The Cuban Andy Cruz won decisively against the Mexican Omar Salcido on Saturday night in a 10-round fight, the co-main event of the "Pacheco vs Nelson" card, which took place at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Cuban "Diamante" remains undefeated and retains the international title of the International Boxing Federation (IBF) and the Latin America Continental title of the World Boxing Association (WBA).
The three judges unanimously voted in favor of Cruz with scores of 99-91, 98-92, and 98-92.
The 29-year-old fighter from Matanzas dominated his opponent, whom he nearly knocked out in the tenth round. However, Salcido managed to endure and finished the fight, although he was left very weakened after the Cuban's display of superiority.
Cruz, an Olympic medalist in Tokyo 2020, now boasts a record of 5-0 with two knockouts, and continues to rise in the lightweight rankings, getting closer to the world title at 135 pounds.
Salcido, for his part, has a record of 20-2, with 14 knockouts.
Andy attempted to escape from Cuba in June 2022 heading to the Dominican Republic. However, that was a failed journey that resulted in his permanent expulsion from the sport on the Island.
Finally, he arrived in the United States in May 2023.
A few days after his arrival, he signed a multimillion-dollar contract with Matchroom Boxing, the company of Eddie Hearn, a British sports promoter who is the president of Matchroom Sport and Professional Darts Corporation.
That year, he made his professional debut in Detroit, where he faced veteran Mexican Juan Carlos Burgos, whom he won against by unanimous decision from the judges, a victory that earned him the International Lightweight title of the International Boxing Federation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Andy Cruz and His Professional Career
How was Andy Cruz's last fight against Omar Salcido?
Andy Cruz decisively defeated the Mexican Omar Salcido in a 10-round match, maintaining his undefeated record and winning the IBF international title and the AMB Continental title of Latin America. The judges unanimously voted in favor of Cruz with scores of 99-91, 98-92, and 98-92.
What is Andy Cruz's professional record so far?
As of now, Andy Cruz has a record of 5-0 in professional boxing, including two victories by knockout.
What titles did Andy Cruz win in his fight against Omar Salcido?
Andy Cruz won the FIB international title and the Continental title of Latin America from the AMB by defeating Omar Salcido in his last fight.
Where did the fight between Andy Cruz and Omar Salcido take place?
The fight between Andy Cruz and Omar Salcido took place at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Nevada, during the "Pacheco vs Nelson" card.
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