PALMA, SERGIO-LEO CRUZ ON SITE POSTER (1982)

On JUne 12, 1982 at the Miami Beach Convention Center WBA Super Bantamweight champion Sergio Palma defended his title against Leonardo Cruz in the main event. Cruz upset Palma winning a 15 round unanimous decision and the title. Leonardo "Leo" Cruz, a Dominican who was adopted by Puerto Ricans almost as one of their own since he has lived in Puerto Rico most of his life, defeated Sergio Victor Palma in a sensational brawl to win the WBA world Super Bantamweight championship. This bout was a rematch; Palma had retained the championship with a fifteen rounds split decision in their first fight, held at Buenos Aires, Argentina. Offered here is a scarce, original, on site poster for this event.
This is an original, cardboard, on site poster which pictures both fighters. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Clean front and back. No tack holes. Not creased or torn. 14" x 22."