Talagante revives boxing with Noche de Puños tribute to Martín Vargas
Talagante is preparing for an electrifying night of boxing action with the long-awaited Noche de Puños on Saturday, October 5. After almost 30 years without a major boxing event, the Gallos de Pelea boxing club has organized a stellar event. A packed tribute night at the Domingo Toro Herrera gymnasium. The evening promises 15 exciting fights, with the participation of more than 30 boxers from the Metropolitan Region, as well as a special tribute to two of Chile’s most emblematic fighters: Martin Vargas and Pedro “Ray” Miranda.
Boxing enthusiasts from Santiago, Melipilla and Talagante are expected to fill the venue, eager to witness an action-packed event that will honor the rich legacy of Chilean boxing while igniting a new passion for the sport in the region.
The highlight of the evening will be a tribute to Martin Vargas, widely regarded as Chile’s greatest boxer. Born in Osorno in 1955, Vargas represented Chile at the 1972 Munich Olympics and quickly became a national icon. He embarked on a professional career that saw him compete for a world title four times and finish with an impressive record of 91 wins, including 62 knockouts.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Vargas captivated fans with his relentless fighting spirit. His rise to fame began in 1975, when he knocked out Gonzalo Cruz to claim the South American flyweight title. His reign as regional champion earned him two world title challenges against Miguel Canto in 1977, though he failed in both attempts. Undeterred, Vargas continued to thrill fans, earning the respect and admiration of his country.
Although he never won a world title, Vargas’ name is engraved in the history of Chilean sport as a symbol of perseverance and passion. His legendary career will be celebrated on October 5, when Talagante pays tribute to the man who took Chilean boxing to the world stage.
Pedro Miranda: A champion from Melipillano
In addition to Vargas, the evening will also honor Pedro “Ray” Miranda, another Chilean boxing legend. Born in Melipilla, Miranda was crowned South American champion, becoming a leading figure in his weight class during his prime. Like Vargas, Miranda left a lasting legacy in Chilean boxing, inspiring future generations to step into the ring.
A night of exciting Boxing action!
Alongside Vargas, the evening will also honor Pedro “Ray” Miranda, another legend of Chilean boxing. Born in Melipilla, Miranda was crowned South American champion, becoming a prominent figure in his weight class during his prime. Like Vargas, Miranda left a lasting legacy on Chilean boxing, inspiring future generations to step into the ring.
A night of exciting boxing action
The Domingo Toro Herrera gymnasium will be filled with excitement as 15 bouts will showcase the skills of boxers from Santiago, Melipilla and Talagante. The Noche de Puños event not only serves as a tribute but also marks a resurgence of boxing in Chile. Organized by the Gallos de Pelea boxing club, the event aims to rejuvenate the sport after years of inactivity, generating new enthusiasm and providing a platform for young and promising fighters.
Event details
- Event: Fist Night
- Date: Saturday, October 5
- Time: 3 p.m.
- Location: Gimnasio Domingo Toro Herrera, Talagante, Chile.
- Number of fights: 15
- Participating boxers: More than 30 fighters from Santiago, Melipilla and Talagante.
- Honorees: Martín Vargas and Pedro “Ray” Miranda
The event will serve as a unique opportunity for boxing fans to relive the glory days of Chilean boxing while witnessing the potential next generation of champions. As the fighters step into the ring, the memory of legends like Martin Vargas and Pedro Miranda will be felt throughout the gym, reminding everyone of the proud history and enduring spirit of the sport in Chile.
