Carlos Cruz

Carlos Teo Cruz (November 4, 1937-February 15, 1970) was a boxer from the Dominican Republic. Considered by many Dominican boxing fans to be one of the finest boxers ever born in that country, Cruz was world Lightweight champion from 1968 to 1970. Cruz claimed he didn't put on his first pair of boxing gloves until his 20th birthday. He fought as an amateur from 1957-1959, posting a 14-3 record. Cruz's father, Francisco Rosario Almonte was an army... more

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  • Nov 4, 1937

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  • Feb 15, 1970 (age 32 years)

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