Andy Ruiz Boxing Record Overview
Andy Ruiz Jr. is a Mexican-American professional boxer who holds a record of 35 wins, 6 losses, and 2 draws as of the latest available public data, with 20 wins by knockout. He is best known for his 2019 victory over Anthony Joshua, where he won the WBA, IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles in Madison Square Garden, New York. His current ranking is WBO heavyweight #14, and he competes out of Los Angeles, California, under the promotional banner of Matchroom Boxing. His career trajectory is frequently analyzed on platforms like BoxRec, which provides detailed fight-by-fight statistics and historical data for professional boxers worldwide BoxRec.
Ruiz turned professional in 2009 after a decorated amateur career, compiling a 105–17 record as an amateur. His early professional years included a series of wins against journeymen and regional contenders, which built his reputation as a durable, powerful heavyweight. His rise culminated in the Joshua upset, a fight that generated over 1.6 million pay-per-view buys in the United Kingdom and was streamed by DAZN globally. The event was promoted by Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing in partnership with Sky Sports Box Office, and the undercard featured other major heavyweight bouts, including a main event involving Joseph Parker and Alexander Povetkin ESPN.
Title Fight Performance and Defenses
Ruiz made four successful heavyweight title defenses between 2019 and 2020 before losing the belts back to Joshua in their rematch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in December 2019. The rematch ended by unanimous decision, with two judges scoring it 118–110 and one judge scoring it 119–109 in favor of Joshua. Ruiz’s title defenses included victories over Luis Ortiz, Alexander Povetkin, and Jarrell Miller, all of which took place in the United States, with the Miller fight occurring at Madison Square Garden. His performance in these bouts demonstrated his ability to absorb punishment and deliver heavy counter shots, particularly in the later rounds.
Following the rematch loss, Ruiz faced a mixed set of opponents, including a draw with Joseph Parker in 2021 and a unanimous decision loss to Tyson Fury in 2022. His most recent high-profile bout was a points loss to Deontay Wilder in 2024, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, under the promotion of Premier Boxing Champions. The Wilder fight was a significant test of Ruiz’s durability, as he absorbed heavy shots but continued to work the jab and body attack. His current record places him in the top 20 of the heavyweight division, and he is considered a viable contender for future title eliminators Boxing247.
Current Status and Career Outlook
As of the latest public updates, Andy Ruiz Jr. is ranked WBO #14 and is actively training for a return to the ring, with his team indicating a target of a late 2024 or early 2025 bout against a ranked contender. His training camp is based in Big Bear Lake, California, under the guidance of coach Manny Robles III, who has worked with Ruiz for multiple cycles. Ruiz’s camp has emphasized improving his jab consistency and defensive movement, areas that were scrutinized in his later career losses. His next fight is expected to be broadcast on a major streaming or pay-per-view platform, with