In the volatile world of Heavyweight boxing, few remarks stand out like those from Andy Ruiz Jr. on Fight Hub Tv’s YouTube channel. Chubby guys, alleged undervalued offers, and a glaring challenge to Deontay Wilder? Not your average Tuesday conversation. Yet, Ruiz wasn’t holding back, at least not entirely.
Imagine, for a moment, a world where boxing champions are wary of facing opponents based on gym activities. Ruiz hints at such a world. But what’s the real deal behind the bulls**t” offer from Wilder’s camp? There’s a brazen confidence in Ruiz’s voice. But why? The oddity of his statements might raise eyebrows, but they’re just the tip of the iceberg.
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The boxing world has been abuzz with anticipation ever since the idea of a showdown between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Deontay Wilder was floated. The mere thought of these two powerhouses trading blows in the ring was enough to get fans on the edge of their seats. But like many high-profile bouts, getting both parties to sign on the dotted line has proven to be a challenge.
“What happened with Andy Ruiz(fight)?”
Deontay Wilder: “He priced himself out. He wanted 20-25 million and he knows he ain’t getting that sh*t nowhere being a 6 month champion or less. This isn’t even a title fight. You talking about 20-25 million,guess what..I hope you enjoy… pic.twitter.com/YjFuC6IdGo
— Danny (@dantheboxingman) August 24, 2023
From the get-go, the negotiations have been a complex dance of offers, counteroffers, and public statements. Sources close to the situation reveal that the primary contention has revolved around the purse split, with each camp believing their fighter deserves the lion’s share of the payout. Additionally, the choice of venue and broadcast rights have also been points of contention, complicating the negotiation process further.
Amidst these negotiations, statements from both camps have continually stoked the flames of anticipation. The latest from Ruiz, in particular, has left fans and pundits alike wondering if the two sides will ever find common ground.
A mysterious offer and a heated reply by Andy Ruiz
Speaking candidly on the matter, Ruiz didn’t mince his words. “If you show Wilder what I’ve been doing inside the gym and how I’ll be looking, he’s not gonna wanna fight. He’s gonna want to pay me less money. He’s gonna fight me for less money, he’s gonna want me to fight him for less money,” asserted Ruiz. His confidence in his capabilities was evident as he added, “Go to Wilder’s camp and tell him, ‘hey I want you to fight Andy because I know he’s gonna f***ing beat your a**. I know that chubby guy is gonna f**k you up.’”
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When posed with a question from a fan about the current state of negotiations, Ruiz was forthright. Responding to the query, “Are you currently in negotiations or are they all ducking you?”, Ruiz laid out his stance clear and strong, “I don’t know. They try to tell me we’re offering you this and that it’s all bulls**t. They all know I’m a threat. Everybody knows that I’m a threat.”
The ongoing tango between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Deontay Wilder’s teams exemplifies the intricate dance that often accompanies high-stakes boxing negotiations. With each revelation, public statement, and alleged offer, the boxing community grows increasingly eager for a resolution.
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It’s a heady mix of pride, anticipation, and tension. Now, all eyes are on Wilder’s camp. Will they rise to Ruiz’s challenge, or will this matchup, buzzing with potential, remain just beyond reach?
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