Damian Cruz: Wanted More Than a Single Bout | Press Interview

Instead of taking a single bout, he chose to enter the 60-man bracket—a decision driven by experience, mindset, and a desire for challenge. Coming from a background where competing multiple times in a day was normal, the tournament format suits his style. He performs best when he stays active, adapts quickly, and keeps momentum going through repeated matches. After suffering a controversial decision loss earlier this year—one many in the room believed he won—he felt even more motivated to test himself again. When the opportunity for the 175 bracket was announced, he saw it as a chance not to take the easy route, but to push himself toward the goal he had already set. For him, it’s not about avoiding difficulty—it’s about embracing it. Watch the full Interview on MILLIONS.co http://millions.co/jhonson-garzon-boxing/watch-stream/video/interview-damian-cruz-tgl1pzm