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Cruz vs Roach Jr. Betting Predictions

05/12/2025|SB Staff|Boxing Tips & Predictions
<p>Isaac Cruz will be putting his Interim WBC World Super Lightweight Title on the line against Lamont Roach Jr. in an upcoming boxing bout on Sunday, December 7, from 09:30 AEDT.</p> <p>The fight will headline a card that will take place at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. It is a packed boxing card with 13 fights, and this one is just one of four title fights scheduled.</p> <p>Will Cruz be able to retain his title, or will we see a new Interim WBC World Super Lightweight be crowned once these two step inside the ring? Read on for our Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr. boxing predictions…</p> <h2>Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr.: Tale of the Tape</h2> <p>Let’s examine the tale of the tape between these two fighters, as both have some interesting figures that may provide bettors with something to think about when wagering on this title bout.</p> <p>Cruz’s figures appear first…</p> <ul> <li>Age - 28 vs 30</li> <li>Height - 5'4" (163cm) vs 5'7" (170cm)</li> <li>Weight - 138.2 lbs (62.7 kgs) vs 135.0 lbs (61.2 kgs)</li> <li>Reach - 63.0" (160cm) vs 68.0" (173cm)</li> <li>Stance - Orthodox vs Orthodox</li> <li>Record - 28-3-1 vs 25-1-2</li> </ul> <h2>Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr.: Betting Preview</h2> <p>There doesn’t appear to be much separating these two boxers, with both at the top of their game.</p> <p>The recent fight records of both make for interesting reading and are worth considering for bettors. Cruz has been beaten once in his last five, whereas Roach Jr. had a draw in his last bout.</p> <p>Cruz’s last five fights:</p> <ul> <li>Omar Salcido - Win (UD, 10) - Jul 2025</li> <li>Angel Fierro - Win (UD, 10) - Feb 2025</li> <li>Jose Valenzuela - Loss (SD, 12) - Aug 2024</li> <li>Rolando Romero - Win (TKO, 8) - Mar 2024</li> <li>Giovanni Cabrera - Win (SD, 12) - Jul 2023</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Roach Jr.’s last five fights:</p> <ul> <li>Gervonta Davis - Draw (MD, 12) - Mar 2025</li> <li>Feargal McCrory - Win (TKO, 8) - Jun 2024</li> <li>Hector Garcia - Win (SD, 12) - Nov 2023</li> <li>Angel Rodriguez - Win (UD, 12) - Jul 2022</li> <li>Rene Alvarado - Win (UD, 10) - Dec 2021</li> </ul> <h2>Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr.: Betting Predictions</h2> <p>Our top Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr. betting prediction is that <strong>Roach Jr. is crowned the new Interim WBC World Super Lightweight champion</strong>, as we believe he will <strong>win this fight by decision</strong>. The <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/boxing/grade-a-fights/isaac-cruz-v-lamont-roach-9692884">Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr. betting odds</a><strong> favour the challenger</strong> in this one.</p> <p>We’re going with a decision win based on the recent fight results that have been achieved by both men. Both boxers have continued to go the distance in their fights, showcasing durability. A knockout looks very unlikely, with just one having occurred for each of them over their last five respective fights.</p> <p>For further value, we think the <strong>‘Lamont Roach By UD’</strong> offers a good price.</p>

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