Reigning IBF lightweight champion Raymond Muratalla welcomes the challenge of undefeated contender Andy Cruz on Jan. 24, as they headline the boxing event inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
Despite being the defending champion with an undefeated record, Muratalla heads into the match as the betting underdog with +220 boxing odds. Meanwhile, Cruz, who was a former Olympic medalist, will be the betting favorite with -250 odds.
Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz Fight Odds
- Raymond Muratalla: +220
- Andy Cruz: -250
- Tie: +1600
Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz: Tale of the Tape
| Raymond Muratalla | Andy Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 29 | 30 |
| Height | 5’8” | 5’9” |
| Record | 23-0 | 6-0 |
| Reach | 72 inches | 70 inches |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| TKO/KO Percentage | 74% | 50% |
Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz: Prediction
My prediction is a unanimous decision win for Cruz over Muratalla because he’s a very good counterpuncher, and his style is perfect for the aggressive, forward-moving approach of the defending champion.
Cruz is very picky and technical in his shots, which is why he’s also very accurate with them. He perfectly times counters in between his opponent’s combinations. Muratalla uses his jabs to set up his atomic right-hand punch, but I believe that Cruz can fire a solid in between that sequence.
Unless Muratalla sneaks in a power punch against Cruz and hurts him, it’ll be a counterpunching masterclass from the former Olympic gold medalist, as he’ll fully maximize his footwork and speed to frustrate Muratalla throughout the fight.
Raymond Muratalla’s Recent Fight Results
Muratalla was the former IBF interim lightweight champion before he was elevated to the full title holder in June. He’s still undefeated, and his last five victories were against Diego Torres Nunez, Xolisani Ndongeni, Tevin Farmer, Jesus Antonio Perez Campos, and Zaur Abdullaev.
Andy Cruz’s Recent Fight Results
Cruz was the Olympic gold medalist in the 63kg category at the 2020 Tokyo Games before transitioning to the pro ranks. He swept all his six pro fights so far and scored wins over Juan Carlos Burgos, Jovanni Straffon, Brayan Zamarripa Rodriguez, Antonio Moran, Omar Salcido Gamez, and Hironori Mishiro.
Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz: Start Time
Jan. 24, 11 p.m. E.T.
Jan. 24, 10 p.m. C.T.
Jan. 24, 9 p.m. M.T.
Jan. 24, 8 p.m. P.T.
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