Former unified heavyweight world champion Andy Ruiz Jr. returned to the ring to take on 26-1 contender Jarrell Miller after a two-year hiatus since his last victory against Luis Ortiz. With a record of 35-2 and 22 wins by knockout, Ruiz Jr. sought to prove his continued prowess in the heavyweight division.
The fight started off slowly, with Ruiz Jr. gradually ramping up his speed and striking prowess in the later rounds. However, Miller responded with solid counterstrikes in the third round and gained momentum by pressuring Ruiz Jr. in the fifth.
As the bout progressed, Ruiz Jr. appeared to tire by the seventh round but pushed through to deliver a strong performance in the later rounds. Despite his efforts, the fight concluded with a split draw, with judges scoring it 116-112, 114-114, and 114-114.
While Ruiz Jr. neither won nor lost the fight, he showcased his skills in the ring. Stay tuned for highlights from the intense matchup between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Jarrell Miller.
