Cruz was only able to land 23% of his total punches and 27% of his power punches while Valenzuela landed 33% and 41% respectively. In addition to being more accurate, Valenzuela landed 53 more punches than Cruz and 26 more power punches than Cruz. Valenzuela achieved double digits in landed punches in 11 of the 12 rounds while Cruz reached double digits in 5 of the 12 rounds. One judge scored it for Cruz 115-113 while the other two judges scored it 116-112 for Valenzuela.

CompuBox punch stats: Jose Valenzuela-Isaac Cruz

Mohamed Mimoune battled through a swollen eye to record a fifth-round stoppage of Tyrone McKenna at Belfast’s SSE Arena. In so doing Mimoune avenged his highly controversial loss to McKenna. The welterweights first met four years ago. Mimoune was widely considered a clear winner at the final bell of their first encounter, but to the amazement of many McKenna was awarded a unanimous decision.

Mohamed Mimoune stops Tyrone McKenna to earn revenge

Los Angeles, CA

Martin Bakole has paid tribute to Jared Anderson’s willingness to "risk" fighting him on Saturday. The heavyweights fight at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, on the undercard of Israil Madrimov-Terence Crawford, in a contest that represents the promising Anderson’s biggest test. At 24 and across the course...

Martin Bakole commends ‘risk taker’ Jared Anderson

Terence Crawford defeated Israil Madrimov in a tactical bout, securing a unanimous decision victory after 12 rounds to win the WBA junior middleweight title at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. (Photos: Mark Robinson / Matchroom Boxing) Jose Valenzuela defeated Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz by a split decision to become the...

Photo gallery: Terence Crawford-Israil Madrimov fight

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

LOS ANGELES – Hip-hop icon Eminem warmed up the crowd at BMO Stadium on Saturday night with a brief concert to mark Riyadh Season's debut boxing event in the United States. Terence Crawford, the best fighter in the world, and Israil Madrimov, the WBA junior middleweight titleholder, both made electric entrances into the ring.

Terence Crawford beats Israil Madrimov to become four-division champ

Jose “Rayo” Valenzuela (14-2, 9 KOs) outboxed WBA light welterweight champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz (26-3-1, 18 KOs), beating him by a 12-round split decision in the chief support bout on Saturday night at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. ‘Rayo’ Valenzuela used his 5’10” height, long...

Boxing Results: Jose Valenzuela Dethrones Pitbull Cruz

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CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Floyd Mayweather has opened up about why he chose to fight in Mexico as the boxing legend prepares to face John Gotti III for the second time. The pair undertook a controversial first meeting in 2023 when referee Kenny Bayless decided to disqualify Gotti. This action resulted in a full-scale arena riot, with many people – including celebrities – injured in the unrest.

Floyd Mayweather explains decision to fight in Mexico

Two Olympic boxers, Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting, remain at the heart of a heated debate over participation in the Paris 2024 Games, but neither is a Mike Tyson. Khelif and Yu-Ting made the Quarter-Finals after a storm brewed over previous failures of unspecified gender tests in 2023. Khelif defeated Angela Carini, who walked out of their fight before apologizing for doing so. At the same time, Yu-Ting won her bout dominantly 5-0.

Khelif and Yu-Ting have 6 KOs in 78 fights – they’re no Mike Tyson

It’s always an impressive knockout when you get Conor McGregor’s attention. That’s exactly what Josh Dyer delivered on Saturday night after he demolished William Albrecht with a stunning right hook that sent him flying face first into the canvas. It was a wild exchange with both fighters just launching bombs with Albrecht charging forward but it was a vicious right from Dyer that twisted his head around and sent him to the ground in a heap. Replays showed the punch landing clean on the jaw as Albrecht’s eyes roll back before he falls face first to the canvas. Seated next...

BKFC 63 video: Josh Dyer faceplants opponent with jaw-dropping knockout, Conor McGregor reacts ringside

Jose “Rayo” Valenzuela beat Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz to take the WBA super lightweight title today, a big upset to crown a new titleholder at 140 lbs. Valenzuela (14-2, 9 KO) won a split decision, taking two cards of 116-112, with the third judge scoring the fight 115-113 for Cruz.

Jose Valenzuela upsets Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz to win WBA title

Heavyweights Andy Ruiz Jr and Jarrell Miller fought to a majority draw on August 3 at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. The bout was featured on the PPV undercard leading to Terence Crawford vs Israil Madrimov. The contest saw the former three-belt unified champion of Imperial, California up against the...

Video: Andy Ruiz Jr vs Jarrell Miller ends in draw

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Caroline Dubois comfortably earned a unanimous decision over Maira Moneo at Barnsley’s Oakwell Stadium to win the Uruguayan’s WBC interim lightweight title. Dubois, 10-0 (5 KOs), found her groove from the opening bell and kept the aggressive Moneo, 14-1 (3 KOs), at bay throughout their 10-round fight. She...

Caroline Dubois becomes mandatory challenger to Katie Taylor's WBC lightweight title

Taila Santos is vocal about her belief that Dakota Ditcheva had an easier route in the PFL playoffs, suggesting favoritism in opponent selection. Both fighters need just one more victory to reach the 2024 PFL flyweight final, where a $1 million prize awaits. Santos criticized the competitiveness of Ditcheva's matchups, emphasizing her own challenging path in the league, including victories over tough opponents. The climax of their rivalry could occur if both secure their playoff spots, with Santos eager to demonstrate her skills against Ditcheva. Santos is focused on her upcoming match against Liz Carmouche, who presents a formidable challenge.

Taila Santos vs. Dakota Ditcheva in PFL Flyweight Final: Santos Challenges Favoritism Claims

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz has capitalized on his performance against Gervonta “Tank” Davis since their December 2021 fight — and that’s a fight that many boxing fans and observers, including the spokesman for Premier Boxing Champions, would like to see again. “I really like Pitbull....

Gervonta Davis-Isaac Cruz rematch remains an exciting possibility

WBA super lightweight champion Isaac Cruz (26-2-1, 18 KOs) is scheduled to make his first title defense today, when he faces top contender Jose Valenzuela (13-2, 9 KOs) at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California. The match will be the co-feature to the Terence Crawford versus Israil Madrimov card. The first Riyadh Season card to be held in the United States. Turki Alalshikh is determined to bring boxing fans the best matchups possible and this one doesn’t not disappoint. Fans will be treated to a great boxing card, featuring boxers from multiple promotional companies on one stellar card.

Isaac Cruz vs. Jose Valenzuela: Strategic Analysis

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CompuBox punch stats: Andy Ruiz Jr.-Jarrell Miller

Ruiz started fast, out-landing Miller 47-40 over the first 4 rounds. From the fifth...

CompuBox punch stats: Andy Ruiz Jr.-Jarrell Miller

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