Danielito Zorrilla

Danielito Zorrilla

"El Zorro"

Division: lightweight

Nationality: Puerto Rico

Hometown: Toa Baja, Puerto Rico

Birth Date: 1993-10-25

Height: 5.9 cm

Reach: 70 cm

Stance: orthodox

Professional Record

18

Wins

(14 by KO)

2

Losses

(0 by KO)

0

Draws

20

Total Fights

Biography

Danielito Zorrilla, born on October 25, 1993, in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico, stands at 5'9" with an orthodox stance. Making a significant impact since his amateur days, Zorrilla turned professional in 2016 under Miguel Cotto Promotions and Golden Boy Promotions. A standout moment in Zorrilla's career occurred on October 5, 2019, when he claimed the WBO’s NABO Jr. Welterweight title by defeating Jesus Antonio Perez. Despite the challenges of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Zorrilla returned to the ring on December 5, 2020, facing Rodolfo "El Tsunami" Puente.

Zorrilla's professional journey mirrors his successful amateur career, highlighted by victories in the "Cheo" Aponte tournament and international competitions, including the 2016 Olympic Qualifiers. With a dream to become a world champion, Zorrilla remains a promising force in the world of professional boxing.

Technical Overview

When dissecting the technical prowess of Zaria, it becomes evident that his skill set goes beyond mere statistics. Zaria demonstrates a profound understanding of the sweet science, showcasing adeptness in both offense and defense. His knockout ratio isn’t arbitrary; it’s a testament to the power he possesses. As a counterpuncher, Zaria excels in reading his opponents, seamlessly countering their jabs with a well-timed right hand.

What sets Zaria apart is his nuanced approach to distance and timing. Watching him meticulously set up combinations using feints reveals a fighter with a deep understanding of the strategic nuances within the ring. His hand speed alone forces opponents to retreat, showcasing his ability to dictate the pace of the fight. While have been a stretch to predict an upset against Regis Prograis, Zaria’s skill, combined with his power, positioned him to be a formidable force that nearly secured, victory, by decision.

Fight History

07/20/24 vs. Richard Pena, W-KO, 2/8

06/17/23 vs. Regis Prograis, L-SD, 12/12

03/18/23 vs. Aristides Quintero, W-TKO, 1/10

07/15/22 vs. Arnold Barboza Jr, L-UD, 10/10

09/14/21 vs. Pablo Cesar Cano, W-KO, 2/10

03/04/21 vs. Ruslan Madiyev, W-TD-S, 8/10

12/05/20 vs. Rodolfo Puentes, W-KO, 2/8

10/05/19 vs. Jesus Antonio Perez Campos, W-UD, 10/10

08/17/19 vs. Juan Carlos Cordones, W-TKO, 3/8

03/30/19 vs. Gamaliel Diaz, W-KO, 2/8

12/08/18 vs. Ryan Pino, W-UD, 8/8

10/04/18 vs. Dakota Linger, W-KO, 2/8

08/04/18 vs. Luis Eduardo Florez, W-KO, 2/8

06/08/18 vs. Julio Perez, W-TKO, 2/4

04/19/18 vs. Jimmy Rosario, W-TKO, 3/6

03/24/18 vs. Clifford Gray, W-UD, 6/6

08/12/17 vs. Josue Loyola, W-KO, 4/6

04/01/17 vs. Arnaldo Montalvo, W-TKO, 1/4

02/11/17 vs. Onyx Curras, W-TKO, 1/4

11/12/16 vs. Jesus Gonzalez, W-TKO, 2/4

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