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Andy Ruiz Jr. got dropped by a fan favorite in his comeback bout after defeat to Anthony Joshua

Andy Ruiz Jr. got dropped by a fan favorite in his comeback bout after defeat to Anthony Joshua

Andy Ruiz Jr. hit the canvas against one of boxing’s toughest fighters. On a night that has gone down in the combat sports history books, the Mexican-American produced something truly special.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 2
Six Years Since Ruiz Shocked The Boxing World At Madison Square Garden

Six Years Since Ruiz Shocked The Boxing World At Madison Square Garden

One of the most spectacular upsets in heavyweight history occurred on June 1, 2019, according to the boxing community. A little-known Andy Ruiz Jr. entered

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 28
Andy Ruiz Jr finished fighter branded ‘The new Klitschko’ in a statement performance before beating Anthony Joshua

Andy Ruiz Jr finished fighter branded ‘The new Klitschko’ in a statement performance before beating Anthony Joshua

Andy Ruiz Jr dominated a fearsome boxer once expected to reach the heights of the Klitschko brothers. Blessed with natural talent in abundance, the Mexican-American has excelled in his career, putting on a plethora of tremendous displays.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 14
‘Look how many Mexicans I made happy’… Anthony Joshua reflected on his loss to Andy Ruiz Jr.

‘Look how many Mexicans I made happy’… Anthony Joshua reflected on his loss to Andy Ruiz Jr.

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is still one of the biggest names in the sport. Despite having his ups and downs in his career, ‘AJ’ still maintains a big fanbase, with many people yearning for a potential blockbuster fight between Joshua and Tyson Fury.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 26
Andy Ruiz Jr almost knocked out boxing trainer after punching him in the face with a thunderous left hook

Andy Ruiz Jr almost knocked out boxing trainer after punching him in the face with a thunderous left hook

Andy Ruiz Jr nearly rendered his coach unconscious when he accidentally detonated a massive punch on his chin. In his esteemed career, ‘The Destroyer’ has made a reputation for his lightning hands and formidable boxing IQ.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / August 12
Andy Ruiz’s Victory Over Anthony Joshua Remains One of Boxing’s Great Upsets

Andy Ruiz’s Victory Over Anthony Joshua Remains One of Boxing’s Great Upsets

When boxing fans think of the biggest upsets in the history of the sport nearly everyone’s mind lands on just a small handful of events. The 2019 match

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 2
Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov preview: Crawford plans to test power at higher weight class

Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov preview: Crawford plans to test power at higher weight class

Terence Crawford put together one of the biggest beatdowns in recent memory on Errol Spence Jr. last July. Crawford took nine rounds to become the first undisputed welterweight champion since 2006.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 26
Andy Ruiz vs. ‘Big Baby’ Miller: Interview on August 3 Comeback & Heavyweight Division

Andy Ruiz vs. ‘Big Baby’ Miller: Interview on August 3 Comeback & Heavyweight Division

On August 3, Andy Ruiz (35-2, 22 KOs) makes his comeback against Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller (26-1-1, 22 KOs) as part of the undercard for Terence Crawford vs.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 18
Andy Ruiz Ready To Learn From ‘Mistakes’ And Get Career Back On Track

Andy Ruiz Ready To Learn From ‘Mistakes’ And Get Career Back On Track

Former unified heavyweight world champion Andy Ruiz Jr says he has learned from his recent “mistakes” and is fully focused on the next chapter of his career, starting on August 3.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Big Fight Weekend / May 14, 2024
Analysing Oleksandr Usyk’s Journey: A Look Back at His Last Three Fights Ahead of Tyson Fury Showdown

Analysing Oleksandr Usyk’s Journey: A Look Back at His Last Three Fights Ahead of Tyson Fury Showdown

Oleksandr Usyk (21-0, 14 KOs) and Tyson Fury (34-0-1, 24 KOs) will finally collide on Saturday, May 18, for their much-anticipated clash for the undisputed heavyweight championship of the world at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

June 1 in sports history: Joh-hitter

June 1 in sports history: Joh-hitter

On this day eight years ago, the Mets got their first (and only) no-hitter in franchise history. But 37 years before Johan Santana made Amazin history, Nolan Ryan threw his fourth no-hitter of his career.

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