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Carlos Canizales
Carlos Canizales

Record

28-3-1

Form

KO 5
MD 12
MD 12
TD 8
KO 6

Belts held

WBC World Light Flyweight champion
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Next Scheduled Defence
TBA
Last defence
Not Defended Yet
Time inactive
4 days - (4 days)
Won against
Thailand flag Pradabsri (44-2-0) KO 5 01-Aug-2025
Time held
4 days - (4 days)
Total defences
0
Activity average
N/A
Mandatory challenger
Mexico flag Erick Badillo (18-0-0)
Last mandatory
Not Fulfilled Yet
Since a mandatory
4 days - (4 days)

Stats

age
32
Height
5' 3" / 160 cm
Reach
64.6" / 164 cm
Stance
Orthodox (R)

Full record

Wins
28
By KO
20
KO%
71%
Lost
3
Stopped
1
Draws
1
Debut
2014
Pro RDS
186

Ranking @ Jr Flyweight

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Carlos Canizales profile


What is Carlos Canizales' Record?

Carlos Canizales' record currently stands at 28 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw. Of those 28 wins, he has stopped 20 of his opponents, so his current knock-out ratio is 71%. Of his 3 losses, he's been stopped 1 time. He's boxed a total of 186 rounds, meaning his professional fights last 5.8 rounds on average.

When was his last fight and how active is he?

Carlos Canizales' last fight took place against Panya Pradabsri on August 1, 2025, in Caracas, Venezuela. He won by knockout in the 5th round. That fight was 4 days ago.

Canizales' last 5 fights have come over a period of 6 years, 2 months and 6 days, meaning he has been fighting on average every 1 year, 2 months and 27 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 50 rounds, meaning that they have lasted 10 rounds on average.

What belts does Carlos Canizales hold?

He won WBC World Light Flyweight belt against Panya Pradabsri, beating him by knockout in the 5th round on August 1, 2025. He has held this belt for a total of 4 days (4 days) and is yet to make a defense of the belt. His first mandatory for his WBC belt is due against Erick Badillo.

How Old Is Carlos Canizales And Where Is he From?

The jr flyweight is currently 32 years old. He was born on March 11, 1993, so he will turn 33 in 7 months and 6 days.

Canizales was born in Venezuela.

How long has Canizales been fighting?

Carlos Canizales made his professional debut in July 2014, so he has been a pro for 11 years and 1 month.

How good is he?

Canizales is currently ranked 5th by The Ring and 1st by the WBC at Jr Flyweight.

How tall is Canizales, What is his Reach And Which Stance Does he Use?

Canizales is 5' 3" tall, which is 160cm. His reach is 64.6 inches, which is 164 cm. Canizales fights from a traditional orthodox stance, which means he favours his right hand as his power hand when fighting.

What will be Carlos Canizales' Next Fight And Where Can I Watch It?

Carlos Canizales doesn't currently have a fight scheduled.

In the US you can usually stream Carlos Canizales' fights via ESPN+, ESPN APP and ESPN / ESPN 2 / FS1 via Hulu Live TV.

What are some recent Carlos Canizales results?

Canizales has beaten 2 of his last 5 opponents, stopping 1 of them, going the distance once.

In his last fight, he won against Panya Pradabsri on August 1, 2025, by knockout in the 5th round in their WBC World Light Flyweight championship fight at El Poliedro, Caracas, Venezuela.

Prior to that, he had been beaten by Panya Pradabsri on December 26, 2024, by majority decision in their WBC World Light Flyweight championship fight at Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand.

Going into that contest, he had lost to Kenshiro Teraji on January 23, 2024, by majority decision in their WBA Super World Light Flyweight, WBC World Light Flyweight and The Ring Junior Flyweight championship fight at EDION Arena Osaka, Osaka, Japan.

Before that, he had won against Daniel Matellon on June 9, 2023, by technical decision in their 8 round contest at Casino Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

He had been beaten by Esteban Bermudez on May 28, 2021, by knockout in the 6th round in their WBA World Light Flyweight championship fight at Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico.

Carlos Canizales Stats
AgeDate Of BirthNationalityHeightReachStanceWeight Division
32March 11, 1993Venezuela160 cm164 cmorthodoxJr Flyweight (108 lb)
Carlos Canizales Record
Professional RecordWinsWins By KOKnockout PercentageLossesLosses By StoppageDrawsPro RoundsDebut
28-3-1282071%3111862014
Carlos Canizales Rankings
WeightThe Ring MagazineWBCIBFWBAWBO
Jr Flyweight51---
Carlos Canizales Recent Contests
DateOpponentResultVenue
2025-08-01Panya PradabsriWon (KO 5)El Poliedro, Caracas, Venezuela
2024-12-26Panya PradabsriLost (MD 12)Rajadamnern Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand
2024-01-23Kenshiro TerajiLost (MD 12)EDION Arena Osaka, Osaka, Japan
2023-06-09Daniel MatellonWon (TD 8)Casino Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
2021-05-28Esteban BermudezLost (KO 6)Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico
2019-05-26Sho KimuraWon (UD 12)Fuzhou, China
2018-07-15Bin LuWon (TKO 12)Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2018-03-18Reiya KonishiWon (UD 12)Portopia Hotel, Hyogo, Japan

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