Bernardo Caraballo


Bernardo Caraballo was a Colombian boxer, and perennial world title contender, of the 1960s and 70s. He was born in Cartagena.

Professional career

He was the first Colombian to contest a world title. Fights included matches with Fighting Harada, Pascual Pérez, Éder Jofre, and Ernesto Marcel.

Death

Caraballo died from heart disease on 20 January 2022, at the age of 80.

Legacy

His name ended up being used for the uncontacted Carabayo people of Amazonas.
The Coliseo Bernardo Caraballo in Cartagena is named after him.