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  1. Salvador Sánchez was a Mexican boxer who became the WBC and The Ring featherweight champion in 1980. He died in a car accident in 1982, after defeating Azumah Nelson and four future or former world champions.

  2. Salvador Sanchez was a Mexican boxer who won the WBC World Featherweight title in 1979 and defended it six times. He died in a car crash in 1982 after his last fight against Azumah Nelson.

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  3. Jun 28, 2020 · Salvador Sanchez was a Mexican boxer who dominated the featherweight division and won multiple titles. He died in a car crash at age 23, ending his promising career and leaving a void in the boxing community.

  4. Aug 12, 2016 · On August 12 1982, the 23-year-old featherweight champion of the world died in a car crash. Thirty years on, the potential of Salvador Sanchez remains one of boxing's...

  5. Sep 18, 2022 · Salvador Sanchez was a WBC featherweight champion who defeated Danny Lopez, Wilfredo Gomez and Azumah Nelson. He died in a car accident in 1982 at age 23.

  6. Aug 16, 2022 · Salvador Sanchez was a featherweight champion with nine defenses and a potential future star when he died in a car accident at 23. Read about his career, legacy and how he would have ranked among the all-time greats.

  7. Aug 8, 2024 · Salvador Sanchez (born Jan. 26, 1958, Santiago Tianguistenco, Mex.—died Aug. 12, 1982, near Mexico City) was a Mexican professional boxer and the world featherweight (126 pounds) champion from 1980 to 1982.