Boxing Match Preview: Daniel Cruz (9-0-0, 0 KOs) vs. Sachin Rohila (8-0-3, 0 KOs)
This matchup features two unbeaten fighters with contrasting styles and backgrounds. Daniel Cruz (9–0, 0 KOs), a slick boxer from San Bernardino, California, looks to extend his perfect record in front of a home-state crowd. Sachin Rohila (8–0–3, 0 KOs), representing Delhi, India, brings an awkward, volume-based style and a reputation for frustrating opponents. With both men lacking knockout power, expect a high-paced, technical battle.
Daniel Cruz: The Local Technician
Age: 26
Height: 5′7″ (170 cm)
Weight Class: Super Lightweight (140 lbs)
Stance: Orthodox
Hometown: San Bernardino, California
Record: 9–0–0 (0 KOs)
Strengths:
Sharp Fundamentals: Cruz uses crisp jabs and lateral movement to control range.
Ring IQ: Rarely wastes punches and adjusts well mid-fight.
Home Advantage: Fighting in California for the 8th time in 10 bouts.
Concerns:
Lack of Power: No knockouts in nine wins; relies heavily on points.
Pressure Handling: Rohila’s awkward rhythm could disrupt Cruz’s timing.
Sachin Rohila: India’s Unbeaten Spoiler
Age: 27
Height: 5′8″ (172 cm)
Weight Class: Super Lightweight (140 lbs)
Stance: Orthodox
Hometown: Delhi, India
Record: 8–0–3 (0 KOs)
Strengths:
Unorthodox Rhythm: Rohila’s timing and angles make him difficult to read.
Volume Punching: Keeps opponents busy with constant output.
Durability: Never stopped or dropped in 11 pro bouts.
Concerns:
Inexperience Abroad: First fight in the U.S.; may struggle with travel and crowd.
Close Calls: Three draws suggest he can be outboxed by sharper technicians.
Tale of the Tape
Attribute | Daniel Cruz | Sachin Rohila |
Record | 9–0–0 (0 KOs) | 8–0–3 (0 KOs) |
Age | 26 | 27 |
Height | 5′7″ (170 cm) | 5′8″ (172 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
KO % | 0% | 0% |
Hometown | San Bernardino, CA | Delhi, India |
Keys to Victory
Cruz:
Control the center of the ring and dictate pace with the jab.
Avoid getting drawn into scrappy exchanges.
Use angles to neutralize Rohila’s rhythm.
Rohila:
Start fast and make Cruz uncomfortable early.
Mix up combinations and feints to disrupt timing.
Stay active and steal rounds with volume.
FIGHT ODDS
Daniel Cruz – 5000
Sachin Rohila + 1550
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 19, 2025