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Isaac 'Pitbull' Cruz vs. Lamont Roach: Preview, storylines

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Prince Horton | Last updated Dec 3, 2025 8:14 PM ET

Highlights

Both fighters share Gervonta 'Tank' Davis as a common opponent
Competitive styles make this weekend’s matchup must-see TV
Start time and full card details revealed

Every so often boxing serves up a matchup that feels like a debating table come to life. That’s what you get when two fighters with the same common measuring stick — and yes, we’re talking about Gevonta 'Tank' Davis — finally share a ring. One fan might insist one gave Tank the tougher night. Another swears the opposite. And somehow, both of them might be right. All that matters now is this weekend, when these two step back under the lights in San Antonio with a start time that fans should probably circle twice.

This one has intrigue, experience and momentum baked into it — the kind of fight that sneaks up on you and suddenly becomes the weekend’s main conversation.

Cruz vs. Roach Fight Date & Start Time

Date: Saturday, December 6
Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas
Main Card Start Time: 8pm ET / 5pm PT / 1am GMT (Sunday)

Full Cruz vs. Roach Fight Card

Isaac Cruz vs. Lamont Roach — WBC interim super lightweight title
Erislandy Lara vs. Janibek Alimkhanuly — IBF & WBO middleweight titles
Stephen Fulton vs. O'Shaquie Foster — WBC super featherweight title
Jesus Ramos vs. Shane Mosley Jr. — Middleweight bout

How to Watch Cruz vs. Roach

Fans in both the U.S. and U.K. can watch the full event live on Prime Video PPV.

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Flexible Monthly Pass: £24.99 / $29.99 per month

Where the Fight Takes Place

The bout will be held at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, home of the NBA’s Spurs and capable of seating up to 19,000 fans.

To cap it off, this matchup brings together two fighters who know exactly what it means to rise to big occasions. With styles that clash perfectly and stakes that matter, Saturday night in San Antonio has all the makings of a solid match up.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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