Julio César Chávez is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport, known for his relentless pressure fighting style and exceptional punching power.

He is the father of former WBC Middleweight Champion Julio César Chávez Jr. and welterweight boxer Omar Chávez.

Chávez's bout against Meldrick Taylor is particularly notable for its dramatic finish, with Chávez securing a TKO victory with just two seconds remaining in the final round.

Throughout his career, Chávez was known for his iron chin, never being knocked out until the later stages of his career.

Beyond his in-ring achievements, Chávez has remained a prominent figure in boxing, contributing to the sport as a trainer and mentor to upcoming fighters.

WBC Junior Lightweight Champion (1984-1987)

WBA Lightweight Champion (1987-1988)

WBC Lightweight Champion (1988)

The Ring Lightweight Champion (1988)

WBC Junior Welterweight Champion (1989-1994, 1994-1996)

IBF Junior Welterweight Champion (1990-1991)

Held world titles in three weight divisions.

Recorded 87 consecutive victories, the longest winning streak in boxing history.

Vs. Edwin Rosario (November 21, 1987): Won by TKO in the 11th round to claim the WBA Lightweight title.

Vs. José Luis Ramírez (October 29, 1988): Won by technical decision in the 11th round to secure The Ring and WBC World Lightweight titles.

Vs. Meldrick Taylor I (March 17, 1990): Won by TKO in the 12th round in a bout named "Fight of the Decade" by Ring Magazine.

Vs. Pernell Whitaker (September 10, 1993): Fought to a controversial majority draw in a WBC Welterweight title bout.

Vs. Frankie Randall I (January 29, 1994): Lost by split decision, marking his first professional defeat after 90 bouts.

Vs. Oscar De La Hoya I (June 7, 1996): Lost by TKO in the 4th round, losing the WBC Light Welterweight title.