boxer to win a world title.
Fights against boxers on FightRec
6 fights. Newest first.
| Result | Opponent | Method | Round | Time | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | Victor Burgos | 20 Feb 1998 | ||||
| Win | Paul Weir | TKO | 10 | 1:55 | 13 Apr 1996 | |
| Win | Paul Weir | Technical decision | 5 | 2:36 | 18 Nov 1995 | |
| Loss | Alberto Jimenez | TKO | 11 Feb 1995 | |||
| Win | Pat Clinton | TKO | 15 May 1993 | |||
| Loss | Dave McAuley | KO | 10 | 7 Sep 1991 |