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Andy Cruz Gómez (born 12 August 1995) is a Cuban professional boxer. He has won two gold medals at the Pan American Games, three gold medals at the AIBA World Championships,[2] and a gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics.[3]

Amateur career

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Cruz has won multiple gold medals as an amateur including an Olympic medal,[3] two Pan American Games medals,[4][5] and three medals at the AIBA World Championships.[6][7][8] Cruz accumulated over 149 amateur bouts and amassed an amateur record of 140–9 (10 KOs).[9][10]

Amateur losses

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Cruz accumulated only 9 defeats in his 149 amateur bouts.[11]

  • Frank Zaldivar at the 2011 Cuban Schools Championships (22–13)[12]
  • Bin Lu at the 2012 AIBA World Youth Championships (16–13)[13]
  • Yunier Echevarria at the 2012 Cuban National Championships (DQ)[14]
  • Dulat Bekbauov at the 2013 Pavlyukov Youth Memorial (8–8)[15]
  • Robeisy Ramírez at the 2014 Cuban National Championships[16]
  • Dzmitry Asanau at the 2015 AIBA World Championships (3–0)[17]
  • Kevin Hayler Brown at the 2015 Cuban National Championships[18]
  • Sofiane Oumiha at the France vs. Cuba Internationals[19]
  • Delano James at the World Port Boxing[20]

Highlights

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2015 Toronto Pan American Games 1st place, gold medalist(s)
Event Round Result Opponent Score
Bantamweight Quarter-final Win Carlos Rocha 3–0
Semi-final Win Kenny Lally 3–0
Final Win Héctor Luis García 3–0
2017 Hamburg AIBA World Championships 1st place, gold medalist(s)
Light welterweight First round Win Sean McComb 5–0
Quarter-final Win Elvis Rodriguez 5–0
Semi-final Win Hovhannes Bachkov 5–0
Final Win Ikboljon Kholdarov 5–0
2019 Lima Pan American Games 1st place, gold medalist(s)
Light welterweight First round Win Wanderson Oliveira 4–1
Quarter-final Win Hendri Cedeno 5–0
Semi-final Win Alston Ryan 5–0
Final Win Keyshawn Davis 4–1
2019 Yekaterinburg AIBA World Championships 1st place, gold medalist(s)
Light welterweight First round Win Ibrahima Diallo 5–0
Second round Win Zakir Safiullin 5–0
Quarter-final Win Ilya Popov 5–0
Semi-final Win Manish Kaushik 5–0
Final Win Keyshawn Davis 5–0
2020 Tokyo Olympic Games 1st place, gold medalist(s)
Lightweight First round Win Luke McCormack 5–0
Quarter-final Win Wanderson Oliveira 4–1
Semi-final Win Harry Garside 5–0
Final Win Keyshawn Davis 4–1
2021 Belgrade AIBA World Championships 1st place, gold medalist(s)
Light welterweight First round Win Jonathan Miniel 5–0
Second round Win Nicollas Rocha de Jesus 5–0
Third round Win Vershaun Lee 5–0
Quarter-final Win Mujibillo Tursunov 3–2
Semi-final Win Hovhannes Bachkov 5–0
Final Win Kerem Özmen 5–0

Professional career

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Early career

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Andy Cruz turned professional at the age of 27, signing a deal with Matchroom Boxing.[21][22] Cruz expressed that in his career as a professional, he will fight no easy opponents and aims to face people who will give him a challenge.[23][24] On July 15, 2023, Cruz made his professional boxing debut against former two-time world championship challenger Juan Carlos Burgos (35–7–3, 21 KOs) in a 10-round bout at the Masonic Temple in Detroit, Michigan.[25] Cruz won his first minor title in his debut fight by unanimous decision,[26][27] with the judges scoring the bout 100–90, 100–90, and 98–92.[28][29][30]

Cruz was announced to be defending his IBF International lightweight title against Hector Tanajara Jr. (21–1–1, 6 KOs) on December 9, 2023, in a 10-round bout as an undercard fight for Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis.[31][32] Shortly after the bout was scheduled, Tanajara Jr. withdrew due to an injury.[33] Later, it was announced that former IBO world lightweight champion Jovanni Straffon (26–5–1, 19 KOs) would fight as a replacement if his visa was approved.[34] After Straffon acquired his visa, the fight was confirmed to continue at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California.[35][36] Cruz retained his IBF International lightweight title and won the vacant WBA Continental Latin-American lightweight title by knockout after the referee stopped the contest in round three, giving Cruz his first stoppage victory as a professional.[37][38] According to CompuBox, Cruz outclassed Straffon by landing 88 out of his 146 total punches thrown (60.3%), compared to Straffon's 13 out of 76 punches thrown (17.1%).[39]

In December 2023, Cruz filed a lawsuit against New Champions Promotions for breach of contract and violation of the Ali Act; however, his main promoter, Matchroom Boxing, was mentioned but was not accused of any wrongdoing.[40] Amidst his lawsuit, Cruz was announced to be fighting Brayan Zamarripa (14–2, 5 KOs) for his third professional fight less than twenty-four hours later.[41] The ten-round contest took place as an undercard bout for the main event between Edgar Berlanga and Padraig McCrory on February 24, 2024, at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida.[42] Cruz defended his titles against Zamarripa by unanimous decision, as the judges all scored the fight 100–90 in favour of Cruz.[43][44] Cruz's promoter, Eddie Hearn, stated during an interview that he is prepared to make a massive offer for Keyshawn Davis as the next opponent for Cruz, or potentially Angel Fierro, if an agreement cannot be reached.[45]

It was announced that Cruz was to be defending his IBF International lightweight title against Antonio Moran (30–6–1, 21 KOs) on the undercard for the title fight between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California.[46][47] Cruz defended his titles by knockout after the referee stopped the contest in round seven after Moran lost control of his footing after a sharp right hand.[48][49][50] According to CompuBox, Cruz landed 40% of his total punches and landed 45% of his power punches.[51][52] A few weeks after the fight, Cruz added 2022 BWAA manager of the year winner Peter Kahn to his team in a co-managerial role.[53]

Cruz was scheduled to defend his IBF International lightweight title against Omar Salcido (20–1, 14 KOs) at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in Paradise, Nevada on January 25, 2025.[54][55] During the press conference, his promoter, Eddie Hearn, stated that Cruz could use "a couple" more fights before heading for a world title bout.[56] Cruz won by unanimous decision, with the two judges scoring the contest 98–92 and the other judge 99–91 to defend his IBF International lightweight title for the fourth consecutive time.[57][58] After the fight, Cruz rose to second in the IBF lightweight rankings and is in line for a title eliminator rumoured to be against the sixth ranked, Hironori Mishiro.[59][60][61]

IBF lightweight title eliminator

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Cruz vs. Mishiro

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Cruz was scheduled to face Hironori Mishiro (17–1, 6 KOs) in an IBF lightweight title eliminator on June 14, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York.[62][63] It was confirmed that this would be Cruz's first time fighting a twelve-round bout in his career.[64] After Vasiliy Lomachenko retired, the interim champion Raymond Muratalla was upgraded to the new IBF lightweight champion, thus changing the opponent for the world champion to whoever wins inside the eliminator.[65] Cruz won the eliminator by fifth-round technical knockout.[66][67] Prior to the stoppage, Mishiro was knocked down twice in the third round.[68]

Professional boxing record

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6 fights 6 wins 0 losses
By knockout 3 0
By decision 3 0
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
6 Win 6–0 Hironori Mishiro TKO 5 (12), 1:13 Jun 14, 2025 Madison Square Garden Theater, New York City, New York, U.S
5 Win 5–0 Omar Salcido UD 10 Jan 25, 2025 Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Paradise, Nevada, U.S Retained IBF International and WBA Continental Latin-American lightweight titles
4 Win 4–0 Antonio Moran KO 7 (10), 2:59 Aug 3, 2024 BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California, U.S Retained IBF International and WBA Continental Latin-American lightweight titles
3 Win 3–0 Brayan Zamarripa UD 10 Feb 24, 2024 Caribe Royale, Orlando, Florida, U.S. Retained IBF International and WBA Continental Latin-American lightweight titles
2 Win 2–0 Jovanni Straffon KO 3 (10), 0:53 Dec 9, 2023 Chase Center, San Francisco, California, U.S. Retained IBF International lightweight title;
Won vacant WBA Continental Latin-American lightweight title
1 Win 1–0 Juan Carlos Burgos UD 10 Jul 15, 2023 Masonic Temple, Detroit, Michigan, U.S. Won vacant IBF International lightweight title

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Andy Cruz Gómez (born August 12, 1995) is a boxer who competes in the division. Widely regarded as one of Cuba's most accomplished boxers, he amassed a record of 140 wins and 9 losses, highlighted by a in the category at the in , where he defeated in the final. His amateur accolades also include three gold medals at the AIBA World Boxing Championships—in 2017 in , ; 2019 in , ; and 2021 in , —as well as gold medals at the in 2015 in and 2019 in . Turning professional in July 2023 after defecting from and signing a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom , Cruz has quickly established himself in the paid ranks with an undefeated record of 6-0, including 3 . His professional victories include a seventh-round over veteran Morán in August 2024 and a fifth-round technical over Hironori Mishiro on June 14, 2025, the latter earning him a mandatory position as the IBF title eliminator winner. Based in Miami, Florida, the 5-foot-9 orthodox fighter is known for his slick footwork, technical precision, and counterpunching style honed during his dominant amateur tenure. As of November 2025, Cruz is positioned for a major breakthrough, having won a to challenge IBF lightweight champion Raymond Muratalla on January 24, 2026, at the in , a bout that could propel him toward world title contention in a division featuring stars like and . His transition to follows a brief contractual dispute with his initial promoter, New Champion Promotions, which was resolved in his favor by a U.S. court ruling in November 2025, allowing him to fully align with Matchroom.

Background and early life

Early life in Cuba

Andy Cruz Gómez was born on August 12, 1995, in Alacranes, a rural town in the Unión de Reyes municipality of Matanzas province, Cuba. Growing up in a modest neighborhood of this provincial area, known for its agricultural surroundings and close-knit communities, Cruz experienced a typical Cuban childhood marked by limited economic resources but strong family ties. He was raised primarily by his mother, Vivian, in a humble alongside his brother, with his father living nearby; Vivian worked tirelessly to support the while insisting that Cruz prioritize and avoid employment to focus on his education. As a child, Cruz was often unruly and prone to trouble at , a behavior that prompted his initial foray into around age 10, inspired by films, as a way to instill discipline in the local environment of . His determination to channel his energy productively stemmed from a desire to uplift his 's circumstances amid Cuba's economic challenges. Vivian initially opposed Cruz's aspirations in combat sports due to his slender build, worrying that opponents would easily overpower and injure him, but he persisted with the goal of achieving success to provide financial support for his loved ones. In late 2022, following an earlier unsuccessful attempt to leave in mid-2022 and amid Cuba's ongoing economic crisis that spurred athlete defections, Cruz departed the country legally to seek professional opportunities, eventually settling in Miami, Florida, where a large Cuban expatriate community offered familiarity and support. This move separated him from his young son and girlfriend, who remained in Cuba under his mother's care, highlighting the personal sacrifices involved in his transition abroad.

Introduction to boxing and family influence

Andy Cruz began his journey at the age of 10 in his hometown of Alacranes, located in the of , inspired by watching Cuban boxing legend compete on television. Facing frequent troubles at school, Cruz found in a constructive outlet that instilled discipline and focus, helping him channel his energy positively. His entry into the sport was not without challenges, as he had to persuade his family, particularly his mother Vivian, who was initially reluctant due to his slender physique and concerns about potential injuries from opponents' punches. To overcome her reservations, Cruz made a solemn promise that he would become an Olympic champion and secure all possible titles for her, a commitment that ultimately won her support and highlighted the pivotal role his family played in his early development. Cruz's initial training took place at a local sports facility in Alacranes, where he was guided by his first coaches, Gustavo Delgado and El Indio, who quickly recognized his potential and nurtured his foundational skills. Just two months after starting, he entered his debut competition, a provincial tournament in the city of Matanzas, marking the beginning of his competitive experience within Cuba's structured youth boxing pathway. This early success propelled him through the Cuban boxing system, which emphasizes grassroots development from local and provincial levels to national youth competitions, allowing talented athletes like Cruz to progress systematically under state-supported programs. The Cuban boxing tradition profoundly shaped Cruz's technical style during these formative years, with coaches instilling an emphasis on superior footwork, defensive evasion, and precise counterpunching rather than aggressive power exchanges. This approach, rooted in Cuba's renowned system, focused on strategic movement and opponent analysis to exploit weaknesses, as Cruz himself noted the importance of studying rivals' flaws to build effective responses. His family's unwavering encouragement, especially from his mother whom he credits as his "best trainer," complemented these coaching influences, fostering the resilience and dedication that defined his early athletic growth.

Amateur career

Major international achievements

Andy Cruz emerged as a top Cuban amateur boxer through his consistent success in international competitions, particularly in the light welterweight division, where his technical precision and footwork allowed him to maintain undefeated streaks across multiple elite tournaments. His amateur career featured an impressive overall record of 140 wins and 9 losses, with many of those victories coming in high-stakes global and regional events that solidified his reputation as a prospect. One of Cruz's earliest major breakthroughs came at the in , , where he captured the medal in the (56 kg) division by defeating opponents with unanimous decisions, showcasing his early adaptability across weight classes. Building on this momentum, he secured at the in , , in the (64 kg) category, defeating Uzbekistan's Ikboljon Kholdarov in the final by a 5-0 decision to claim his first world title. The following year, Cruz added another regional accolade by winning at the in , , dominating the light welterweight bracket en route to the title. Cruz continued his ascent with a at the in , , again in (64 kg), where he outpointed the ' Keyshawn in the final, extending his undefeated run in continental championships. Later that year, he defended his world championship status by winning at the in , , defeating Davis once more in the light welterweight final via unanimous decision, marking his second consecutive global triumph. He capped this dominant phase with a third straight world at the in Belgrade, Serbia, in light welterweight (63.5 kg), earning the title through a series of decisive victories that highlighted his sustained excellence on the international stage.

Olympic success and highlights

Andy Cruz achieved the pinnacle of his amateur career by winning the gold medal in the men's lightweight division (57-63 kg) at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the final on August 8, he defeated American Keyshawn Davis by split decision, with four judges scoring the bout 29-28 in Cruz's favor and one judge scoring it 29-28 for Davis. This victory marked Cuba's fourth boxing gold at the Games, underscoring the nation's continued dominance in the sport. Cruz's path to the gold was marked by commanding performances in earlier rounds. In the round of 16, he secured a over Great Britain's Luke McCormack, with all five judges scoring 30-27. He advanced through the quarterfinals with a 4-1 decision against Brazil's Wanderson de Oliveira, dominating with precise counterpunching and footwork. In the semifinals, Cruz delivered a masterful unanimous 5-0 victory over Australia's , showcasing superior technical skill to guarantee his spot in the final. These bouts highlighted Cruz's blend of speed, defense, and ring intelligence, which had been honed through prior triumphs. The Olympic gold solidified Cruz's status as one of Cuba's premier amateur boxers, continuing a storied tradition of excellence in the lightweight division. His performance drew widespread acclaim for elevating Cuba's medal haul to seven in boxing across the Tokyo Games, reinforcing the country's legacy as a global powerhouse in the amateur ranks.

Amateur record and notable losses

Andy Cruz amassed an amateur boxing record of 140 wins and 9 losses over 149 bouts from 2011 to 2021, with 10 knockouts among his victories. This win rate of approximately 94% underscores his dominance in the Cuban system, where elite amateurs typically compete in hundreds of bouts and endure 20 or more losses due to the rigorous national training and selection process—comparable to Teófilo Stevenson's 302-22 record. His defeats were infrequent but occurred primarily in early career domestic and youth international competitions, highlighting the competitive depth of Cuban . A notable early loss came against Frank Saldivar in the 46 kg division at the 2011 Cuban School National Games, where Saldivar won by a score of 22-13. In 2012, at age 17, Cruz fell to China's Bin Lu by 16-13 in the quarterfinals of the AIBA Youth World Championships in the 49 kg category. That same year, he suffered a disqualification loss to Yunier Echevarria in the second round of the semifinals at the Cuban National Championships in the 49 kg division. Additional losses included a semifinal defeat to Kevin Hayler Brown at the 2015 Cuban National Championships and other domestic setbacks in 2016 and 2018, as well as international bouts such as against Dzmitry Asanau in the 2015 AIBA World Championships quarterfinals. These rare reversals, often by close decisions or disqualifications, exposed areas for growth in Cruz's technical execution and adherence to rules, ultimately sharpening his defensive precision and tactical adaptability that defined his later career. Such experiences informed his preparation for major events, including the Olympics, by emphasizing resilience in high-stakes environments.

Professional career

Professional debut and early fights (2023–2024)

Andy Cruz made his debut on July 15, 2023, against the experienced at the in , . In an unusual 10-round opener for a first-time pro—far longer than the typical four or six rounds for debutants—Cruz dominated with his technical prowess, securing a victory with scores of 100-90 across all three judges. The bout also awarded him the vacant IBF International title, highlighting the high expectations for the Olympic gold medalist. This matchup against a veteran with 35 wins and a history of challenging for world titles served as a stern test of Cruz's transition from the ranks. Building momentum, Cruz's second professional fight came on December 9, 2023, at the Chase Center in , where he faced Jovanni Straffon. The Cuban southpaw showcased his power and precision early, dropping Straffon twice in the third round before the referee stopped the contest, earning a technical knockout victory. This win improved his record to 2-0 and demonstrated his ability to adapt to rules, including three-minute rounds and heavier gloves without —differences from his amateur career that required adjustments in pacing and defensive strategy following his defection from . Signed initially with New Champion Promotions, Cruz's early performances began propelling him into rankings. In this bout, he retained the IBF International title and won the vacant WBA Continental title. In his third outing on February 24, 2024, at the Caribe Royale in , Cruz outpointed Brayan Zamarripa Rodriguez over 10 rounds by (99-91, 99-91, 100-90), further solidifying his undefeated streak at 3-0. Cruz's amateur background, with its emphasis on speed and footwork, aided his quick start in the pros, allowing him to control distance and land combinations effectively against a durable opponent. By April 2024, he had risen to No. 10 in the IBF rankings. These initial fights underscored Cruz's successful acclimation to the professional scene, where he balanced offensive flair with tactical discipline amid the physical and regulatory shifts from amateur boxing.

Regional titles and contender status

In late 2024, following a series of impressive early professional victories that showcased his technical prowess and footwork, Andy Cruz stepped up to claim his first regional championship by defeating Antonio Moran via seventh-round technical knockout on August 3, 2024, at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California. The bout, contested for the vacant WBA Continental Americas lightweight title, saw Cruz overcome an aggressive start from the durable Mexican veteran Moran (30-7-1, 21 KOs) before landing a devastating right hand that prompted the referee to stop the fight at 2:59 of the round, improving Cruz's record to 4-0 with 2 KOs. Cruz made a successful defense of the WBA Continental Americas belt in his next outing, outclassing Omar Salcido via over 10 rounds on January 25, 2025, at the in , . The judges scored the fight 99-91, 98-92, and 98-92 in favor of Cruz, who dominated with superior jab work and ring generalship against the previously unbeaten Salcido (20-2, 14 KOs), dropping his own record to 5-0. In addition to retaining his WBA title, the victory retained his IBF International title, further solidifying his status as a holder of multiple regional honors in the division. These title wins propelled Cruz into the upper echelons of the rankings across major sanctioning bodies, establishing him as a legitimate contender by early 2025. He entered the top 10 worldwide, achieving positions of No. 5 in the IBF, No. 6 in the WBC, and No. 4 in the WBA as of January 2025.

IBF lightweight title eliminator

On June 14, 2025, Andy Cruz faced Hironori Mishiro in an IBF-mandated title eliminator at the in , a bout that served as the final hurdle to determine the division's number-one contender. The fight, scheduled for 12 rounds, highlighted Cruz's transition from regional titleholder to world-level contention, building on his prior IBF International title defenses. Mishiro, a durable Japanese veteran with a record of 17-1-1 entering the match, entered as a tough test but was outclassed from the opening bell. Cruz delivered a dominant performance, utilizing his amateur-honed footwork and counterpunching to control the distance and land precise combinations. In the early rounds, he peppered Mishiro with jabs and hooks, gradually breaking down his opponent's defenses while absorbing minimal damage. By the fifth round, Cruz's power shots overwhelmed Mishiro, culminating in a barrage of punches that forced Eric Dali to stop the contest at 1:13 after Mishiro's corner threw in the towel amid visible swelling and fatigue. statistics underscored Cruz's superiority, with him landing 47 power punches to Mishiro's 24 total connections, demonstrating his accuracy and output in a one-sided affair. The technical improved Cruz's professional record to 6-0 with 3 , marking his most impressive stoppage to date. The victory immediately elevated Cruz to status for the IBF title, positioning him for a high-profile showdown and validating his rapid ascent in the professional ranks. Post-fight, Cruz expressed confidence in his readiness for level, calling out potential rivals while emphasizing his technical edge. Following his victory in the IBF lightweight title eliminator against Hironori Mishiro on June 14, 2025, Andy Cruz faced significant off-ring obstacles that threatened his path to a world championship bout. In December 2023, Cruz filed a against New Champion Promotions (NCP), accusing the company and its president, Jesse Rodriguez, of breaching terms and violating the by improperly withholding approximately $124,000 from his fight purses while acting as both promoter and manager. The legal battle culminated in a favorable ruling on November 6, 2025, when a U.S. federal invalidated Cruz's 2022 promotional agreement with NCP, freeing the Cuban southpaw from the disputed and allowing him to pursue new opportunities without financial encumbrances from the prior arrangement. With his contractual status resolved, Cruz swiftly transitioned to a new promotional partnership. On October 23, 2025, Matchroom Boxing secured the rights to promote Cruz's upcoming by winning the IBF with an $888,888 offer, outbidding Top Rank's $550,000 submission; under IBF rules, the purse will be split 65% to champion Raymond Muratalla and 35% to Cruz as the challenger. This move to Matchroom, led by promoter , positions Cruz under a major international banner, potentially expanding his visibility on platforms like while aligning him with high-profile events. The shift paved the way for Cruz's IBF title challenge, ordered by the sanctioning body on October 3, 2025, mandating a defense by champion Muratalla against the unbeaten mandatory challenger by February 10, 2026. The bout is now scheduled for January 24, 2026, at the in , , where the 29-year-old Cruz (6-0, 3 KOs) will aim to capture the vacant or defended IBF belt in his seventh professional fight. This matchup pits Cruz's Olympic pedigree and technical prowess against Muratalla's power-punching style, with a victory potentially elevating Cruz to full contender status in the crowded division and extending his perfect professional record. The outcome could reshape title contention at 135 pounds, as Cruz seeks to build on his gold-medal legacy in the professional ranks.

Boxing record

Professional record

Andy Cruz maintains an undefeated professional record of 6–0, with 3 wins by knockout or technical knockout, representing a 50% stoppage rate, and has fought a total of 45 rounds as of November 2025.
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRd., TimeDateLocationNotes
6Win6–0Hironori MishiroTKO5 (12), 1:13Jun 14, 2025Hulu Theater, New York, NY, U.S.IBF lightweight title eliminator
5Win5–0Omar SalcidoUD10 (10)Jan 25, 2025The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, NV, U.S.Retained WBA Continental Americas lightweight title
4Win4–0Antonio MoranTKO7 (10), 2:59Aug 3, 2024BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.Won WBA Continental Americas lightweight title
3Win3–0Brayan ZamarripaUD10 (10)Feb 24, 2024Kia Center, Orlando, FL, U.S.Retained IBF International lightweight title; vacant WBA Continental Americas lightweight title
2Win2–0Jovanni StraffonTKO3 (10), 0:53Dec 9, 2023Chase Center, San Francisco, CA, U.S.Won IBF International lightweight title; vacant WBA Continental Americas lightweight title
1Win1–0Juan Carlos BurgosUD10 (10)Jul 15, 2023Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI, U.S.Professional debut

Amateur record

Andy Cruz's amateur boxing career began in 2005 at the age of 10 in his hometown of , , and extended until 2023 prior to his defection from the national team. Throughout this period, he compiled an impressive overall record of 140 wins and 9 losses, with 10 of those victories coming by or technical knockout. The majority of his wins were achieved in domestic Cuban national championships and tournaments, where he captured multiple medals, including four consecutive national titles from 2016 to 2019; his losses were primarily concentrated in early-career domestic competitions. Cruz exhibited notable patterns of late-career dominance, transitioning from occasional early setbacks to extended unbeaten streaks, particularly in international settings after honing his skills through rigorous national-level bouts.

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