Cruz vs Romero FULL FIGHT: March 30, 2024 | PBC on Prime Video PPV

Mexican star Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz (26-2-1, 18 KOs) did his talking in the ring as he wrestled away the WBA Super Lightweight World Championship from Rolando “Rolly” Romero (15-2, 13 KOs) with an eighth round TKO triumph.

"I'm very happy and humbled to win this title for my family and for Mexico,” said Cruz. "I was prepared for this. I wasn't here to just fight. I was here to terminate him...I did my talking right here in the ring. And I did this not just for me, but for everybody that is here at T-Mobile Arena. There's going to be a Mexican champ at 140 pounds for a long time.”

After enduring pre-fight trash talk from Romero, it was Cruz who established his dominance early, connecting with a left hook to the top of the head that wobbled Romero badly in round one. Although Romero steadied himself and valiantly survived the round, he was never able to shake Cruz with his own power.

“We gave the fans a great fight,” said Romero. “Unfortunately, we came up short. I want to thank ‘Pitbull’ Cruz and all the fans that came out and made this a great event. I’ll be back.”

Back training with Ismael Salas for the first time since early in his career, Romero was able to show enough movement and ring savvy to push the fight into the second half. He also attempted to strategically hold and keep Cruz off of him, but was deducted a point in round five for excessively holding. Despite these efforts, he was once again hurt late in round seven, this time from an onslaught that began with a straight right hand to the head.

“I fought with the intention to leave the decision out of the judges’ hands,” said Cruz. “Mission accomplished.”

Romero again showed his mettle by making it to the bell, but early in round eight was met with another onslaught of power punches from the hard-charging Cruz. This time, the barrage was enough to force referee Thomas Taylor to waive off the fight 59 seconds into the round. Cruz’s dominance was reflected in the punch stats as he out landed (129-85) and was more accurate (36% to 25%) than Romero.

"I am not here just to be a dangerous fighter,” said Cruz. “I now have a title that is backing me up. So anybody that is available, I'll be ready."

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[brianvelasquez]

Best ref in boxing right now. He doesn't let these guys hold excessively. They should all be like him

[TurdFerguson]

Thomas Taylor is a no bullshit referee we need more like him in boxing.

[Abstrue.]

Pitbull Cruz walking towards his opponent looks so intimdating

[js]

Romero got the same game plan for everyone. "Wait til he get tired". Bro at this level, you have to think that they don't get tired

[NMen]

Cruz is so fun to watch bro just walking forward with his hands up trowin mf haymakers😂

[IMUSUMI]

One thing no one is talking about, we should really appreciate the competence of this referee.

[tritonh]

I am buying Cruz PPV next time. This dude is a mini Tyson.

[silencio.]

Puñetas soy boricua, pero me alegro con concojone que haya ganado Pitbull 🔥🔥🔥🔥 lo han subestimado demasiado, y hoy demostró de lo que está hecho!!! Felicidades campeón 🔥🔥🔥

[thahomiegio]

When rolly throws it sounds like eric cartman if he was boxing 😂

[gloriaa.garcia]

They were waiting for Cruz to get tired, what??? He's a Mexican fighter they are very tough cookies to beat! Congrats. Cruz

[leoardodanieldelgadoflores]

"Pelea con corazón hijo, no con coraje" gran frase que define el estilo mexa 🌟

[ahmedindeed]

That boy cruz barely used a jab, just haymakers from start to finish. Absolutely impressive

[jay_dave]

People underestimate Romeros defence. The guy blocked majority if not all of Isaacs With his head and face. 😂😂

[JD-recj]

One of the funniest and most satisfying fights I’ve ever had the pleasure of watching

[victorastacio]

Muy bien pitbull!!!! Love it when the humble guy wins and the cocky one gets humiliated!!!! VIVA MEXICO ALL DAY!!!!

[SS-fgnf]

Man I can’t believe no one’s putting respect on Rolly’s heart. He got a beat down & still did his best to stay on his feet.

[jesussuarez]

Damn shame this event only did 30k PPV buys. The whole card was action from the first fight to the main event.

[tihron_jerome]

you can tell with isaac cruz they created a monster, they taught him right by keeping his chin down and his guard always up protecting his chin and he just stuck with it never deviating from it

[ghordibarifilms]

They call him Rolly cause that neck be ROLLIN when he gets rocked 🤣🤣🤣

[CellHam]

Pitbull Cruz is my favorite Mexican fighter jcoming from the black brother from Oakland California he certified over here I would love to see him a tank go at it again 🦾💪🥊🥊💯🤌🥇🏆