Reports from Uncrowned will cover the ongoing match between Raymond Muratalla and Andy Cruz, including real-time scores, blow-by-blow descriptions, pivotal moments, fighter entrances, and the scheduled commencement for the Muratalla versus Cruz boxing show this Saturday evening at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. Raymond Muratalla is set to put his IBF lightweight championship on the line against the Olympic gold medalist, Andy Cruz, headlining the evening’s card.
Muratalla, boasting a record of 23 wins with no losses and 17 knockouts, ascended to the status of IBF global titleholder last June, after Vasiliy Lomachenko departed from professional boxing. He had previously secured the IBF provisional championship through a decisive victory by unanimous decision against Zaur Abdullaev in May.
Cruz, holding a record of 6 wins, 0 losses, and 3 knockouts, secured his required contender spot by achieving a dominant knockout triumph over Hironori Mishiro in June. This 2020 Olympic gold winner is recognized as one of the standout amateur boxers in recent memory and is now aiming to claim his inaugural global championship.
The secondary main event of the evening features Khalil Coe (10-1-1, 8 KOs) clashing with Jesse Hart (31-3, 25 KOs) in a light heavyweight bout. Coe, who compensated for his only career loss by defeating Manuel Gallegos in Mexico last May, weighed in over seven pounds above the 175-pound weight division threshold during Friday’s mandatory weigh-in. Hart has previously contested for super middleweight titles on two occasions.
Another bout on the schedule sees Israil Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KOs) making his return to competition, having not fought since his consecutive losses to Terence Crawford and Vergil Ortiz Jr. His opponent will be Luis David Salazar (20-1, 7 KOs).
The boxing event featuring Muratalla against Cruz is slated to commence at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on DAZN, with the primary event fighters anticipated to enter the ring approximately at 11 p.m. Eastern Time.
Witness every moment of the action through Uncrowned’s real-time updates and blow-by-blow commentary for the main card, provided further down.
Primary Event Schedule (8 p.m. Eastern Time, DAZN)
IBF Lightweight Championship: Raymond Muratalla versus Andy Cruz
Light Heavyweight Division: Khalil Coe battles Jesse Hart
Super Welterweight Division: Israil Madrimov meets Luis David Salazar
Welterweight Division: Omari Jones triumphs over Jerome Baxter by unanimous judges’ verdict (60-53, 60-53, 60-53)
Super Featherweight Division: Zaquin Moses secures victory against Leandro Damian Medina through unanimous scoring (60-53, 60-53, 60-53)
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Israil Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KOs) steps back into the ring for the initial time subsequent to his consecutive losses suffered at the hands of Terence Crawford and Vergil Ortiz Jr. His opponent for this 10-round super welterweight contest is Luis David Salazar (20-1, 7 KOs).
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Omari Jones secures a flawless unanimous decision victory (60-53, 60-53, 60-53) against Jerome Baxter in their welterweight match.
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It appears Omari Jones might be heading to a decision for the initial time in his career.
Baxter is merely three minutes from completing six demanding rounds. Jones has not aggressively pursued a finish in this last round. He seems satisfied to box defensively, delivering impactful strikes when opportunities arise. Jones connects with a double left hook. With one minute remaining, Jones is observing the timer – it seems he will be content with a points victory.
10-9 Jones, 60-53 Jones
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A powerful right cross lands, leaving Baxter seriously stunned. A subsequent close-range flurry follows. Jones delivers a brutal series of punches in the clinch. Baxter is currently absorbing numerous hard blows. A left hook, succeeded by a right hand and another left hook. Jones is in complete command.
10-9 Jones, 50-44 Jones
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Entering the latter half of this match, few would have predicted reaching this point following the opening round. Jones delivers a rapid inside combination. Baxter remains resilient, pushing Jones back, yet Jones maintains command. His jab persists as a potent weapon. Jones unleashes numerous left hooks, connecting with Baxter’s temple whenever an opportunity arises. Jones forces Baxter to retreat with a series of punches. However, Baxter now appears to be adapting to the force of his opponent’s strikes.
10-9 Jones, 40-35 Jones
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A formidable right cross lands, leaving Baxter seriously stunned. A subsequent close-range flurry follows. Jones delivers a brutal series of punches in the clinch. Baxter is currently absorbing numerous hard blows. A left hook, succeeded by a right hand and another left hook. Jones is in complete command.
10-9 Jones, 30-26 Jones
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In the initial moments of Round 2, left hands are effectively hitting Baxter. A close-range flurry lands for the Olympian. Jones is connecting with every strike he attempts – his swiftness and precision are remarkable. Another jab causes Baxter to lose his footing. Right-hand, left hook combinations strike Baxter squarely. A commanding display.
10-9 Jones, 20-17 Jones
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Undefeated fighter against undefeated fighter; let us observe the outcome of this contest.
Baxter is severely SHAKEN by a left hook from Jones within the first minute of the opening round. Jones is pursuing a knockout. He launches a significant offensive. Baxter is enduring substantial blows. Jones now targets the body. Jones delivers a clean, precise jab. This jab is proving incredibly effective for Omari Jones. BAXTER HITS THE CANVAS – surprisingly, from a jab. Incredible! The power of Omari Jones is undeniable. Jones is physically overwhelming Baxter across the canvas.
10-8 Jones
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The 2024 Olympic bronze medalist, Omari Jones (4-0, 4 KOs), is set to compete against the equally undefeated prospect Jerome Baxter (7-0, 3 KOs) in a six-round welterweight contest.
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Zaquin Moses achieves a comprehensive unanimous decision triumph (60-53, 60-53, 60-53) against Leandro Damian Medina.
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Only three minutes remain. Is Moses capable of securing a knockout?
The sixth round commences with a couple of lefts landing. Medina continues to advance, hoping for a singular, unexpected strike to alter the bout’s trajectory. Additional left hands find their mark. Another hit visibly impacts Medina. Moses is now exhibiting exceptional boxing, delivering individual left hands and precise combinations, though he is unlikely to achieve a stoppage.
10-9 Moses, 60-53 Moses
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A left-hand strike from Moses causes Medina to lose his equilibrium early in Round 5. Moses has delivered a consistent display thus far, successfully countering Medina’s spirited effort. The right hook is connecting cleanly, and his body blows are maintaining distance. Another left hand powerfully impacts the abdomen. This round proves to be Moses’s most dominant in the contest, yet he relies more on singular strikes than multi-punch combinations. A left hand to the head starts the final minute.
10-9 Moses, 50-44 Moses
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A one-two followed by a right hook, and MEDINA IS DROPPED!
A superb, quick combination at the start of Round 4. Zaquin demonstrates effective multi-punch striking. Medina attempts to retaliate, but he is clearly injured and absorbing considerable punishment.
Moses is now delivering single powerful punches with his guard lowered. He has found his timing and is causing damage to Medina.
10-8 Moses, 40-35 Moses
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A glancing left hand strikes Medina. The promising young fighter lands another precise left. Medina advances directly into a counter left uppercut. Medina finds some moments of effectiveness, landing part of a combination. A good left hook-right hand connects for Medina. Moses absolutely needs to abandon the shoulder roll defense unless he can execute it flawlessly. A spectacular right hook STUNS Medina. The audience is enthralled, yet Medina opts to engage him. Medina experiences further periods of success. This is a closely contested match.
10-9 Moses, 30-27 Moses
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An excellent, sharp left hand lands for Moses at the beginning of Round 2, followed by a one-two combination. Moses’s one-two punch sequence is proving highly effective for him thus far. Medina lands a counter left hook, but Moses’s retaliatory body shot was distinctly more impactful. A right hook connects for Moses. Medina applies some pressure on Moses and, to his credit, attempts to engage, but Moses appears content to exchange blows with him. Body shots from Moses land during the closing minute.
10-9 Moses, 20-18 Moses
