Daniel Cortez beats Joshua Montoya by SD on 25 October 2026

Daniel Cortez edged Joshua Montoya by split decision in their professional debuts. Both men entered the ring with unblemished records of 0-0, and after a closely contested affair that went the distance, the judges sided narrowly with Cortez to hand Montoya the first loss of his young career.

How it ended

The fight went to the scorecards after the final bell, with the judges split on the outcome. Cortez did enough in the eyes of two officials to claim the nod, though the decision underscored how competitive the bout remained throughout. Neither man could impose a decisive edge, leaving the result in the hands of the three ringside arbiters.

Updated records

• Daniel Cortez — 1-0
• Joshua Montoya — 0-1

What's next

Cortez moves to 1-0 with the victory, a solid foundation as he begins his professional journey. Montoya, now 0-1, will look to regroup and secure his first win in his next outing. Both fighters gained valuable rounds and experience in their maiden paid contests, and each will aim to build momentum in the early stages of their respective campaigns.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Daniel Cortez vs Joshua Montoya?

Daniel Cortez defeated Joshua Montoya by SD at Daniel Cortez vs Joshua Montoya — 2026-10-25.

How did Daniel Cortez vs Joshua Montoya end?

The fight ended by SD.

What's Daniel Cortez's record now?

Daniel Cortez now stands at 1-0.

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