José Bonilla (boxer)
Venezuelan professional boxer
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José Bonilla (El Tigre, Anzoátegui, 19 November 1967 - 14 June 2002) was a Venezuelan professional boxer. He was a former World Boxing Association (WBA) flyweight (112 lb) champion.
Professional career
Bonilla turned professional in 1990 and captured the WBA flyweight title in 1996 with a decision win over Saen Sor Ploenchit. He defended it three times before losing to Hugo Rafael Soto by split decision in 1998.
Death
Bonilla died after an asthma attack on 14 June 2002.
| Preceded by Saen Sor Ploenchit | WBA Flyweight Champion 24 Nov 1996 – 29 May 1998 | Succeeded by Hugo Rafael Soto |