Santiago Samaniego
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| Santiago Ryce Samaniego | |
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| Real name | Santiago Ryce Samaniego |
| Nickname(s) | El Herrero |
| Rated at | Light Middleweight |
| Nationality |  Panama |
| Birth date | January 25, 1974 |
| Birth place | Panama City, Panama |
| Stance | Orthodox |
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| Total fights | 49 |
| Wins | 37 |
| Wins by KO | 30 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Draws | 1 |
| No contests | 0 |
Santiago Ryce Samaniego (born January 25, 1974 in Panama City, Panama) is a professional boxer in the super welterweight (154 lb) division.
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[edit] Background
Samaniego is a first cousin of Roberto Duran.
[edit] Professional career
Nicknamed "El Herrero", Samaniego turned pro in 1993, and in 1997 took on undefeated Mihai Leu for the Vacant WBO Welterweight Title, but lost a decision. In 2002 he faced Mamadou Thiam for the interim WBA Light Middleweight Title, and won in a 12th round stoppage. In 2003, he was TKO'd by Alejandro García, losing the belt. Since the loss, he dropped fights to Rhoshii Wells and Sechew Powell
| Preceded by Fernando Vargas When Vargas lost to Oscar De La Hoya, Samaniego's interim status was upgraded to standard champion |
WBA Light Middleweight Champion September 14, 2002 – 1 Mar 2003 |
Succeeded by Alejandro García |
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