The much-anticipated bout Andy Ruiz vs Luis Ortiz culminated with an unanimous decision win for Ruiz on 4th September, 2022, know the full undercard results and purse
Luis Ortiz was caught off guard for a brief period by Ruiz, who then exploded with three knockdowns to win the bout by unanimous decision on Sunday night. Judges at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles gave it to Ruiz scores of 113-112, 114-111, and 114-111, all in his favor. Ruiz’s fast hands were too much for the 43-year-old Ortiz, who was battling age but not giving up. Ruiz gets one step closer to competing for the world championship as the match was a WBC heavyweight title eliminator.
Andy Ruiz Jr vs Luis Ortiz Purse, Payouts, Winner, Full Fight Card Results And Boxing Match Highlights
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As per report from numerous sources, Ruiz will be receiving a larger paycheck in this fight because of his greater fame. Ruiz will receive a $1 million guaranteed purse, while Ortiz will receive $550,000. PPV Share from the match will be divided between the players with Ruiz getting 60% while Ortiz getting 40% of the amount.
On September 4, 2022, the event was slated to take place in the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The main card of the event kicked-off at 2:00 AM GMT (9:00 PM ET), while the main event ring-walks began at 5:00 AM GMT (12:00 AM ET). Luis Ortiz and Andy Ruiz Jr. engaged in a 12-round heavyweight division eliminator match in Los Angeles, with a shot at the world title on the line. Isaac Cruz and Eduardo Ramirez squared off in the WBC Lightweight Eliminator, which served as the evening’s co-main event.
In a close victory over Cuban boxer Luis Ortiz, American fighter Andy Ruiz delivered just enough powerful blows to offset his errors and prudence and keep him on track for another shot at the WBC heavyweight title. On his route to winning by unanimous decision on Sunday night at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Ruiz knocked Ortiz to the ground three times.
Full Fight Card Results
- Andy Ruiz Jr. defeated Luis Ortiz- WBC Heavyweight Eliminator
- Isaac Cruz won against Eduardo Ramirez- WBC Lightweight Eliminator
- Abner Mares tied against Miguel Flores- Lightweight
- Edwin de los Santos defeated Jose Valenzuela- Lightweight
Andy Ruiz Jr. vs Luis Ortiz Match Events & How it Unfolded?
In the second round, Ruiz got the advantage by dropping Ortiz with a crushing overhand right that forced Ortiz to his knees. Despite Ortiz beating the nine count, Ruiz would force him to the ground later in the same frame as they got caught up in a clinch. In the ensuing rounds, Ortiz succeeded in gaining separation by remaining on the outside and pelting Ruiz with right-handed jabs. Ruiz persisted though, and in the seventh round, he was able to uncoil a tight right hook to the temple that sent Ortiz back to the ground. Although Ortiz showed lots of guts and managed to even win the 12th round by eventually uncorking his huge left hand, Ruiz’s earlier production prepared the stage for his unanimous decision.
Andy Ruiz Jr. vs Luis Ortiz Post-match Reactions and Next Fight for Ruiz
Following the contest, Deontay Wilder stepped into the ring and declared his desire to challenge Ruiz. In addition, Ruiz stated that he is eager to take on Deontay Wilder and is prepared for the next battle. To compete against Ruiz, the American boxer must defeat Robert Henelius first. The Mexican stated that “The Bronze Bomber,” who he knows would be a wonderful candidate for another heavyweight title battle, is the man he has his eyes set on.
Former WBC heavyweight champion Wilder will take on Helenius on October 15 and is open to facing Ruiz. Wilder is coming off a Tyson Fury showcase in October 2021.
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