Puerto Rican boxer Néstor Bravo and Mexican boxer Isaac 'Pitbull' Cruz anticipate a significant chapter in the boxing rivalry between Puerto Rico and Mexico in their upcoming match on Saturday at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California. Bravo, with a record of 24-1 and 17 knockouts, will challenge Cruz for the interim super lightweight title of the World Boxing Council (WBC). Bravo described the opportunity as a blessing after several previously scheduled fights fell through.
He comes into the match after recovering from a loss to South African Xolisani Ndongeni and a subsequent win against Pedro Campa by knockout in the second round. Bravo acknowledged Cruz's trajectory as a former world champion in two divisions and recognized him as a great fighter. Cruz, with a record of 28-3-2 and 18 knockouts, views the match as the beginning of a new era in his career, having incorporated renowned trainer Eddy Reynoso into his preparation.
Both boxers expressed their readiness for the fight, with Bravo promising to show his best version and Cruz anticipating a great chapter in the Puerto Rico-Mexico rivalry.