LOS ANGELES (December 9, 2024)–Wise Owl Boxing has announced the
signing of Mexican Olympian Briandra Tamara Cruz.
““I’m thrilled to announce our partnership with Briandra Tamara Cruz, an
incredible athlete whose skill, determination, and dedication to the sport of
boxing are at the highest level. Briandra’s achievements, including her
Olympic journey, speak volumes about her potential. We aim to elevate her
career to new heights and continue showcasing her talent on a global stage.
This is just the beginning of an exciting journey, and I’m honored to be a part
of it.” said Mark Habibi of Wise Owl Boxing.
“I am excited and ready for 2025! It should be a great year. I am focused on
my career and signing with Wise Owl Boxing is a good opportunity for me. I
believe that I can fight for a world title quickly. I want to win all the titles at
147 pounds. It doesn’t really matter who is in my way,” said Cruz.
“Briandra has accomplished a lot in her amateur career and proudly
represented her counrty of Mexico in the 2020 Olympics. I’m excited to be
managing her now so we can showcase her to the entire world” said co-
manager, Angel Lopez of Wise Owl Boxing.
Cruz, 25, competed in the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo and has a
professional record of 1-0.
Cruz had an amateur record of 62-8 and was an eight-time national
champion spanning four weight divisions.
Cruz won several gold medals in international competitions such as the
International Cup, La Romana International Cup, National Elite and
Quadrangular Tournaments.
The Mazatlan native competed against Imane Khelif in 2022 and lost against
her in Guadalajara. Khelif is the competitor who won the Gold medal in Paris
in the 2024 Olympic games and recently it was reported she has internal
testicles and an XY chromosome.
“I was the 1st woman to go to the Olympics and represent Mexico and I can’t
wait to bring a world title back home. I want to thank all the fans and people
that have been behind me. The best of me is yet to come” finished Cruz. For More Information,
