Joshua Ruiz 2 Predictions

[Primo Carnera]

I’ve gone Joshua by KO, and I think it will be late, but I don’t say it with much confidence. I’ve gone for AJ merely because I think he’s capable of making the adjustments he needs to. There’s no guarantee of that though.
And I don’t want to underestimate Ruiz , because with a proper camp behind him , he should be even better. I actually think Ruiz beats Wilder and probably beats Fury. He’s already beaten AJ......... So why the fuck have I gone with AJ??

[Spicoli]

Tougher back and forth in my head as it nears and both have big mental what-ifs to overcome. Does Ruiz come in with an overinflated ego and confidence thinking all he has to do is bounce a few hooks off the dome of AJ. And Joshua has the massive ghost in the room of every fighter before who has suffered a ko loss entering a rematch. Two outcomes I see are Ruiz getting the duplicate TKO win because he's a smarter fitter fighter given credit for and he's also learned he belongs. Now Joshua can also retool and utilize his natural gifts but I don't see it as simple as staying on the backfoot behind a long jab and trying to box all night. It's doable and he may very well boil down the pace and stink it out a bit but at some point he'll have to assert some hurt and come forward, on top of getting Andy high up rather than punching down on his crouch. I just thing again the hand speed and volume of Ruiz will be the difference. Joshua will have to be the thinker and I'm not close to being convinced of his footwork and defensive mobility over 12.

[Mark TKO]

Ring expert picks below. Don't think I've ever seen it so divisive

https://www.ringtv.com/585466-fight-...3IamS-2SOioFjA

[Beanz]

I’ve gone Joshua by KO, and I think it will be late, but I don’t say it with much confidence. I’ve gone for AJ merely because I think he’s capable of making the adjustments he needs to. There’s no guarantee of that though.
And I don’t want to underestimate Ruiz , because with a proper camp behind him , he should be even better. I actually think Ruiz beats Wilder and probably beats Fury. He’s already beaten AJ......... So why the fuck have I gone with AJ??

Ha! you talked yourself out of your own argument mate

[nuggetdotcom]

I’ve gone Joshua by KO, and I think it will be late, but I don’t say it with much confidence. I’ve gone for AJ merely because I think he’s capable of making the adjustments he needs to. There’s no guarantee of that though.
And I don’t want to underestimate Ruiz , because with a proper camp behind him , he should be even better. I actually think Ruiz beats Wilder and probably beats Fury. He’s already beaten AJ......... So why the fuck have I gone with AJ??

I've backed Ruiz again at 4/1, sad but true, I had 17/1 on the first bout so they owe me nothing. Also took the precaution of backing the draw at 48/1 (betfair) in case the fix is in.

[Alpha]

Anyone who picked Ruiz changing their mind after the weigh in? The guys weight has continued to rise over the last 3 fights. He will pop eventually.

[Fatboxingfan]

Anyone who picked Ruiz changing their mind after the weigh in? The guys weight has continued to rise over the last 3 fights. He will pop eventually.

Hahaha that brought to mind a parade float. The Andy Ruiz Jr. Cinco de Mayo Parade Float. Hahahaha! He will pop. Good one

[Master]

Anyone who picked Ruiz changing their mind after the weigh in? The guys weight has continued to rise over the last 3 fights. He will pop eventually.

I want to change my prediction from AJ points win to knockout.

[Mark TKO]

I'm leaning more towards Joshua now after the weigh in but stand by ruiz prediction. There's still that psychological edge for ruiz and Joshua will get hit at some point. Once it's past 5 though and Joshua still there big Andy could be in trouble.

[Dark Lord Al]

283 lbs does suggest Ruiz has partied like a lottery winner, thats pretty disapointing.
I will reserve judgement till after the fight as to his weight as it may be part of his plan.

[Mark TKO]

283 lbs does suggest Ruiz has partied like a lottery winner, thats pretty disapointing.
I will reserve judgement till after the fight as to his weight as it may be part of his plan.

Yep I’d agree with that mate. Maybe made assumptions.

We could do with Gary mason in commentary to make that early call and upset the sky production team like he did in 1990.

[Dark Lord Al]

283 lbs does suggest Ruiz has partied like a lottery winner, thats pretty disapointing.
I will reserve judgement till after the fight as to his weight as it may be part of his plan.

Ruiz did indeed do a Buster Douglas in both shocking the world , then eating his way out of any chance of winning his next fight.