Isaac Cruz Gambles Millions For $600,000

Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz is set to defend his priority position for a winter clash with Ryan Garcia by fighting Nestor Bravo tonight at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego. According to official payroll numbers disclosed by the California State Athletic Commission, Cruz is guaranteed a minimum purse of $600,000, while Bravo is guaranteed $175,000.

Cruz is reportedly taking a massive financial gamble, as any injury or cut sustained during the fight could derail a potential multi-million dollar winter bout against Garcia. If Cruz is sidelined, Garcia's promoters are expected to pivot to other opponents like Angel Fierro rather than waiting for Cruz to heal.