Andy Ruiz Jr set for April comeback fight against Chris Arreola
Former world heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr will take on Chris Arreola in the first fight since his unanimous decision loss to Anthony Joshua.
Andy Ruiz Jr will face Chris Arreola on April 24 in the first fight since his world title defeat to Anthony Joshua in 2019.
The Mexican-American produced a stunning display to claim Joshua's world titles in their first fight, only to lose six months later in the rematch.
He is now looking to get back to elite level to challenge the likes of Joshua and Tyson Fury. The first step is an exciting bout against 39-year-old Arreola.
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He told Sky Sports: "That's the only fight [for me] that's very enticing, not only to myself, also for the fans. I think the fans will love a fight between two Mexican heavyweights that are going at it.
The pair will bring plenty of knockout power to the bout. Ruiz's record currently stands at 33-2 (22 KOs), while Arreola's is 38-6-1 (33 KOs).