IBF orders Albert Bell vs Andy Cruz lightweight eliminator

February 20, 2026|about 2 months ago| 1 min read|Source: Bad Left Hook| 0 comments

The IBF has ordered a lightweight final eliminator between rising star Andy Cruz and unbeaten contender Albert Bell, potentially fast-tracking Cruz back into title contention. This significant bout, reported by Jake Donovan, offers Cruz (6-1, 3 KOs) a swift route to a championship opportunity following his impressive professional start. British boxing fans will be keenly watching this clash of styles to see who emerges as the mandatory challenger.

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Andy Cruz’s road back to a title shot could be shorter than expected, as Jake Donovan reports that the IBF has ordered him to face unbeaten Albert Bell in a final eliminator. Cruz (6-1, 3 KO), whose ludicrous amateur pedigree prompted a fast-tracked pro career, is coming off a terrific losing effort against reigning champion […]