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Two-time WBA heavyweight champion John “The Quietman” Ruiz is a promotional free agent for the first time this century as he looks ahead to his 12th world title fight, mandated by the WBA, next year against new champion David “Hayemaker” Haye.
WBA No. 1 contender Ruiz (44-8-1, 30 KOs), the first and only world heavyweight champion of Latino heritage, is open to discussions with interested promoters. Some had already contacted Ruiz’ manager/legal advisor, Atty. Tony Cardinale, before he left to represent Team Ruiz at the ongoing WBA convention in Colombia.
“It feels great to be free,” Ruiz said, “especially with another world title shot coming next year. I’m looking for a promoter who will stand behind me and have full confidence in me.”
