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Santiago Samaniego

Santiago Ryce Samaniego
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Real name Santiago Ryce Samaniego
Nickname(s) El Herrero
Rated at Light Middleweight
Nationality Panama Panama
Born (1974-01-25) January 25, 1974 (age 43)
Panama City, Panama
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights 51
Wins 37
Wins by KO 30
Losses 13
Draws 1

Santiago Ryce Samaniego (born January 25, 1974 in Panama City, Panama) is a professional boxer in the super welterweight (154 lb) division.

Samaniego is a first cousin of Roberto Durán.

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



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