Israel Vazquez dies: Ex-world champion had been diagnosed with cancer
Former world super lightweight champion Israel Vazquez has died at the age of 46.
It was announced in November that the Mexican nicknamed “Magnifico” had been diagnosed with cancer.
Vázquez won the IBF, WBC and The Ring super lightweight world titles in 49 career fights, with 44 wins and 5 losses.
He had a famous rivalry with compatriot Rafael Marquez, with the pair winning two each of four matches between 2007 and 2010.
Vazquez retired after losing his last fight.
WBC president Mauricio Suleiman wrote on social media: “Thank you Israel for giving us so many great memories through your actions inside the ring, but most importantly outside the ring. “
“You are immortal now, rest in peace and everything will be fine.”
