Antonio Margarito compiled a record of 18-3 in his relatively brief amateur career, indicating that he turned pro quickly because he needed the money. He is also a former World Boxing Association, International Boxing Federation, and World Boxing Organization Welterweight champion. e's trained by former IBF Super Featherweight Champion Roberto García. Antonio also manages IBF Lightweight Champion Miguel Vazquez.
Margarito was scheduled to return to the ring on March 13, 2010 against Carson Jones, pending his relicense on the Pacquiao vs. Clottey undercard, but for reasons unspecified promoter Top Rank announced he would not return. On Nov. 13, 2010 Margarito would face Manny Pacquiao for the WBC Super Welterweight Championship, the belt that was vacated by current undisputed Middleweight Champion Sergio Gabriel Martinez. Watch its live streaming online.