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Boxing News / ESPN / November 14

Muratalla-Cruz tops Matchroom's early '26 slate

Matchroom Boxing's early 2026 slate includes Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz on Jan 24, a rematch between British stars Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington on Feb.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 2
Raymond Muratalla Vs. Andy Cruz – How Does It Play Out?

Raymond Muratalla Vs. Andy Cruz – How Does It Play Out?

IBF Lightweight Champion Raymond Muratalla (23-0, 17 KOs) will reportedly face Andy Cruz (6-0, 3 KOs) on January 24th from Las Vegas’ Fontainebleau.  The news follows after Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing beat Top Rank to stage the fight with a purse bid of $888,888.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 24
Matchroom Boxing Wins Purse Bid For Major Lightweight Title Fight

Matchroom Boxing Wins Purse Bid For Major Lightweight Title Fight

Raymond Muratalla will compete under the Matchroom Boxing banner, at least for one fight. The 28-year-old champion is set to defend the IBF lightweight title against Andy Cruz on a date yet to be determined in early 2026.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 3

IBF orders Andy Cruz to challenge for lightweight title

The lightweight division often attracts much interest, with Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson often dazzling. The division has now taken another twist, with Eddie Hearn revealing to The Ring that the IBF has ordered Raymond Muratalla to defend his belt against mandatory challenger, Andy Cruz.

Boxing News / NY Fights / June 29

Shockwave: Floyd Schofield Delivers First Round KO Over Farmer

The Paul vs. Chavez Jr. card in Anaheim Saturday opened with a bang, courtesy of Kid Austin, and it sent a shockwave through the lightweight division.

Boxing News / NY Fights / June 26
Love Them Or Hate Them, Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Are Back

Love Them Or Hate Them, Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Are Back

Critics blast them. Fans adore them. Their boxing pedigrees and backgrounds couldn’t be more different. When Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. share a ring on Saturday night in Anaheim, California, it will all be on display for fans to cheer or catcall.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 10
Raymond Muratalla Crowned New IBF Lightweight Champion After Lomachenko’s Retirement

Raymond Muratalla Crowned New IBF Lightweight Champion After Lomachenko’s Retirement

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) has officially named Raymond Muratalla as the new lightweight world champion, following Vasyl Lomachenko’s retirement from the sport at age 37.

Almeria News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Raymond Muratalla: The Rising Force Redefining Knockouts

Raymond Muratalla: The Rising Force Redefining Knockouts

Raymond Muratalla's ascent to professional athlete status is a plain show of mental strength in pursuit of excellence. Making his debut in 2016, his record 22- 0- 17 KOS has earned him rankings with various boxing bodies.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 9
Emanuel Navarrete vs Charly Suarez: Weigh-In Results & Betting Odds

Emanuel Navarrete vs Charly Suarez: Weigh-In Results & Betting Odds

There was a ton of concern on Friday afternoon in San Diego, CA, as WBO super featherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete (39-2-1, 32 KOs) took three attempts before finally making 130 pounds ahead of Saturday’s fight against Charly Suarez (18-0, 10 KOs) on ESPN.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 7

Raymond Muratalla Is Locked In Ahead of IBF Interim Title Fight In San Diego

The lightweight division title picture looks to get a little clearer on Saturday night live from the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, CA. Top Rank & ESPN host a card that is headlined by WBO super featherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete (39-2-1, 32 KOs) taking on the undefeated contender Charly Suarez (18-0, 10 KOs) in a scheduled 12-round bout.

Almeria News / Big Fight Weekend / April 30

Raymond Muratalla: ‘Ready to Show Out’ on May 10

Unbeaten lightweight contender Raymond Muratalla is set to return to action on May 10 against Zaur Abdullaev for the vacant interim IBF lightweight world title at Pechanga Arena San Diego.

Almeria News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Raymond Muratalla Eyes IBF Interim Belt On May 10th

Raymond Muratalla Eyes IBF Interim Belt On May 10th

World Boxing Organization (WBO) super featherweight titleholder Emanuel Navarrete (39-2-1, 32 KOs) eyes to defend his title against unbeaten little known #1 ranked Charly Suarez (18-0, 10 KOs) in the 12-round headline episode on May 10th at the Pechanga Arena San Diego.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 3, 2024

Conceição vs Foster 2 Fight Results: Foster Scores SD Victory

After a much debated first fight, the second was just as close, but the right fighter was awarded the victory. O’Shaquie Foster (23-3, 12 KOs) earned a split decision over Robson Conceição (19-3-1, 9 KOs) to become a two-time WBC super featherweight champion.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / November 2, 2024
Raymond Muratalla Seeks Redemption With Knockout Win

Raymond Muratalla Seeks Redemption With Knockout Win

Raymond Muratalla is expected to make his presence felt in the 10-round fight with Jesus Perez tonight at Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 14, 2024
Raymond Muratalla Reveals Who He Wants to Fight Next Following Tevin Farmer Win

Raymond Muratalla Reveals Who He Wants to Fight Next Following Tevin Farmer Win

Raymond Muratalla (21-0, 16 KOs) remains on course for a world title shot after defeating Tevin Farmer (33-6-1, 8 KOs, 1 NC) by unanimous decision (97-92, 96-93 and 95-94) on Saturday, July 13, at the Palms Casino and Resort’s Pearl Theater in Las Vegas, NV, as the main event on a Top Rank card.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 17, 2024
Raymond Muratalla Finishes Strong to Decision Tevin Farmer

Raymond Muratalla Finishes Strong to Decision Tevin Farmer

Raymond Muratalla (21-0, 16 KOs) required a strong finish to defeat Tevin Farmer (33-6-1, 8 KOs, 1 NC) in their Saturday night fight. Scores were 97-92, 96-93 and 95-94, giving Muratalla a unanimous decision victory.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 12, 2024

Raymond Muratalla vs. Tevin Farmer: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction

Following a cancellation, a lightweight clash between Raymond Muratalla (20-0, 16 KOs) and Tevin Farmer (33-5-1, 8 KOs, 1 NC) has received a promotion.

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