Óscar Larios

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Óscar Larios (born November 1, 1976) is a Mexican former professional boxer from Zapopan, Jalisco. He fought from 1994 to 2009, earning the nickname Chololo. He stood 5 feet 7 inches tall, fought orthodox, and had a long career that included world titles in two weight classes.

Two-time WBC world champion
- Larios became a world champion in two weight classes for the World Boxing Council (WBC).
- He won the WBC super bantamweight title in 2002 after avenging a prior loss to Willie Jorrín by knockout, and had seven successful defenses, including victories over Nedal Hussein and Wayne McCullough. He eventually lost the title to Israel Vázquez in 2005.
- In 2006, he moved up to featherweight to challenge Manny Pacquiao. Larios fought bravely but was beaten by Pacquiao over 12 rounds.

Featherweight chapter and later career
- Larios later fought for the WBC interim featherweight title in 2008 and defeated Feider Viloria to win the interim belt. He defended the interim title and then, when Jorge Linares vacated the full featherweight title, Larios became the full WBC featherweight champion.
- He made a notable defense against Takahiro Ao in October 2008, winning by a split decision. In March 2009, Ao defeated Larios, taking the full title.
- After a 2007 medical scare following the Linares fight (a subdural hematoma), Larios returned to boxing but was under medical suspension in the United States.

Career record
- Larios fought 71 professional bouts, winning 63 (39 by knockout), losing 7, and drawing 1. His career included high-profile battles and title reigns in two weight classes, making him one of Mexico’s notable boxers of his era.