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NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 01: Andy Ruiz Jr of California during the second round of the World Heavyweight Championship fight on June 1, 2019 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 01: Andy Ruiz Jr of California during the second round of the World Heavyweight Championship fight on June 1, 2019 at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
In the gory, sweat-soaked universe of boxing, the sheer mention of certain names can send an electric charge through the air, raising heartbeats and expectations alike. Two such names are Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr., monikers that have undeniably etched themselves into the annals of Heavyweight boxing. Now, it seems, the cosmos of boxing is aligning in a peculiar pattern, one that promises to thrust these two behemoths into the same orbit, against the same foe – each other. It’s a dance of titans that fans have long salivated over, a clash of power, skill, and tenacity that could shake the foundations of the sport.
But what happens when the speculative rumbles turn into something more concrete? When Ruiz Jr., in a bold, public declaration, addresses Wilder directly, stating, “We’re getting it – make sure you guys tune in. Big things coming up. Wilder, we’re coming, man. We’re just negotiating right now.” What happens when the dream match seems less dream and more a looming reality? The chessboard is set, the pieces are moving, and the game? It’s about to get interesting.
The boxing world reacts: Fan theories, predictions, and reactions
This announcement by Ruiz Jr., laced with confidence and combat readiness, has sent the online realm into a frenzy, with fans churning out theories, predictions, and reactions.
One user, named DEMON KILLER x3🇭🇳, predicts a resounding victory for Ruiz, arguing, “Wilder’s chin is finished. Ruiz made Anthony Joshua quit, Anthony Joshua has 10 times better defense than Wilder. Ruiz will make Wilder throw in the towel, again.”
Wilders chin is finished. Ruiz made Anthony Joshua quit, Anthony Joshua has 10 times better defense than wilder. Ruiz will make wilder throw in the towel, again
— DEMON KILLER x3🇭🇳🪶 (@Boxingsh1t) June 25, 2023
The sentiment was echoed by The Tories Out who visualizes a detailed strategy for Ruiz, “Andy gets in the inside, puts Wilder on the back foot. Whole scale pressure. Wears Wilder down. Wilder gasses and Ruiz puts him down and that’s the end of December.”
Andy gets in the inside, puts Wilder on the back foot. Whole scale pressure. Wears Wilder down. Wilder gasses and Ruiz puts him down and that's the end of December. @EddieHearn putting negative vibes out there about @DillianWhyte fight, Hearn hopes it puts Whyte off. Sign it. 🤣
— The Tories Out (@TheToriesOut) June 25, 2023
However, not all believe Ruiz’s motivations are purely about boxing. Pat suggests, “Andy is all about the money, so he knows if he wins against Wilder it is a big payday in Saudi with Joshua, but that’s a big if.”
Andy is al about the money, so he knows if he wins against Wilder it is a big payday in Saudi with Joshua, bit thats a big if
— pat (@patrikcarvalh12) June 25, 2023
V-Eye-Count forecasts the future, aligning with Pat’s opinion, stating “Andy with the upset to set up Joshua/Ruiz III”, seeing this fight as a stepping stone towards a third encounter with Joshua.
Andy with the upset to set up Joshua/Ruiz III
— V-Eye-Count (@Viscount_) June 25, 2023
But amidst the clamor, there’s a hint of frustration too. RolyPolyHolyGoalie criticizes the negotiation process, stating, “’We’re just negotiating’ – the hallmark of every heavyweight right now none of whom want to fight”, reflecting a sense of disappointment in the current state of Heavyweight boxing.
“We’re just negotiating” the hallmark
Of every heavyweight right now none of whom want to fight— RolyPolyHolyGoalie (@goalie_poly) June 25, 2023
It’s evident that the fans are eagerly awaiting this match, dissecting every possible outcome and scenario. However, the boxing world is nothing if not unpredictable.
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So, who will emerge victorious from this epic duel? Will it be Wilder’s powerful right hand or Ruiz’s swift combinations that steal the day? We leave that question to you, the fans. What do you think? Let us know your thoughts and predictions in the comments below.
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