The undercard for the Terence Crawford vs. WBA junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov’s fight on August 3rd in Las Vegas promises to be thrilling, with several excellent matchups. One of the most anticipated fights is the WBA light welterweight title defense by Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz (26-2-1, 18 KOs) against Jose ‘Rayo’ Valenzuela (13-2, 9 KOs). This fight is expected to be a highlight of the undercard, showcasing the talent and skill of these two fighters.
Former unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz is set to take on Jarrell ‘Big Baby’ Miller in another intriguing bout on the undercard. Both Ruiz (35-2, 22 KOs) and Miller are looking to make a statement and get back into the title picture. With both fighters coming off periods of inactivity and in their mid-30s, this fight is crucial for their careers. Ruiz will be aiming for a win that could potentially lead to a big matchup against the likes of Anthony Joshua or the winner of the Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk fight.
A trilogy match between former four-division world champion Leo Santa Cruz (38-2-1, 19 KOs) and former four-division champ Abner Mares (31-3-2, 15 KOs) adds another exciting element to the undercard. Both fighters have had limited activity in recent years, with Mares facing health concerns that may impact the length of the fight. Santa Cruz, at 35 years old, will also be looking to prove himself after a two-year period of inactivity. This matchup promises to deliver fireworks and showcase the skills of these seasoned veterans.
The main event between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov for the WBA junior middleweight title will also have the WBO interim 154-lb title on the line. The winner of this fight will have the opportunity to face WBO junior middleweight champion Sebastian ‘The Towering Inferno’ Fundora in a highly anticipated matchup no later than December 31st. This fight is expected to be a high-stakes battle between two skilled fighters vying for supremacy in the division.
The undercard for the upcoming Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov fight is shaping up to be an action-packed event with exciting matchups that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats. From title defenses to trilogy matches, this card has something for every boxing enthusiast. Be sure to tune in on August 3rd to witness these thrilling battles unfold in the ring.