Career
Esparragoza represented Venezuela as a Featherweight at the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games. 1st round bye
Lost to Peter Hanlon (Great Britain) 1-4
Esparragoza turned pro in 1981 and after largely fighting unproven fighters in his native Venezuela was granted a shot at Lineal & WBA Featherweight Titles holder Steve Cruz in 1987. Esparragoza pulled off an upset with a TKO in the 12th round.
He retired after the loss.
Due to his incredible knockout power, Esparragoza is ranked at 75 in Ring Magazine"s list of 100 Greatest Punchers.
