Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz is set to challenge Rolando Romero on March 30, as part of the Amazon Prime pay-per-view event featuring Keith Thurman and Tim Tszyu. Despite Romero's jibes, referring to Cruz as “a chihuahua,” Cruz remains unfazed, promising to become Romero's “worst nightmare.”
The fight marks a pivotal moment for 25-year-old Cruz, who, despite his popularity and a commendable performance against Gervonta Davis in 2021, has yet to secure a world title. The upcoming bout offers Cruz another shot at world title glory, this time in the junior welterweight division, a weight class new to him.
Cruz, hailing from Mexico City, has been rigorously preparing for this transition, focusing on addressing the challenges that come with competing at a heavier weight. Meanwhile, Romero, the WBA junior welterweight champion, returns to the ring after a controversial victory over Ismael Barroso last May, a fight that ended with a contentious stoppage by referee Tony Weeks.
Despite the disparity in professional rounds fought, with Cruz having significantly more experience than Romero, Cruz maintains a respectful stance towards his opponent. Acknowledging Romero's achievements, Cruz is keen on identifying and exploiting Romero's vulnerabilities in the upcoming match.
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