Reigning WBA 130-pound champion Lamont Roach (pictured) and former WBA 140-pound champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz went face-to-face at a press conference in San Antonio on Wednesday to officially announce their showdown headlining a PBC pay-per-view event on Prime Video on Saturday, December 6th from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. Pitbull vs. Roach presents a pivotal 140-pound clash as each look for a signature victory to separate themselves from the rest of the stacked junior welterweight division. The popular Mexican star Cruz will hope to send his fans home happy, while Roach can continue to push his trajectory upward after fighting Gervonta “Tank” Davis to a draw [that should have been a Roach win] earlier this year. Here is what Roach had to say Wednesday from Frost Bank Center:
LAMONT ROACH
“I told everyone what I’m here to do. I want to bring old-school boxing back. Me accepting this fight with Cruz proves that I’m like that. I’m definitely gonna give you guys a banger.
“I’m confident in my work. Like any other fight. It’s not just ‘Pitbull’. I’m always looking to hurt, demolish and stop every opponent. I look for that opportunity every time.
“Cruz is a hell of a fighter. He’s explosive and he’s the kind of guy the fans love to see. I’m definitely a great dance partner to complement his style. Just be tuned in. It’s gonna be what you guys expect. I’m gonna win and it’s gonna be a great show.
“I love facing his style, because it plays right into my strengths. It’s gonna show on December 6. All I have to do is do what I know how to do and I’ll be victorious for sure.
“If you can’t withstand what I’ve got, then it’s gonna be a long night for you. If you’re ready, then it’s gonna be a great fight.
“I’m gonna be strong as hell. I have less weight to cut and more room to work with. I’m in my physical prime right now and moving up in weight is another notch for me.
“Pitbull was always on our radar. We weren’t surprised when it came together. I’m trying to be one of the best fighters in the world. So going up and beating a champion like Cruz is a testament to what I can do in the ring.
“This would be a great statement. Some of these fighters might see me as a smaller guy coming up in weight and be eager to fight me. When I win this fight, I’ll be in line for the WBC champion or any of the other champions. That’s what I want. I want to give fans the best fights and prove I’m one of the best fighters in the world.”
LAMONT ROACH SR., Roach’s Father & Trainer
“I’m so excited about this fight and to be here in San Antonio. We’ve fought here before and had a good outing and loved the fans. I’ve got some roots here in Texas, so I love to be here. Everything’s bigger in Texas and we’re here to have a big matchup of champion against champion.
“We know ‘Pitbull’ is coming, but we’re gonna be ready. My son said he’s ready to go on his legacy run and we’re showing it by coming up here to 140. We’re here to make noise and make a statement.”
TOM BROWN, President of TGB Promotions
“It’s great to be back promoting another big fight in the Alamo City. San Antonio has a rich boxing history with so many great battles and great champions. On Saturday, December 6 we’re gonna come right back with ‘Pitbull’ Cruz taking on Lamont Roach.
“We all know Pitbull is a Mexican fan-favorite and Roach is coming off a controversial draw over one of the most dangerous fighters in the sport, which proved that he’s one of the top fighters out there today. Now he’s stepping up in weight once again to take on the dangerous slugger Cruz. Roach is showing that he has an old school mentality and is willing to take on all challengers.
“This is a very dangerous fight for both fighters and both fighters feel they can win this fight. The winner will be in a great place heading into 2026.
“This sport needs a new star and with a spectacular win by ‘Pitbull’ Cruz, he could be launched into taking over those coveted May and September Mexican holidays. A big win by Lamont could put him in position to be the next big American pay-per-view star. There’s a lot on the line and it’s gonna be a great night on Saturday, December 6th here in San Antonio.”
