Super-Lightweight contender Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz is ready to make his return to the ring as he faces Cristian Ruben Mino (24-9-2, 17 KOs) on Friday night, November 1, at the Caribbean Royale in Orlando. Florida, streaming live on DAZN.
This Boxlab Promotions Headliner features one of the most dynamic contenders in the 140 pound division. Jamaine Ortiz will enter the ring with the intention of staying strong and making a statement, while his opponent, Cristian Ruben Mino, plans to execute his game plan and pull off the big fight.
Worcester, Massachusetts native Jamaine Ortiz gained notoriety when he scored an upset victory over a former WBO junior-lightweight world champion. Back in May 2022, Ortiz outlasted Jamel Herring as he cruised to a decision victory.
Five months later, Ortiz was rewarded with a great opportunity, as he faced a man who spent many years at the top of the pound-for-pound list. In a non-title deal, Ortiz shared the ring with former three-division world champion Vasiliy Lomachenko.
In the first half of the contest, Jamaine Ortiz won most of the rounds as he fought at an accelerated pace. Ortiz used his jab and footwork to set up strong combinations. Once Ortiz landed his combinations, he was able to quickly move out of range.
After getting off to an excellent start, Ortiz began to fade. Lomachenko proceeded to run his offense and win most of the rounds in the second half of the fight. At the conclusion of the 12-round contest, Lomachenko was awarded the victory by unanimous decision.
After suffering the first loss of his professional career, Jamaine Ortiz bounced back with a win over Antonio Moran. Five months later, Ortiz was in a position to make a dream come true.
On February 8, 2024, Jamaine Ortiz entered the squared circle to challenge WBO super-lightweight world champion Teofimo Lopez. Action was kept to a minimum as Ortiz chose to shift and fight on the back foot while Lopez pressed forward, but had difficulty cutting off the ring.
When the fight was played, Jamaine Ortiz landed a total of 80 punches, while Teofimo Lopez landed only 78. In the category of power shots, Lopez landed 66, and Ortiz landed 60. At the conclusion of the fight, the judges favoring aggression, such as Teofimo Lopez. was declared the winner.
Now after falling in his first world title fight, Jamaine Ortiz (17-2-1, 8 KOs) is ready to step into the ring and make a statement as he looks for another opportunity to fight for a world title. His opponent is currently in a position to post a signature win while playing the role of spoiler.
Since winning his first 19 pro bouts, Argentine boxer Cristian Ruben Mino has experienced a career that consists of ups and downs. Now, Mino is in a place where he has a chance to pick up that elusive win over a named opponent.
Jamaine Ortiz is a high-energy boxer who routinely uses constant movement and a busy jab, and always throws punches in bunches. His opponent, Cristian Ruben Mino, stands at just 5 feet 4 inches tall, but is compact, and features an offensive attack where he likes to touch the body and then hit on top.
28-year-old Jamaine Ortiz wants a rematch against WBO super-lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez. Ortiz can begin the process of earning that rematch by stepping into the ring and delivering a dominant performance on Friday night.
