Known as "El Tigre Colonense", Laguna was the World Lightweight Champion in 1965 and later regained the belt in 1970, but he was stripped of his WBC title prior to losing the WBA Title to Ken Buchanan. Laguna also lost 15 round decisions in two other bids to regain his lightweight title, in 1967 against Carlos Ortiz, and in 1971 to Ken Buchanan. He retired after the loss to Buchanan in 1971.
Offered here is a vintage signed photo by Ismael Laguna which he dated in 1969.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is a black & white promotional photograph of Laguna in full fight pose. Signed in ink, "Sincerely for my friend Jerry Cherrett To Ismael Laguna 9-18-69." Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. 8" x 10."
