Leo Santa Cruz ""El Terremoto""
Professional Record
Fighter Information
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- Residence
- Rosemead, California, USA
- Nationality
- USA
- Gender
- M
- Height
- 171
- Reach
- 175
- Stance
- orthodox
- Debut
- 10/13/2006
- Total Fights
- 41
- Total Rounds
- 277
- Win Rate
- 92.7%
- KO Rate
- 50.0%
- Losses by KO
- 1
About
Leo "El Terremoto" Santa Cruz is a Mexican professional boxer who was born on August 10, 1988. With a height of 171cm and a reach of 175cm, Santa Cruz has made a name for himself in the bantamweight, super bantamweight, featherweight, and super featherweight weight classes. His orthodox stance and impressive boxing skills have earned him a large fanbase and numerous accolades throughout his career.
Known for his relentless work rate and ability to throw high volumes of punches, Santa Cruz has become a force to be reckoned with in the ring. He combines his speed, accuracy, and power to overwhelm his opponents, often pushing them to their limits. This relentless style has become a trademark of Santa Cruz's fights, earning him the nickname "El Terremoto," which translates to "The Earthquake."
Over the years, Santa Cruz has faced some of the toughest opponents in his weight classes. He has shared the ring with boxing greats such as Carl Frampton, Abner Mares, and Guillermo Rigondeaux. These high-profile fights have showcased Santa Cruz's skills and determination, solidifying his status as one of the top fighters in the sport.
Throughout his career, Santa Cruz has achieved impressive success. He has held multiple world titles across various weight divisions, further cementing his legacy as a versatile and accomplished boxer. Santa Cruz's ability to adapt to different weight classes and consistently perform at a high level is a testament to his dedication and skill.
One of the defining traits of Santa Cruz's style is his ability to throw punches from different angles and combinations. His non-stop punching often puts his opponents on the back foot, forcing them to constantly defend and find answers to his relentless pressure. Santa Cruz's aggression and accuracy make him a formidable opponent for anyone in the ring.
In addition to his punching prowess, Santa Cruz's boxing IQ is often overlooked. He possesses an astute understanding of timing and distance, allowing him to dictate the pace of the fight and exploit his opponents' weaknesses. Santa Cruz's ability to strategize and adjust his game plan mid-fight has led to him achieving victory in numerous challenging matchups.
Outside of his skills inside the ring, Santa Cruz is known for his humble and respectful demeanor. He has garnered a reputation as a true sportsman, always giving credit to his opponents and showing appreciation for the sport of boxing. Santa Cruz's sportsmanship and dedication to his craft have endeared him to fans all over the world.
As Santa Cruz continues to compete and aim for further accomplishments in the sport, boxing enthusiasts eagerly await his next moves. Whether it be defending his titles or stepping up to face new challenges, there is no doubt that Santa Cruz will bring his trademark intensity and skill to each and every fight.
In conclusion, Leo Santa Cruz's journey in the world of boxing has been nothing short of remarkable. From his early days as a young prospect to becoming a multi-weight world champion, Santa Cruz has consistently displayed an unmatched work ethic and determination. With his unique fighting style and unwavering dedication to his craft, Santa Cruz has rightfully earned his place among the top fighters in the sport.
Fights
| Fight | Venue | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Feb 2022 | Win | N/A | |
| 40 | Oct 2020 | Loss | N/A | |
| 39 | Nov 2019 | Win | N/A | |
| 38 | Feb 2019 | Win | N/A | |
| 37 | Jun 2018 | Win | N/A | |
| 36 | Oct 2017 | Win | N/A | |
| 35 | Jan 2017 | Win | N/A | |
| 34 | Jul 2016 | Loss | N/A | |
| 33 | Feb 2016 | Win | N/A | |
| 32 | Aug 2015 | Win | N/A | |
| 31 | May 2015 | Win | N/A | |
| 30 | Jan 2015 | Win | N/A | |
| 29 | Sep 2014 | Win | N/A | |
| 28 | Mar 2014 | Win | N/A | |
| 27 | Dec 2013 | Win | N/A | |
| 26 | Aug 2013 | Win | N/A | |
| 25 | May 2013 | Win | N/A | |
| 24 | Dec 2012 | Win | N/A | |
| 23 | Nov 2012 | Win | N/A | |
| 22 | Sep 2012 | Win | N/A | |
| 21 | Jun 2012 | Win | N/A | |
| 20 | Jan 2012 | Win | N/A | |
| 19 | Nov 2011 | Win | N/A | |
| 18 | Jul 2011 | Win | N/A | |
| 17 | Jun 2011 | Win | N/A | |
| 16 | Mar 2011 | Win | N/A | |
| 15 | Oct 2010 | Win | N/A | |
| 14 | Jun 2010 | Win | N/A | |
| 13 | Dec 2009 | Win | N/A | |
| 12 | Nov 2009 | Win | N/A | |
| 11 | Aug 2009 | Win | N/A | |
| 10 | Jul 2009 | Win | N/A | |
| 9 | Mar 2009 | Win | N/A | |
| 8 | Sep 2008 | Win | N/A | |
| 7 | Jul 2008 | Win | N/A | |
| 6 | Mar 2008 | Win | N/A | |
| 5 | Jan 2008 | Win | N/A | |
| 4 | Nov 2007 | Win | N/A | |
| 3 | Oct 2007 | Win | N/A | |
| 2 | Jan 2007 | Draw | N/A | |
| 1 | Oct 2006 | Win | N/A |