Comments Thread For: Raymond Muratalla-Andy Cruz purse bid won by Matchroom Boxing

[CubanGuyNYC]

I’ve yet to see Muratalla fight. His record looks good, and his last victory was solid. Besides winning a belt, it would be a nice feather if Cruz can overcome him. Very happy to see my boy getting a shot so early in his career. He needs it, as Andy is already 30 years-old.

[BlackRobb]

But this is exactly what fans complain about — the best avoiding the best for business reasons. I get you, and I agree from a manager’s perspective, but I applaud Raymond for doing what champions are supposed to do. The sport of boxing needs more of these “dumb” moves.

Bob wants to avoid Cruz for as long as possible, but the IBF doesn't work for Arum ~ the WBO does. Muratella can't beat Cruz. He might as well take the highest offer to lose. That was Turki's offer. Now he will make relative peanuts to get schooled by the Cuban on a Matchroom card.

[LA_2_Vegas]

I hope this fight happens, it'd be a must watch for me.

[MulaKO]

I like Muratalla and his approach to boxing is a refreshing one
But I also gotta be truthful and can see him getting defeated by the much more skilled Cruz
Muratalla is a little raw around the edges and will jump into the line of fire without hesitation

[BlackRobb]

Muratella is a good fighter. Cruz is just on another level.