Erbito Salavarria

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Erbito Salavarria (* 20th January 1946 in Manila , Philippines ) is a former Filipino boxer in the flyweight .

Professional career

On December 7, 1970, he boxed against Chartchai Chionoi for the WBC World Championship and won by technical knockout in round 2. He lost this belt after two defenses on February 9, 1973 to Venice Borkhorsor on points.

On April 1, 1975 he was WBA World Champion when he defeated Susumu Hanagata by split judge decision. He lost the belt in his second title defense against Alfonso López by TKo

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