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Andy Cruz Prepares for Title Shot at Madison Square Garden

4/13/2025

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Cuban boxing sensation Andy Cruz is gearing up for a thrilling showdown against Japan's Hironori Mishiro on June 14 at Madison Square Garden. This IBF lightweight eliminator could pave the way for Cruz to challenge for the title, depending on the outcome of the interim fight between Raymond Muratalla and Zaur Abdullaev. Promoter Eddie Hearn is determined to see Cruz rise as a mandatory contender.

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Cuban boxing sensation Andy Cruz is gearing up for a thrilling showdown against Japan's Hironori Mishiro on June 14 at Madison Square Garden. This IBF lightweight eliminator could pave the way for Cruz to challenge for the title, depending on the outcome of the interim fight between Raymond Muratalla and Zaur Abdullaev. Promoter Eddie Hearn is determined to see Cruz rise as a mandatory contender.