José Armando Santa Cruz (born August 29, 1980) is a Mexican former
professional boxer. He is a former
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lightweight champion, losing this title on August 12, 2006 to
David Díaz. He is the brother of boxing star
Léo Santa Cruz.
Professional career
Jose turned professional in 2000, he won his pro debut by knocking out Penpak Chokchai. He would go on to compile a record of 22-1 before facing and defeating Japanese boxer Chikashi Inada, to win the interim WBC lightweight title. He would lose the title in his next fight to David Diaz.
Professional boxing record
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Notable boxing families
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1980 births
Living people
Mexican male boxers
Boxers from Michoacán
Lightweight boxers