By Gabriel F. Cordero
Sad to report that legendary former bantamweight and featherweight world champion Éder Jofre passed away today at the age of 86 in São Paulo, Brazil. Jofre is considered by many to be the greatest bantamweight boxer in history. He had a professional record of 75-2-4 with 55 KOs, both his losses were close decisions against Fighting Harada. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1992. R.I.P.
One of the greats….only hardcore fans will know…RIP.
Long time ago but seems like he was bantamweight champ forever when there were only eight divisions. Remember Fighting Harada as flyweight champ around the same time.
RIP CHAMP
Rest easy Eder Jofre and congrats on a life well lived!
Joyce Fighting Harada guys today dont even belong in the same ring. RIP CHAMP
Why does my phone always change what I write. Jofre not Joyce
Don’t worry it happens to me a lot..
Truly great boxer. This guy has long been in my all time top 10. His record and range of skills speak for themselves.
Jofre is quite easily one of the Greatest Fighters Ever………. Never mind one of The Greatest Bantamweights ever
RIP Champ
If in heaven exist a hall of fame, Jofre must be there.
Rest in peace champion, the unforgettable “Gallo de oro”
If I am not mistaken Eder Jofre won a title at the age of 38 and was the oldest ever to do so back then
Sad to hear this passing of yet another great fighter. Eder Jofre was a great puncher boxer, who I regarded as great as Roberto Duran. Rest easy, champ!