Steve Cruz

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Steve Cruz (born November 2, 1963 in Fort Worth, TX) was a boxer in the Featherweight division.

Known as "Super Kid", Cruz turned pro in 1981 and won the WBA Featherweight Title in 1986 by defeating Barry McGuigan on June 23, 1986 via a 15-round decision. The fight was proclaimed Ring Magazine's 1986 Fight of the Year. Cruz lost the belt in his first defense to Antonio Esparragoza in 1987. Cruz challenged for the IBF Featherweight Title on August 6, 1989 by taking on Jorge Paez, but lost a decision. On April 25, 1992 he took on WBC Featherweight Title () holder Paul Hodkinson, but lost via TKO in the 3rd.