Andy Ruiz Jr’s comeback bid in tatters after sobering defeat to Damian Knyba
Summary
Andy Ruiz Jr lost by unanimous decision to Damian Knyba in a heavyweight boxing match in Newark, New Jersey. This loss marked Ruiz’s third professional defeat and seriously hurt his chances of winning a second world heavyweight title.Key Facts
- Damian Knyba won the fight with scores of 117-110 and two judges scoring it 114-113 in his favor.
- The fight took place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
- Andy Ruiz Jr was knocked down in the seventh round but got back up before the count of eight.
- Ruiz has a professional record of 35 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw with 22 knockouts.
- Ruiz was returning after a 762-day break from boxing.
- Ruiz’s speed, movement, and power were much less than in his earlier career, possibly due to injuries and inactivity.
- Ruiz became famous seven years ago for beating Anthony Joshua in a major upset to win the heavyweight title.
- Damian Knyba used his longer reach and a disciplined style to control the fight.
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