Oscar Duarte Jurado

Professional Career

Oscar Duarte Jurado embarked on his professional boxing career with a bang, making his debut on April 20, 2013, at Arena Ciudad de Mexico in Mexico City. Duarte showcased his knockout power right from the start, securing a first-round TKO victory against Manuel Isaias. This impressive debut was followed by another knockout win against Jesus Reyes Ortiz on November 28, 2013, at the Hotel Marriott Torreon, further establishing Duarte as a promising prospect in the lightweight division.

Duarte’s early career was marked by a series of decisive victories, demonstrating his ability to finish fights early and with authority. In 2015, he continued his winning streak with a TKO victory over Jasiel Duran and a split decision win against Alejandro Salinas, despite knocking Salinas down in the second round. His relentless style and knockout power made him a formidable opponent for anyone in his weight class. By 2016, Duarte had built a reputation as a knockout artist. He secured several impressive wins, including a first-round knockout of Omar Garcia and a unanimous decision victory over Eduardo Rafael Reyes, where Reyes was down in the second round. Duarte’s ability to dominate his opponents became a hallmark of his fighting style, earning him recognition in the boxing community.

In 2017, Duarte continued to climb the ranks with significant victories. He scored a TKO win against Rony Oscar Alvarado at Fantasy Springs Casino and knocked out Juan Carlos Nicolas in the second round at the Grand Oasis Arena in Cancun. Duarte’s relentless pursuit of victory and his knockout prowess kept him in the spotlight as he aimed for higher-profile fights and titles. Duarte’s momentum carried into 2018, where he achieved notable victories against tough opponents like Jorge Rodriguez and Rey Perez. His bout against Perez was particularly impressive, with Duarte knocking Perez down twice in the eighth round and securing a unanimous decision victory. Duarte’s consistent performance and ability to handle higher-level competition solidified his standing as a top contender.

Despite a setback in 2019 with a split decision loss to Adrian Estrella, Duarte quickly rebounded with a series of victories, including a TKO win over Ricardo Urvina and a knockout victory against Andres Garcia for the vacant North American Boxing Federation lightweight title in 2020. Duarte’s resilience and determination have been evident throughout his career, showcasing his ability to bounce back from defeats and continue his ascent in the boxing world. In recent years, Duarte has maintained his competitive edge with impressive wins over experienced fighters like Guillermo Avila Godinez, Iram Rodriguez Resendiz, and Fernando Daniel Cancino. His victory over Joseph Diaz on April 27, 2024, by a ninth-round knockout, further demonstrated Duarte’s enduring power and technical skill, keeping him in contention for major titles and high-profile fights in the lightweight division.