One of the most anticipated fights on the undercard of the upcoming Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov event is the matchup between WBA light welterweight titleholder Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz and the knockout artist Jose ‘Rayo’ Valenzuela. Fans are eagerly looking forward to this fight as it is seen as a 50-50 battle. Both fighters possess knockout power, and it will be intriguing to see how they handle the firepower of their opponent. Cruz, who recently dethroned WBA 140-lb champion Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero, is coming off an impressive eighth-round knockout victory and will be looking to continue his winning streak against Valenzuela.
Another exciting matchup on the undercard features heavyweight prospect Jared Anderson taking on Martin Bakole in what promises to be a high-stakes battle. Anderson, with an undefeated record of 17-0 with 15 knockouts, will face a tough test in Bakole, who boasts a record of 20-1 with 15 KOs. Anderson’s defensive skills will be put to the test against the aggressive Bakole, and he will need to showcase his ability to handle pressure in the ring. Top Rank has been carefully building Anderson’s career, and this fight will be a significant stepping stone in his development as a future heavyweight contender.
In addition to the aforementioned matchups, the undercard of the Crawford vs. Madrimov event also features other exciting bouts. Former unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. makes his return to the ring after a two-year layoff to face Jarrell ‘Big Baby’ Miller in what is expected to be a thrilling clash. The physical condition of Ruiz will be closely monitored as he aims to make a statement in his comeback fight.
Moreover, David Morrell will be moving up in weight to battle Radivoje Kalajdzic for the vacant WBA light heavyweight title. Morrell, with an impressive record of 10-0 with 9 knockouts, will look to establish himself as a force in his new weight class. The fight presents an opportunity for Morrell to position himself for a future shot at the undisputed championship.
Lastly, 2020 Olympic gold medalist Andy Cruz will step into the ring against Antonio Moran in a matchup that is expected to showcase Cruz’s technical skills and boxing prowess. With only three professional fights under his belt, Cruz will be looking to make a statement against the experienced Moran, who holds a record of 30-6-1 with 21 knockouts. The fight will provide Cruz with an opportunity to continue his upward trajectory in the sport.
The undercard of the Crawford vs. Madrimov event is shaping up to be a night filled with exciting and competitive matchups. Fans can expect to witness high-level boxing action as these talented fighters showcase their skills in the ring. With a mix of experienced veterans and rising prospects, the undercard promises to deliver entertainment and drama to boxing enthusiasts around the world.