Pitbull Cruz knocks out Nestor Bravo in San Diego main event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:08 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz scored a left hook knockout against Nestor Bravo at 1:36 of the sixth round in San Diego on September 20, 2026. The fight began with Cruz knocking Bravo down in the first round, leading to two point deductions for Bravo due to fouls. Cruz managed to control the bout despite Bravo's efforts to turn it into a brawl. After his victory, Cruz issued a challenge to Ryan Garcia, who responded positively on social media, indicating interest in a December bout.
- •Cruz improves to 29-3-2 with 19 KOs.
- •Bravo falls to 24-2 with 17 KOs.
- •Cruz knocked Bravo down in the first round.
- •Referee Thomas Taylor deducted points from Bravo for holding and fouls.
- •Cruz called out Ryan Garcia after the fight.
- 7:08 AMYahoo Sports — Dog Eat Dog: Pitbull Cruz Saves Ugly Fight With KO Ending
"Pitbull Cruz thrilled his fans with a knockout conclusion to ugly fight with Nestor Bravo.
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