Boxing Match Preview: Isaac Cruz (27-3-1, 18, KOs) vs. Angel Fierro (23-3-2, 18 KOs)

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Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Location: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas
Division: Super Lightweight (140 lbs)
Broadcast: PBC Pay-Per-View on Amazon Prime Video

Rivalry Recap & Stakes

This rematch follows their February 2025 war, a Fight of the Year contender where Cruz edged Fierro by unanimous decision (98-92, 97-93, 96-94). The bout featured 1,410 combined punches, toe-to-toe exchanges, and a late surge from Fierro that left fans clamoring for a sequel. Now, with 12 rounds scheduled and both fighters promising fireworks, the stakes are higher: Cruz seeks to reassert his dominance and climb back into title contention, while Fierro aims to avenge the loss and prove he belongs among the elite.

Tale of the Tape

AttributeIsaac CruzAngel Fierro
Record27-3-1 (18 KOs)23-3-2 (18 KOs)
Age2731
Height5′4″ (163 cm)5′7″ (170 cm)
Reach63″ (160 cm)70″ (178 cm)
StanceOrthodoxOrthodox
KO Percentage66.7%78.3%
RankingsWBC #3, WBO #2WBC #11

Fierro holds a 7-inch reach advantage and higher KO ratio, but Cruz has faced tougher opposition and is more battle-tested.

Style Breakdown

Isaac Cruz

Relentless pressure fighter with compact power

Lands heavy body shots (99 in their first fight)

Known for durability—went the distance with Gervonta Davis

Weakness: Can be outboxed by rangier opponents

Angel Fierro

Volume puncher with explosive combinations

Outlanded Cruz in the final five rounds of their first bout

Now trained by Robert Garcia, adding tactical polish

Weakness: Drops hands in exchanges, vulnerable to counters

How to Watch

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025

Time: Main card starts at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT

Ringwalk (Estimated): 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT

Platform: Amazon Prime Video PPV ($79.95)

Expect another high-volume slugfest. Cruz will pressure early, but Fierro—now with Garcia in his corner—may box smarter and use his jab to control range. If Fierro avoids trading too soon, he could steal rounds late. Still, Cruz’s experience and body attack give him the edge.

FIGHT ODDS

Isaac Cruz                            – 500

Angel Fierro                       + 350

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 18, 2025

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