Quick Facts
Biography
Luis Santana (born November 19, 1958 in La Romana, Dominican Republic), was a professional boxer in the super welterweight (154lb) division.
Career
Santana turned pro in 1981 and challenged Simon Brown for the IBF Welterweight Title in 1989, but lost a unanimous decision.
In 1994 he got another title shot against WBC Light Middleweight Title holder Terry Norris and won the title when Norris was disqualified in the 5th round for downing Santana with an illegal blow to the back of the head or rabbit punch. After a lengthy delay, the ringside doctor ruled Santana unable to continue. In 1995 they fought a rematch, and again Norris was disqualified for hitting Santana after the bell to end Round 3 had sounded. Later that year they again rematched, and Norris dominated the fight, winning by 2nd round TKO. Santana fought three more times and retired in 1999.
| Achievements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vacant Title last held by Maurice Blocker | NABF Welterweight Champion November 7, 1986 - March 5, 1987 | Succeeded by Tommy Ayers |
| Vacant Title last held by Tommy Ayers | NABF Welterweight Champion January 8, 1988 - January 30, 1989 | Succeeded by Derrick Kelly |
| Preceded by Terry Norris | WBC Light Middleweight Champion 12 November 1994 – 19 August 1995 | Succeeded by Terry Norris |