In a fight that has generated buzz by virtue of the familiar, formidable foe each man shares, Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz and Lamont Roach will go head-to-head for the WBC Interim Super Lightweight title.
This highly anticipated clash, which pits the two most formidable opponents of Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis’ career against each other, is set to headline a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video on Saturday, December 6, from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
A Battle For Redemption and a New Title
For both fighters, this contest is a chance to move beyond the shadow of the man whose name they are most closely linked to: ‘Tank’ Davis.
Cruz (28-3-1, 18 KOs), the Mexican star, solidified his status as a legitimate threat when he pushed Davis to a razor-thin, hard-fought unanimous decision in December 2021. Cruz was the first fighter to take Davis the full distance in years, earning him the moniker “Pitbull” and a massive, loyal fan base, particularly in Texas. Now, having recently captured the interim WBC 140-pound title, he defends it in a major main event.
Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs), the reigning WBA Super Featherweight World Champion, comes into the fight fresh off his own controversial draw with Davis in March, a result many observers felt should have gone in Roach’s favor. With the hoped-for rematch against Davis now off the table due to the soon-to-be-former champion’s move to face Jake Paul, Roach is skipping the lightweight division entirely to challenge for a title at super lightweight immediately.
The ‘Tank’ Connections: Cruz and Roach’s Common Foe
The unique narrative of this fight is undeniable: it’s the two boxers who gave Gervonta Davis his most complicated nights finally facing one another.
Cruz is an aggressive, unrelenting pressure fighter whose style forces opponents into uncomfortable exchanges. Roach is a technically gifted counter-puncher whose slick defense and ring generalship baffled Davis in their March showdown. The winner will earn more than just the interim WBC belt; they will gain the definitive bragging rights as the man who emerged strongest from the Davis saga, setting themselves up for a mega-fight with a top name in the bustling 140-pound division.
A Major Move-Up in Weight for Roach
For Lamont Roach, the decision to jump up two weight classes from super featherweight (130 lbs) is a calculated risk. While he proved his durability and class at 135 pounds against Davis, the junior welterweight division (140 lbs) presents a significant power step-up.
However, moving up to face a smaller-statured, though incredibly powerful, puncher like Cruz allows Roach to capitalize on his advantages in height and reach (Roach stands 5’7″ with a 69″ reach, compared to Cruz’s 5’4″ and 63″ reach). Roach must rely on his superior boxing IQ to diffuse Cruz’s pressure, while Cruz will be aiming to close the distance and test Roach’s chin at the heavier weight class.
San Antonio Set for PPV Showdown: Ticket Details
San Antonio’s Frost Bank Center is the ideal venue, promising a raucous, fight-hungry atmosphere, particularly given Cruz’s immense popularity among the local Latin community.
The fighters will formally kick off the promotion with a launch press conference this Wednesday, October 8, at the Frost Bank Center.
Ticket Information:
Pre-Sale Tickets: Available Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. CT until 10 p.m. CT through Ticketmaster.com with the code: PBC
Public On-Sale: Begins Thursday, October 9 at 10 a.m. CT through Ticketmaster.com
Event Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas
Broadcast: PBC Pay-Per-View on Prime Video
The winner of this clash will cement themselves as a top contender at 140 pounds and earn the right to look toward future unification bouts and the biggest names in the sport.
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