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Sunday's heavyweight matchup between Luis Ortiz and Andy Ruiz is, in all likelihood, the last chance for either man to battle their way back into contention for a world title. It is that reality that adds more weight to a showdown between men most known for their roles as the B-side in fights with some of the best heavyweights of their era.
Ruiz (34-2, 22 KO) shocked the world in December 2019, knocking out Anthony Joshua to capture the WBA, IBF and WBO world titles. It was a perfect example of what Ruiz is capable of: speed, strength and combination punching that goes against what a casual observer would expect given his body type.
Ortiz (33-2, 28 KO) spent many years as a feared member of the heavyweight division but big fights did not materialize for him until he landed a March 2018 fight with WBC champion Deontay Wilder.
Ruiz vs. Ortiz card, odds
Odds via Caesars Sportsbook
FAVORITE UNDERDOG WEIGHT CLASS
Andy Ruiz -400 Luis Ortiz +320 Heavyweight
Isaac Cruz -800 Eduardo Ramirez +550 Lightweight
Abner Mares -230 Miguel Flores +190 Lightweight
Jose Valenzuela Edwin de los Santos Lightweight
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Ruiz (34-2, 22 KO) shocked the world in December 2019, knocking out Anthony Joshua to capture the WBA, IBF and WBO world titles. It was a perfect example of what Ruiz is capable of: speed, strength and combination punching that goes against what a casual observer would expect given his body type.
Ortiz (33-2, 28 KO) spent many years as a feared member of the heavyweight division but big fights did not materialize for him until he landed a March 2018 fight with WBC champion Deontay Wilder.
Ruiz vs. Ortiz card, odds
Odds via Caesars Sportsbook
FAVORITE UNDERDOG WEIGHT CLASS
Andy Ruiz -400 Luis Ortiz +320 Heavyweight
Isaac Cruz -800 Eduardo Ramirez +550 Lightweight
Abner Mares -230 Miguel Flores +190 Lightweight
Jose Valenzuela Edwin de los Santos Lightweight
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- Date: Sept. 4 | Start time: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Crypto.com Arena -- Los Angeles
- TV channel/PPV: Fox PPV | Price: $74.99