A fighter’s career will have a defining moment, whether it be a win or a defeat, that changes everything for them. When reminiscing about their biggest nights in the ring, they prefer to share stories of success and glory rather than tales of regret where they fell short.
Isaac Cruz, with a record of 25-2-1 (17 KOs), has been a professional for 10 years now. Early in his career, he faced a setback in his sixth fight against Luis Montano Alvarez, which taught him valuable lessons about discipline, commitment, and improvement.
Despite this setback, Cruz continued to progress and found success in America by utilizing his pressure tactics to defeat Thomas Mattice in 2020. His momentum carried on with a spectacular victory over Diego Magdaleno in just 53 seconds. In 2021, he faced a physically demanding match against veteran Francisco Vargas, further solidifying his reputation.
However, the defining moment came when Cruz challenged Gervonta “Tank” Davis in front of a large crowd at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Although Cruz lost by unanimous decision, he gave Davis one of the toughest fights of his career, ending his 16-fight knockout streak and gaining more recognition in the boxing world.
Now, Cruz is back in the world title picture, making his debut at super-lightweight to compete for the WBA’s 140lbs world title against Rolando Romero. This bout will serve as the chief support to Tim Tszyu vs. Sebastian Fundora, marking Amazon Prime’s first night as a broadcast partner to Premier Boxing Champions.
Despite his loss to Davis, Cruz’s performance that night remains memorable to fans. He aims to become a world champion to increase his chances of a rematch with Davis, but his immediate focus is on his upcoming fight on March 30.
Rolando Romero, with a record of 15-1 (13 KOs), has been attempting to provoke Cruz during the build-up to their fight with his trash-talking. While Cruz respects Romero as a champion, he remains focused on the upcoming match.
Reflecting on his nine-year career since turning pro at 16, Cruz describes it as “amazing” and filled with both challenges and growth. Winning a world title would be a dream come true for him, marking the culmination of years of effort and dedication.
Defeat to Romero is not an option for Cruz, as it would mean throwing away all the progress and hard work he has put in over the years. Winning his first major title is crucial for his career aspirations, as it could lead to a lucrative rematch with Gervonta Davis.
Cruz is determined not to let his preparations go to waste and is focused on seizing the opportunity to achieve his long-awaited goal in the world of boxing.