Leo Cruz
Leo Cruz | |
|---|---|
| Born | Leonardo Cruz January 17, 1953 Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic |
| Nationality | Dominican |
| Other names | Leo |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | |
| Height | 5 ft 5+1⁄2 in (166 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 51 |
| Wins | 41 |
| Wins by KO | 18 |
| Losses | 8 |
| Draws | 2 |
Leonardo Cruz (born January 17, 1953, in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic), better known in the world of boxing as Leo Cruz, was a world Jr. Featherweight champion from the Dominican Republic. He is the younger brother of former lightweight world champion of boxing, Carlos Cruz.
Personal
Leo was the brother of Carlos Cruz. Carlos had conquered the world Lightweight title by beating
Early life
Leo moved to
Pro career
He began his successful professional boxing career in Puerto Rico, with a string of wins. Despite having beaten future two time world champion
Cruz in his first defense knocked out Benito Badilla of
With a defense against Puerto Rican
Comeback
Cruz attempted a comeback in 1985, winning one fight, but retiring for good after that.
References
- ^ a b Perez, Santos (1982-06-10). "Palma vs. Cruz, one more time". The Miami News. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
- ^ "Fans' Spirit Helps Cruz Earn Decision". Gainesville Sun. Associated Press. 1982-06-14. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
- ^ "Leo Cruz makes first title defense". St. Joseph News-Press. Associated Press. 1982-11-13. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
- ^ "Mancini blasts rival, who is critical". Star-News. 1982-11-14. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
- ^ a b "Cruz defends title". Reading Eagle. United Press International. 1983-03-16. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
- ^ "Sports Shorts". The Lewiston Daily Sun. Associated Press. 1984-02-22. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
- ^ "Stecca overcomes Cruz". Reading Eagle. Associated Press. 1984-02-23. Retrieved 2010-12-17.
External links
- Boxing record for Leo Cruz from BoxRec (registration required)