![]() The opening is there for a statement win and Ruiz is the pick for a big stoppage, perhaps even one that comes surprisingly early.Ĭliff Rold is the Managing Editor of BoxingScene, a founding member of the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board, a member of the International Boxing Research Organization, and a member of the Boxing Writers Association of America. Ruiz appears in good enough shape to allow his hand speed to work for him. ANDY RUIZ JR has split from trainer Manuel Robles Jr who claimed the boxer was 'out of control' during camp for the heavyweight's rematch with Anthony Joshua. ![]() He is ranked the world’s best active heavyweight according to BoxRec. Against Ruiz, there could be moments where he looks inert. is an American professional boxer who is a heavyweight who had a record of 105-5 as an amateur. While Ortiz’s jab may be the first weapon in play, Ruiz’s speed and younger legs could see him assume early control. Ruiz is heavier than he was for Arreola by some thirteen pounds but still right near where he was for the first Joshua fight. In a fight where both men are capable of hurting the other, the man better able to be first is going to matter and so is the ability to recover. When Ruiz is inside the jab of Ortiz, he will have chances to score in multiple. Wins over Page, Berbick, McCall and Mike Williams make for a much better resume than what Ruiz has so far. He should be quicker than Ortiz and is one of the better combination punchers in the unlimited class. The Great John L wrote:, 17:02 As many noted, Douglas never seemed to be fully vested in boxing, but his career actually is much more impressive than Ruizs to this point. Where Ruiz holds the edge is in youth and hand speed. Ruiz has to bring the fight to win and could find himself troubled again by Ortiz’s southpaw left. Ruiz has also come off the floor to win, dramatically against Joshua in their first fight and again last year against veteran Chris Arreola. Ortiz barely had the legs for it against Charles Martin in his last outing, coming off the floor twice and allowing his greater skill level to eventually overcome the physicality of the younger Martin. 1:39 ref: Kenny Bayless Glenn Feldman 53-58 Dave Moretti 52-59 Steve Weisfeld 52-59. MGM Grand, Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas. A measured pace is to the older man’s advantage. Wilder down in rounds three, ten, and eleven. The Pick: Ortiz is the taller, longer man and if he can establish his hammering jab early on, Ruiz will have to pay a price to close the gap. is the first Mexican boxer to be crowned world heavyweight champion and hoping for a strong 2022 which will put him in contention for a world title. Notable Outcomes, TBRB and/or Ring Rated Foes: Bryant Jennings TKO7 Deontay Wilder TKO by 10, KO by 7Īdditional Current/Former Titlists Faced: Charles Martin TKO6 As much as you’re saying, ‘Isn’t Ruiz easy to hit?’ The last I saw of Wilder, he wasn’t exactly Claude Rains. andy ruiz jr 'destroyer' 33 Wins 2 Losses 0 Draws 62.9 KO Stance: Orthodox Age: 33 Date Of Birth: Height: 6.17 ft (1.88 m) Reach: 74. “If he can do that, he can win the fight. He has to not get hit with it, and he has to survive his right hand first before Wilder lands on his. He doesn’t have to survive the right hand. Can he win the fight? Can he survive the rounds?’ Maybe he gets to Wilder first. ‘If Ruiz can survive the right hand, blah-blah-blah. Given Name: Andres Ponce RUiz Pro Boxing Record: 35-2-0 (Win-Loss-Draw) Nickname: Destroyer Current Streak: N/A Age: 33 Date of Birth: 1989.09. ![]() Check the excellent BoxRec for all bouts. “Ruiz has some boxing ability, too,” said Atlas. Fighter Details Tapology does not have this fighter's full boxing history. Although Ruiz has a chin, but man, Wilder can crack.” ![]() “If he can stay away from Wilder for 12 rounds, I’ll be shocked that he won’t be able to land one, and he only needs one. ![]() Read Bio Sign Up for PBC News Get the latest fight announcements, fighter spotlights, and other PBC news delivered to your inbox. “Am I so crazy to think that Ruiz is so easy to hit at times that Wilder is going to hit him with a bomb and get him out of there? That’s what I see happening,” said Ken Rideout. KOs Weight 240 lbs (109.09 kg) Age 44 Home Miami, Florida, USA Complete Stats A longtime member of the Cuban national team, powerful southpaw Luis Ortiz is ready to show that he’s the world's most dangerous heavyweight. NEWS: Andy Ruiz: "Anthony Joshua, let's get the trilogy" ![]()
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