Easter powers his way past Cruz, retains 135-pound world championship
Robert Easter Jr. didn’t get the knockout he was seeking against Luis Cruz, but he was no less dominant defending his world title in front of a hometown crowd.
Easter not about to overlook Cruz in first 135-pound title defense
If his opponent’s recent résumé is any indication, Robert Easter Jr.'s first 135-pound title defense could be a quick one. Just don’t expect the new champion to go making any brash early-knockout predictions.
Cruz determined to make most of first championship opportunity
Luis Cruz’s performance in his last fight was akin to that of a professional golfer who is cruising along with six-shot lead with three holes to play when he inexplicably starts shanking balls all over the course.
Easter, Warren to defend world titles February 10 in Toledo, Ohio
Back in September, dozens of friends and family members made the trek from Toledo, Ohio, to Reading, Pennsylvania, to watch Robert Easter Jr. claim a vacant 135-pound title with a win over Richard Commey. Easter’s supporters won’t have nearly as far to travel to watch their hometown hero make his first title defense.
Ivan Redkach and Luis Cruz take turns hitting the deck, settle for a split draw
The fight seemed to be slipping away from Ivan Redkach as it got into the late rounds, but one big left hand allowed him to regain a grip on things.
Ivan Redkach fueled by disappointment entering crucial bout against Luis Cruz
Ivan Redkach is still haunted by how his fight against Dejan Zlaticanin ended last June.
Heavy hitter Ivan Redkach to battle Luis Cruz in 140-pound clash on April 19
In his last fight, Ivan Redkach added an important accomplishment to his professional résumé: He proved he’s capable of rebounding from a defeat. Of course, the rising 140-pound prospect hopes he’ll never have to prove it again.
