He suffered his first loss three fights later, when disqualified against Magarito Lozano, but claimed victory in his next eight bouts, seven by knockout, including wins over notables Juan Díaz, Rocky Mijares and Willie Jespen.
He suffered his first loss three fights later, when disqualified against Magarito Lozano. He claimed victory in his next eight bouts by knockout. This was including wins over notables Juan Díaz. This was including wins over Rocky Mijares. This was including wins over Willie Jespen. His next eight bouts were seven.