‘I want a piece of the pie’: Andy Ruiz looks to angle his way back into the heavyweight mix
Andy Ruiz is eager to return to the heavyweight boxing scene and secure significant fights. He expressed frustration at being overlooked while other fighters continue to compete. Ruiz believes he is ready to prove himself and is determined to reclaim his place among the top contenders.
- ▪Andy Ruiz aims to fight Usyk after previous talks fell through.
- ▪He feels sidelined while other heavyweights pursue different plans.
- ▪Ruiz last fought in a majority draw against Jarrell Miller in August 2024.
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