Dillian Whyte couldn't have asked for a better week.

On Wednesday morning, the WBC announced that Whyte is being reinstated as the interim WBC heavyweight champion, and he will be the mandatory challenger for the winner of the rematch between WBC titlist Deontay Wilder and lineal champion Tyson Fury scheduled for Feb. 22. The sanctioning body stated the fight must occur by February of 2021.

The WBC's full statement:

"On July 20, 2019, Dillian Whyte defeated Oscar Rivas conquering the WBC Interim Heavyweight World Championship.  A few days later, a news report made public that an out-of-competition urine sample collected by UKAD (UK Anti-Doping) on June 20, 2019, from Dillian Whyte had yielded an adverse finding. In light of that adverse finding, and pending the outcome of the WBC’s own investigation and adjudicatory process, on July 30, 2019, the WBC provisionally suspended its recognition of Dillian Whyte as WBC Interim World Heavyweight Champion and Mandatory Challenger of the division.

"On December 6, 2019, UKAD made a public announcement withdrawing its charge against Dillian Whyte.

"Based on limited but detailed research and information gathering, including the WBC’s consultation with two independent experts, the WBC found that there was no sufficient or conclusive evidence that Whyte intentionally, or even knowingly, ingested a banned substance with the purpose of enhancing his performance in any fashion. In light of the WBC’s own finding and of UKAD’s withdrawal of the claim against Mr. Whyte, the WBC has closed its internal investigation.

"The WBC is hereby lifting its provisional suspension and confirming its recognition of Mr. Whyte as WBC Interim World Heavyweight Champion.

"Consistent with the WBC Board of Governors’ Ruling at last October’s 57th WBC Annual Convention, Interim Champion Whyte shall become the Mandatory Challenger of the division immediately after Champion Deontay Wilder’s mandatory defense against current Mandatory Challenger Tyson Fury, with the mandatory defense against Whyte being due on or about February of 2021."

Whyte had his first fight since the suspension on Saturday and <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7" target="_blank">defeated Mariusz Wach</a> by unanimous decision on the Andy Ruiz Jr.-Anthony Joshua 2 undercard. It is unknown if Whyte will sit and wait for the Wilder-Fury 2 winner or take a fight beforehand.

Dillian Whyte

Dillian Whyte gets the news he's been looking to hear.

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Dillian Whyte reinstated as interim WBC heavyweight champion, declared mandatory challenger of Wilder vs. Fury 2 winner

Lennox Lewis handled being knocked out by Hasim Rahman in a huge upset in April 2001 by returning the favor with a pulverizing KO of his own in their rematch about seven months later.

However, just because Anthony Joshua handled his June 1 upset TKO loss to Andy Ruiz Jr. very differently six months later by <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7"> jabbing his way to a unanimous decision</a> Saturday, that doesn't mean Lewis thinks anything less of the effort.

In fact, the former three-time world heavyweight champion took to his Twitter account Sunday and praised Joshua's smart strategy to keep Ruiz at bay with the jab and for not falling into any trap set by the "Destroyer," who wanted to trade leather with the British boxer in the center of the ring.

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Every fight isn’t going to be a KO. I thought AJ fought a good tactical fight and didn’t fall into trap of trying to mix it up in exchanges. This was a good addition to his experience. He also wisely unpacked his jab for this one. <a href="https://t.co/u1wmQZZJfR"> https://t.co/u1wmQZZJfR </a>
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Lewis additionally tweeted:

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I understand that ppl want blood... but, as a fighter, you have to be disciplined enough to wait for the opportunities to open up. Sometimes they don’t come. When that happens you play it safe and stick to game plan. <a href="https://t.co/xQo9igxWh3"> https://t.co/xQo9igxWh3 </a>
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Lewis and Joshua haven't seen each other eye-to-eye lately over what AJ has described as the retired champ criticizing him publicly. However, perhaps Lewis defending Joshua's management of the Ruiz rematch will help change that.

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</script>While Lewis saluted the now two-time unified world heavyweight champion Joshua on the rematch, WBC heavyweight titleholder Deontay Wilder wasn't impressed at all. He <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/deontay-wilder-unimpressed-by-anthony-joshuas-jab-grab-hold-method-in-win-over-ruiz/lgo0d2d3j8881rdq3s6eswdij"> ripped Joshua's performance over the weekend</a>.

"Joshua did what he had to do to get the win," Wilder told The Athletic. "He ran around the ring and was on his bike all day. Basically, he had [Wladimir] Klitschko in the camp and he was a lot like Klitschko: that jab-grab-hold method. That's all he did tonight.

"He was so hesitant ... Joshua's mentality was to survive," Wilder continued. "The Klitschko method. You want to dominate guys, man. I'm not coming in, after losing to this guy, to just dance and grab and jab and hold. I'm going to show the world and convince them I am the very best and that no one is close to me, especially with what's going on in the division right now. It's a time of proving who is the best."

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"Every fight isn’t going to be a KO," the former three-time world heavyweight champion tweeted.

Lennox Lewis salutes Anthony Joshua on ‘tactical’ fight, not falling into traps against Andy Ruiz Jr.

Think a knockout artist like Deontay Wilder was impressed with Anthony Joshua's jab fest, boxing clinic against Andy Ruiz Jr. on Saturday?

Not in the slightest bit.

"Joshua did what he had to do to get the win," <a href="https://theathletic.com/1441508/2019/12/07/deontay-wilder-slams-anthony-joshua-for-jab-grab-hold-method-against-andy-ruiz-jr/">Wilder told The Athletic</a>. "He ran around the ring and was on his bike all day. Basically, he had [Wladimir] Klitschko in the camp and he was a lot like Klitschko: that jab-grab-hold method. That's all he did tonight.

"He was so hesitant ... Joshua's mentality was to survive," the WBC heavyweight champion continued. "The Klitschko method. You want to dominate guys, man. I'm not coming in, after losing to this guy, to just dance and grab and jab and hold. I'm going to show the world and convince them I am the very best and that no one is close to me, especially with what's going on in the division right now. It's a time of proving who is the best."

Wilder believes the technical manner that <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">Joshua defeated Ruiz by unanimous decision</a> to become a two-time world heavyweight champion only offers more evidence that he, "The Bronze Bomber," is the best heavyweight around, period.

"How can no one say I'm not the very best in the world now?" Wilder (42-0-1, 41 KOs) told The Athletic. "I've given you what you pay for each and every time, especially when we're talking about a heavyweight bout. Fans come to see knockouts. They come to see something dramatic — a body lying on the canvas, spread like it's having birth. That's what people want to see, and that's my mentality."

With Joshua having mandatory challengers in the form of Oleksandr Usyk and Kubrat Pulev waiting, Wilder warned boxing fans who are still hoping to see a unification bout for undisputed glory between he and AJ. The WBC champ just believes he's "too dangerous" for Joshua.

"I don't think we'll ever see a unification bout," Joshua added. "We'll never see it, and I don't want people to get their hopes up on it because it'll never happen."

Wilder will face lineal champion Tyson Fury in a rematch of their own Feb. 22.

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The WBC titleholder doesn't think they'll be unifying anytime soon.

Deontay Wilder unimpressed by Anthony Joshua's 'jab-grab-hold method' in win over Ruiz

It would be nice to think that Anthony Joshua would simply face the winner of the Feb. 22 rematch between WBC titleholder Deontay Wilder and lineal champion Tyson Fury for undisputed heavyweight glory. That would be too easy, though. Because politics is very much entrenched in the boxing business, it may never happen.

With Wilder fighting under the PBC banner on Showtime/Fox, Fury with Top Rank on ESPN and Joshua with Matchroom Boxing on DAZN, there's a mess of contractual red tape to sort through. The history between the three, and especially between Joshua and Wilder, means that such negotiations could remain on ice.

After Joshua beat Andy Ruiz Jr. on Saturday, he was asked whether he wanted a unification bout against Wilder.

"Yeah, definitely. I would love to. I've united four," Joshua told reporters. "It's hard to keep and unite them. We will see what happens. I think me chasing, same in the fights, it may come crashing down. I'm just gonna let the path take its course. When the opportunity presents itself, I'll step up and take the challenge."

So, who will Joshua fight next after <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7"> putting on a boxing clinic against Ruiz</a> to become a two-time unified world heavyweight champion?

The WBO announced immediately after AJ's victory that Joshua must make a title defense against Oleksandr Usyk within 180 days. 

Joshua's reaction?

"I'll whoop him," he said of the former undisputed cruiserweight champion at his postfight press conference in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

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The fact that Joshua (23-1, 21 KOs) and Usyk (17-0, 13 KOs) are 2012 Olympic gold medalists promoted by Matchroom Boxing's Eddie Hearn and fight on DAZN would seemingly make booking a fight between the two a seamless transaction.

Joshua, however, is facing another mandatory title defense with the IBF against Kubrat Pulev (28-1, 14 KOs). Then again, if Joshua and Hearn believe a bout with the Bulgarian would lack sizzle, then they could opt to vacate that strap and forgo the matchup. Usyk would seem to be the more challenging opponent for Joshua, anyway, based on footwork and pure boxing skills alone.

Usyk is just getting his feet wet in the heavyweight division after moving up from cruiserweight earlier this year, but the combination of him being Joshua's mandatory WBO challenger and the money that would be attached to the fight would make a clash with AJ even more difficult for the Ukrainian to pass up.

In fact, Usyk told Sky Sports earlier this year that he wanted to fight Joshua in the British champion's backyard at London's Wembley Stadium.

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Joshua and Ruiz <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-call-for-trilogy-fight-down-the-line/6grmkcstqcrl139wgfyewcizv">spoke about having a trilogy fight</a> at some point, but given how AJ dominated their rematch, there's no urgency to make that fight happen anytime soon.

If there is indeed little chance of Joshua lining up an undisputed megafight vs. Wilder or Fury without any headaches, then Usyk just might get his wish.

And not too many boxing fans would be complaining about Joshua-Usyk at Wembley as AJ's first fight of 2020, either.

Ruiz v Joshua II

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Oleksandr Usyk

Look to AJ's mandatory defenses rather than the winner of Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury.

Who will Anthony Joshua fight next?

Andy Ruiz Jr. had the chance to follow up on his June upset of Anthony Joshua on Saturday. A win and Ruiz might have set himself up for the winner of the Feb. 22 bout featuring WBC titlist Deontay Wilder and lineal champion Tyson Fury for the undisputed heavyweight championship.

However, Ruiz, to his own admission, failed to come in the necessary shape and <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7" target="_blank">lost a lopsided decision</a> and the IBF, WBA (super) and WBO heavyweight titles in the process. 

"It was his night," <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-on-his-performance-vs-anthony-joshua-i-gained-too-much-weight/13pmwjwz0071y1qtvdo1gulioo" target="_blank"> Ruiz said in his postfight interview</a>. "I think I didn’t prepare how I should have. I gained too much weight, but I don’t want to give no excuses. He won, he boxed me around. But if we do the third fight, I’m going to get in the f—ing best shape of my life.”

While Ruiz may clamor to right the ship and fix what cost him, there's <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/who-will-anthony-joshua-fight-next/f3acoboadxhj1jnjjt3f0v3ic" target="_blank">little chance he gets another crack at Joshua next</a>. The Englishman has to make a mandatory title defense against either Oleksandr Usyk for the WBO belt or Kubrat Pulev for the IBF strap. 

Be sure of this — Ruiz isn't going to fade away and go into oblivion. He captured three pieces of the heavyweight championship, and that holds more cache than anyone who wins a belt in another weight class. He's got plenty of fights to keep him occupied, and as long as he stays dedicated, he will get an opportunity to become a two-time titleholder in the future.

The opponent who makes the most sense at this point is Dominic Breazeale. The former two-time title challenger is coming off a first-round knockout loss to Wilder in May. He's been itching to get back in the ring and recently called out fellow contender Adam Kownacki. That makes little sense considering Breazeale got starched his last time out, and Kownacki is on the rise and the cusp of securing a shot at gold.

Ruiz and Breazeale are both coming off losses but still would be high-profile considering it's Ruiz's first fight back after losing the belts. It is a very winnable fight for Ruiz. It’s one where he can show the world that he could get in the necessary shape and prove he isn't a flash in the pan like James "Buster" Douglas. 

If Ruiz wants a softer opponent, to allow him to do the aforementioned things before jumping back into the shark tank, another former title challenger in Gerald Washington could be the option. After losing back-to-back contests to Wilder (fifth-round TKO loss in February 2017) and Jarrell Miller, Washington has won two of his last three, with the setback being a second-round TKO loss to Kownacki in January. Washington doesn't hit the hardest, as out of 20 victories, 13 are by stoppage, with all coming against lower-level opposition. 

The chance is there for Ruiz to still right the ship. Did he give himself the best opportunity to retain on Saturday? Absolutely not. Now, it's up to the 30-year-old. He can either start taking his career more seriously and live up to the potential that allowed him to shock the boxing world six months ago or become one in another long list of boxing’s cautionary tales.

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What happens next for the former unified heavyweight champion?

Who will Andy Ruiz Jr. fight next?

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Anthony Joshua is heavyweight champion of the world once again.

Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 results, highlights: AJ puts on boxing clinic to regain titles

Andy Ruiz Jr. <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-explains-why-he-came-in-15-pounds-heavier-for-anthony-joshua-rematch/85fa6uyox03s173zlv3ykpijh" target="_blank">told DAZN News</a> on Friday that he weighed in at 283 pounds for his heavyweight championship rematch against Anthony Joshua because he was already at 268 pounds in the morning and then decided to eat the three basic meals of the day with the weigh-in scheduled for late afternoon. 

Ruiz was criticized from every corner for his decision, but he felt comfortable in the choice he made.

The now-former champion was <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7" target="_blank">dominated Saturday by Joshua, who took back the IBF, WBA (Super) and WBO titles</a>. Ruiz was gracious in defeat, but he admitted that he shouldn't have packed on so many pounds.

"It was his night," Ruiz said in his postfight interview. "I think I didn’t prepare how I should have. I gained too much weight, but I don’t want to give no excuses. He won, he boxed me around. But if we do the third fight, I’m going to get in the f—ing best shape of my life.”

Ruiz weighed in at 268 in June when he shocked the boxing world and upset Joshua, who weighed in at 247. This time around, Joshua weighed 10 pounds lighter at 237. The weight discrepancy made a difference: Joshua was lighter on his feet, which allowed him to move well in the ring, enabled him to utilize the jab effectively, and allowed him to quickly slip out of the way anytime Ruiz tried to come at him.

Ruiz (33-2, 22 KOs) vows that his preparation will be different if the two meet in a trilogy fight.

"I thought I was going to feel stronger and be better, but next fight, I'm going to get more prepared,” Ruiz said. “I tried to train myself, kind of. Anthony Joshua did a hell of a job. I was chasing him too much instead of cutting the ring off. I was hesitating too much. Next time, I'm going to do a lot better.”

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Andy Ruiz Jr. says he made a mistake in Saturday's rematch with Anthony Joshua.

Andy Ruiz Jr. on his performance vs. Anthony Joshua: 'I gained too much weight'

Before "The Clash on the Dunes" even took place, <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-already-eyeing-trilogy-fight-with-andy-ruiz-jr/12x9hocpmfm081cs32q3w7mg5i">Anthony Joshua felt like there was going to be a trilogy fight against Andy Ruiz Jr.</a> in the future.

After delivering a boxing clinic to reclaim the unified world heavyweight crown <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-andy-ruiz-jr-2-results-highlights-boxing-clinic-to-regain-heavyweight-titles/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">by defeating Ruiz via unanimous decision</a> (118-110, 118-110, 119-109) at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, Joshua didn't budge from that prediction.

Joshua heard detractors following his loss to Ruiz on June 1, and he bounced back. Who's to say Ruiz can't either?

"I hear certain man say I should retire, I should retire ... come on, man," Joshua told Sky Sports about the aftermath of criticism he received following his seventh-round TKO loss to Ruiz back in June. "We love this sport. Andy, are you ready to retire?"

"Hell no!" Ruiz shot back.

"Exactly! He's a warrior," Joshua said of Ruiz. "He wants to go again."

Ruiz added: "I want the trilogy, baby. I want the third fight. Who wants to see the third fight?"

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Joshua refused to engage Ruiz in a firefight Saturday, as he stuck to his game plan of pumping his jab and moving his feet to keep the "Destroyer" from mounting an attack and causing any significant damage. One would think the results would go the same way in a third fight as long as Joshua stays as disciplined as he was in the rematch, unless Ruiz enters such a bout in better shape. He tipped the scales 15 pounds heavier for the rematch than their original clash.

"It was his night," Ruiz said. "I don't think I prepared as I should've. I gained too much weight.

"If we do the third fight, best believe, I'm going to get in the f—ing best shape and I'm going to be in the best shape of my life."

That's a big if, but Joshua seemed to double down on the trilogy moments later by saying that it will happen "without a doubt."

WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder faces Tyson Fury in a rematch of their own Feb. 22. It remains to be seen if Joshua will face the winner of that bout, but such a bout would be for the undisputed crown.

That would definitely take urgency over another clash with Ruiz, but if the "Destroyer" can bounce back into the win column, perhaps the trilogy can take place down the line.

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Anthony Joshua, Andy Ruiz Jr. call for trilogy fight down the line

Anthony Joshua escuchó las llamadas cuando iba hacia la revancha del sábado contra Andy Ruiz Jr. Le decían que renunciara luego de la primera pelea en junio. Pero él no podía cambiar su sangre de luchador.

Joshua le cayó la boca a la gente negativa desde la primera campana cuando puso una cátedra de boxeo hasta la conclusión de la pelea para derrotar a Ruiz por decisión unánime (119-109, 118-110, 118-110) y capturar los títulos FIB, AMB (súper) y OMB por el peso pesado en el Diriyah Arena en Diriyah, Arabia Saudita. DAZN News le puso puntaje a la pelea de 118-110 para Joshua. 

5:12 p.m.: Joshua derrotó a Ruiz por decisión unánime (119-109, 118-110, 118-110)para ganar los títulos FIB, AMB (súper) y OMB por el peso pesado. 

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Doceavo asalto: Más de lo que vimos en los primeros once asaltos. No pudo pedir una mejor actuación y parece que habrá un nuevo campeón por el peso pesado unificado. (10-9 Joshua, 118-110 Joshua)

Onceavo asalto: Se puede ver la frustración en la cara de Ruiz cuando se levantó del banco al empezar el onceavo asalto. Y no hizo nada en el cuadrilátero por cambiar ese look ya que Joshua continuó disparando el jab con total libertad. (10-9 Joshua, 108-101 Joshua)

Decimo asalto: Jab, jab, jab. Ese es el nombre del juego por parte de Joshua. Un poco de boca suelta hacia Ruiz al final del asalto. (10-9 Joshua, 98-92 Joshua)

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Noveno asalto: Joshua esquivó la breve tormenta en el octavo asalto y regresó para dar con el jab y una buena combinación de tres golpes para hacer retroceder a Ruiz. Ruiz necesita a empezar a soltarse. Los cinturones le están empezando a decir adiós a Ruiz. (10-9 Joshua, 88-83 Joshua)

Octavo asalto: Ruiz con un asalto que de verdad necesitaba. Se soltó y se metió para empezar a conectar. Está frustrando a Joshua con disparos cuando se abrazan. Ahora, ¿cómo se adaptará Joshua? ¿Podrá Ruiz continuar la intensidad para volver a la pelea? 10-9 Ruiz, 78-74 Joshua)

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Séptimo asalto: La confianza desborda por parte de Joshua conforme los segundos avanzan. Esta boxeando y determinando todo hasta este momento. ¿Podrá Joshua apegarse al plan por otros cinco asaltos? (Joshua 10-9, 69-64 Joshua)

Sexto asalto: Ruiz necesita más que el duro gancho de izquierda que lanzó a medio asalto. Necesita darle rienda suelta a sus manos pero necesita que Joshua esté ahí para recibirlas. (10-9 Joshua, 59-55 Joshua)

Quinto asalto: Era difícil imaginar cómo Joshua podría regresar después de que Ruiz acelerara. Joshua lanzó un explosivo jab duro que entró fácil. (10-9 Joshua, 49-46 Joshua)

Cuarto asalto: El mejor asalto de la pelea hasta ahora para Ruiz. Por fin empezó a usar el jab lo que le permitió meterse. Ruiz llegó con dos manos derechas más para robarse el asalto. La marea parece cambiar un poco hacia el otro lado. (10-9 Ruiz, 39-37 Joshua)

Tercer asalto: Ruiz necesita encontrar un camino para meterse cerca. Joshua lo hace parecer fácil usando el jab e incluso esquivando un buen gancho de izquierda al cuerpo. Ruiz necesita lanzarse hacia Joshua y no solo seguirlo por el ring. (10-9 Joshua, 30-27 Joshua)

Segundo asalto: Un asalto parejo donde Joshua recibió también un corte sobre su ojo izquierdo. Pero Joshua continúa mostrando buena disciplina manteniendo a Ruiz alejado con su jab. (10-9 Joshua, 20-18 Joshua)

Primer asalto: No pudo haber tenido un mejor comienzo por parte de Anthony Joshua. Hizo finta en la secuencia de apertura y mostró buen boxeo. Una dura derecha directa al final del asalto le provocó a Ruiz un corte en la esquina del ojo izquierdo. (10-9, Joshua)

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3:47 p.m.: En una batalla de complemento, Diego Pacheco derrota a Selemani Saidi por nocaut al 1:38 del primero. Una gran derecha de Pacheco fue todo lo que se requirió para desvanecer a Saidi esta noche. 
  
Sigue Ruiz vs. Joshua. 

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3:36 p.m.: Povetking y Hunter obtuvieron un empate dividido (115-113 Hunter, 115-113 Povetkin, 114-114). Nada malo con el puntaje, DAZN News lo tenía 114-113 para Povetkin, con el ruso obteniendo un 10-8 en el quinto asalto porque casi hubo un nocaut por parte de Povetkin.  

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Doceavo asalto: Desde temprano, Hunter conectó un par de buenos derechazos. Conforme fue avanzando, Povetkin mostró su temple de campeón estando más activo. (10-9 Povetkin, 114-113 Povetkin)

Onceavo asalto: En el penúltimo asalto, Hunter aprovechó su oportunidad. Lo estremeció a Povetkin y casi lo acabó en más de una ocasión con derechas de piedra. (10-9 Hunter, 104-104)

Décimo asalto: Hunter vuelve a tomar el timón y ahora se mete adentro, castigando el cuerpo. (10-9 Hunter, 95-94 Povetkin)

Noveno asalto: Un asalto donde Povetkin retornó y bien que lo necesitaba. Pudo encontrar donde dar con una buena izquierda desde adentro. (10-9 Povetkin, 86-84 Povetkin)

Octavo asalto: Hunter volteó el pastel y empezó a boxear bien sorprendiendo a Povetkin quien parece estar derrotado en este momento. (10-9 Hunter, 76-75 Povetkin)

Séptimo asalto: Un asalto sin muchas pretenciones hasta el minuto final cuando Hunter samaqueó a Povetkin con un derechazo. Povetkin le devolvió el regalo con un derechazo de los suyos. Ser agresivo por parte de Hunter es su mejor ingrediente para el éxito. (10-9 Hunter, 67-65 Povetkin)

Sexto asalto: Hunter se recupera un poco y gana acción con un jab firme y potente al cuerpo seguido por una combinación. Hunter necesita seguir con esos disparos. (10-9 Hunter, 58-55 Povetkin)

Quinto asalto: Un gran asalto para Povetkin. Le metió un cañonazo a Hunter con un buen gancho de izquierda que casi envía a Hunter hasta el otro lado del ring. (10-8 Povetkin, 49-45 Povetkin)

Cuarto asalto: Povetkin está haciendo muy buen uso de experiencia aquí. Está obligando a Hunter a luchar diferente y lo está haciendo pagar con un potente disparo tras otro. (10-9 Povetkin, 39-37 Povetkin)

Tercer asalto: Un asalto muy parejo. Povetkin está ganando control con el jab y llegando con esa izquierda tramposa. Hunter tiene que tomar calma y evitar lanzar por lanzar. (10-9 Povetkin, 29-28 Povetkin)

Segundo asalto: Buen retorno de Povetkin. Se ha armado bien y ha empezado a boxear evitando la masacre que venía de Hunter en el primer asalto. (10-9 Povetkin, 19-19)

Primer asalto: Hunter ha venido por el nocaut, conectando con una combinación que ha dejado perplejo a Povetkin. Hunter ha mantenido la presión en Povetkin por todo el asalto. Hunter está dando las gracias al cielo por este muy buen asalto. (10-9, Hunter)

2:39 p.m.: Es hora de la pelea coestelar del evento Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 cuando Michael Hunter se le ponga al frente al antiguo campeón de peso pesado y medallista de oro olímpico del 2004, Alexander Povetkin. Hunter (18-1, 12 nocauts) solo ha perdido una vez y eso fue en el peso crucero ante Oleksandr Usyk en abril del 2018 ¿Podrá Hunter dar un gran salto en la competencia?

2:21 p.m.: Whyte derrota a Wacz por decisión unánime (98-93, 97-93, 97-93). Una decisión muy amplia en una pelea que estuvo más cercana de lo que el puntaje de los jueces señala. Ojalá, Whyte no esté feliz con su actuación. Estaba fuera de forma y pensó que Wacz iba a ser un paseo en el parque y eso casi le costó caro. Con un oponente de mejor calibre, el resultado hubiese sido diferente. 

Será interesante ver qué pasa luego con Whyte. ¿La CMB le reinstaurará el título interino de peso pesado ahora que el británico ha sido declarado inocente por el caso de culpabilidad en examen de drogas? La comisión de sanciones no ha sido nada amable con él al no hacerlo el retador por obligación de Deontay Wilder en el pasado. Esperemos que hagan lo correcto y pongan a Whyte en el lugar que con justicia se merece. 

2:19 p.m.: Ahora vamos a los resultados de los jueces. ¿Quién hizo lo suficiente para llevarse la victoria? 

2:15 p.m.:  Justo cuando parecía que Wacz estaba fuera, ruge para regresar con bastante actividad y conectar con disparos buenos y duros. Whyte se ve duro acá que  está bien por parte de él. 

2:10 p.m.:  Wacz se está poniendo un poco lento en el octavo asalto pero todavía muestra mucho de corazón. Whyte ganó el control con buenos disparos al cuerpo siguiendo con castigos hacia arriba.

2:03 p.m.:  Wacz ha estado yendo a buen paso en estos seis asaltos. Se ve que Whyte no está en buena forma y está esforzándose más de lo normal; Wacz lo está haciendo pagar con un buen trabajo desde adentro. Veamos si Whyte puede sacar algo desde lo más profundo y acercarse a una victoria.

1:30 p.m.:  En este momento en el Ruiz vs. Joshua 2, Dillian Whyte se enfrenta a Mariusz Wach. Whyte (26-1, 18 nocauts) viene en un camino imparable de 10 victorias después de perder contra Joshua en diciembre del 2015. Wach (35-5, 19 nocauts) es un antiguo retador por el título mundial, perdiendo por decisión ante el entonces campeón por el peso pesado unificado Wladimir Klitschko en noviembre del 2012. Wach viene con dos victorias seguidas después de haber perdido tres veces continuas. Esta es una pelea donde White va a tener que trabajar. Pero a la vez, el “Body Snatcher” recibió buenas noticias el viernes cuando lo aclararon de cualquier mala acción luego de algo adverso que se le encontró en un examen de drogas en julio. 

1:27 p.m.:  El antiguo campeón está en la arena.

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1:21 p.m.:  DAZN anuncia que Anthony Joshua no ha llegado todavía a la arena todavía ya que al parecer el chofer se ha perdido.

1:20 p.m.: Hopey Price derrota a Swedi Mohamed a los 2:22 del tercer asalto. 

1:12 p.m.:  El campeón reinante por el peso pesado unificado ha llegado.

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1:00 p.m.:  La lluvia continúa en Arabia Saudita. Y ya que las primeras peleas terminaron rápido, habrá una pelea entre Hopey Price enfrentando a Swedi Mohamed en un trámite de cuatro asaltos por el peso gallo.

12:52 p.m.: Filip Hrgovic derrota a Eric Molina por nocaut técnico a los 2:03 del tercer asalto. No estábamos equivocados con nuestro análisis de cómo esto iba a ir luego del segundo asalto. Hrgovic continuó con su avalancha en el tercer asalto hasta que mandó Molina definitivamente para abajo con otro derechazo y así mantenerse imbatible con 10 peleas, 8 de ellas por el camino del nocaut. Otro muchacho para estar al tanto en una división que necesita más contrincantes.  

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12:47 p.m.: Hay que darle crédito a Molina. Hrgovic lo tumbó en el segundo asalto pero uso sus instintos de veterano para sobrevivir. Sería una sorpresa que no termine esto en el tercero.

12:39 p.m.: Ya viene en Ruiz vs. Joshua, Eric Molina enfrentando a Filip Hrgovic en la acción por el peso pesado.

12:22 p.m.: Magomedrasul Majidov derrota a Tom Little por nocaut técnico al 1:49 del segundo asalto. Majidov continuó acribillando desde el noqueo en el asalto de apertura y continuó su ataque en el segundo, reventando a Little con un disparo duro tras otro. Finalmente, el referí decidió entrar y salvar a Little de más sufrimiento. Majidov aumenta su record con 2-0 con dos paradas de peleas. Definitivamente es alguien a quien ver en el futuro.  

12:18 p.m.: Majidov envía a Little a besar la lona en la apertura del primer asalto con un derechazo. No nos gustó cómo Little cayó al piso. Algo que debemos vigilar. 

12:10 p.m.: Empieza la acción con Magomedrasul Majidovenfrentando a Tom Little en la acción por el peso pesado.

12:00 p.m. ET: Bienvenidos a la cobertura en vivo de DAZN News en la revancha entre Andy Ruiz Jr. y Anthony Joshua. Agarren sus refrescos, amárrense a sus asientos y disfruten de un día de acción completa. 

<h2>Hora de comienzo de Ruiz Jr. vs. Joshua 2</h2>

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	<li>Fecha: sábado, 7 de dic.</li>
	<li>Hora: 12 p.m. hora del este</li>
	<li>Evento principal: 3:45 p.m. hora del este (Aproximado)</li>
	<li>Streaming en vivo: DAZN</li>
</ul>

La transmisión de la cartelera esta programada para empezar el mediodía hora del este. Ruiz y Joshua están programados de caminar al ring a las 3:45 p.m. hora del este con la primera campanada alrededor de las 4 p.m. hora del este. Esas son las 9 p.m. en Inglaterra y medianoche en Arabia Saudita.

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Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua resultados: AJ da una cátedra de boxeo y vuelve a ganar los títulos

UPDATE: <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-live-updates-results-highlights/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">Click here for results, highlights of Ruiz vs. Joshua 2</a>

Coming off one of the most exciting heavyweight title fights in recent memory, <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/when-is-andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-date-time-price-odds-for-clash-on-the-dunes/ham0zoj0qhik1f5r83pybxx83">Andy Ruiz Jr. and Anthony Joshua meet again Saturday</a> for Ruiz's IBF, WBA (super) and WBO titles at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, live on DAZN.

Back in June, Ruiz (33-1, 22 KOs) came in as a 15-1 underdog and stormed right into Madison Square Garden in New York on five weeks' to notice to score the seventh-round TKO and capture the titles.

The moment didn't almost come to be, as Joshua (22-1, 21 KOs) looked to be on his way to successfully retaining his belts when he dropped Ruiz early in the third round. However, Ruiz picked himself up from the canvas and sent Joshua down two times in the third before pulling off one of the biggest upsets in boxing history four rounds later. 

Here's a viewing guide to Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2, which is available exclusively for <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">streaming on DAZN</a> in North America.

<h2>What time is the Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Date: Saturday, Dec. 7</li>
	<li>Time: 12 p.m. ET</li>
	<li>Main event: 3:45 p.m. ET (approximate)</li>
	<li>Live stream: DAZN</li>
</ul>

The broadcast of the undercard for Andy Ruiz vs. Anthony Joshua will start at noon ET on Saturday, Dec. 7. Ruiz and Joshua are expected to make their ring walks at about 3:45 p.m. ET., with the first bell about 4 p.m. ET, which is 9 p.m. in the UK and midnight in Saudi Arabia.

A re-air of the fight will also be shown on DAZN at 10 p.m. ET.

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<h2>How to watch, live stream Ruiz vs. Joshua 2</h2>

The Ruiz vs. Joshua fight is not available via traditional pay-per-view methods. Instead, fans in North America can <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> sign up to watch the fight with DAZN</a>, the global sports live-streaming service.

DAZN is available on a variety of platforms, including Roku, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, iOS, Android, Xbox One, Playstation 4 and Playstation 3, as well as Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer and Safari browsers <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> via DAZN.com</a>.

Comcast customers can sign up for DAZN on Xfinity Flex and Xfinity X1.

<a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-how-to-watch-the-fight-on-dazn/13ka8ixao53yj1cxs2zv8lfu6h">Click here to learn how to watch on smart TVs and DAZN-supported devices</a>.

<h2>How much does the Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight cost?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>1 month DAZN subscription: $19.99</li>
	<li>1 year DAZN subscription: $99.99</li>
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A new subscriber to DAZN can <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> sign up for a monthly subscription or annual pass</a> to watch the fight. The annual pass — which includes access to all of DAZN’s live events, as well as highlights, replays, behind-the-scenes features, original shows and live reports — is $99.99, which averages out to a little over $8 a month. For those who want a monthly-plan instead of the longer-term value, fight fans can sign up for a monthly option for $19.99.

For current subscribers, the fight is already included as part of your plan.

A subscription also includes access to archived Joshua fights, such as the first fight against Ruiz, as well as the mega-fight against Wladimir Klitschko in 2017.

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight card</h2>

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			<td>Class</td>
			<td>Belt</td>
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			<td>Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua</td>
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			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
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			<td>Dillian Whyte vs. Mariusz Wach</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
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			<td>Filip Hrgovic vs. Eric Molina</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
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		<tr class="even">
			<td>Magomedrasul Majidov vs. Tom Little</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

Here is everything you need to know about Saturday's start time for the rematch between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia.

What time is Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2? Live stream info for the heavyweight title fight

UPDATE: <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-live-updates-results-highlights/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">Click here for results and highlights of Ruiz-Joshua 2</a>

Andy Ruiz Jr. didn't look anything like a major underdog when <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-vs-andy-ruiz-jr-results-highlights/ps7zbggv7clk1gpmk5rw3zbgn">he dropped Anthony Joshua four times to win by seventh-round TKO</a> and become the new unified world heavyweight champion back in June.

More than six months later, Ruiz will defend the IBF, WBA and WBO titles against Joshua, looking to prove that his victory wasn't even remotely close to a fluke. Meanwhile, Joshua will be aiming to snatch back his crown and resurrect himself as arguably the top heavyweight in the sweet science. The highly anticipated title unification rematch takes place Saturday, Dec. 7 at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, and <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">live on DAZN</a>.

Fitness has been an early headline entering this bout. Both Ruiz and Joshua had indicated they'd be slimmed down entering the fight. <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-looking-visibly-slimmer-before-rematch-with-anthony-joshua/10v2ddtcdcc1czvi3pj688br5">Ruiz even told DAZN</a> that he'd be aiming to hit the ring Dec. 7 with a targeted weight of 255 to 257 pounds.

However, when it came time to weigh in on Friday, Ruiz was actually 15 pounds heavier than he was for the first fight, hitting the scales at 283 pounds. Joshua, however, was 10 pounds lighter than in June, weighing in at 237 pounds.

Will Ruiz defend the titles and show that he has his British rival's number, or will Joshua produce a career-defining performance and become a two-time world unified heavyweight champ?

Here’s a complete guide to the Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight, with betting odds, undercard information and more.

<h2>When is Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019</li>
	<li>Time: 12 p.m. ET</li>
	<li>Main event: 3:45 p.m. ET (approximate)</li>
	<li>Live stream: DAZN</li>
</ul>

This will mark both Ruiz's and Joshua's first fight since June 1, when the former shocked the world with his seventh-round TKO of AJ. Ruiz and Joshua are scheduled to take their ring walks about 3:45 p.m. ET — although the time depends on the length of the earlier fights — which is 8:45 p.m. in England and 11:45 p.m. local in Saudi Arabia. The bell for the first round should ring about 4 p.m. ET.

DAZN will also re-air the Ruiz-Joshua fight at 10 p.m. ET.

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight week schedule and highlights</h2>

Tuesday: Public workout
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Wednesday: Press conference
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Friday: Weigh-in
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Saturday: Ruiz vs. Joshua card

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 live stream: How to watch</h2>

The Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight isn't available via traditional pay-per-view or a linear TV channel. Fans in North America can instead <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">sign up to watch the fight online with DAZN</a>, the global sports live-streaming service.

DAZN can be streamed on a variety of platforms, including Roku, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, iOS, Android, Xbox One, Playstation 4 and Playstation 3, as well as Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer and Safari browsers <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">via DAZN.com</a>.

Comcast customers can sign up for DAZN on Xfinity Flex and Xfinity X1.

<a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-how-to-watch-the-fight-on-dazn/13ka8ixao53yj1cxs2zv8lfu6h">Click here for a full list of DAZN-supported smart TVs and devices</a>.

<h2>How much does the Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight cost?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>1 month DAZN subscription: $19.99</li>
	<li>1 year DAZN subscription: $99.99</li>
</ul>

New subscribers to DAZN can <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> sign up for a monthly subscription or annual pass</a> to watch the most highly anticipated rematch of the year. The annual pass — which includes access to all of DAZN’s live events, as well as highlights, behind-the-scenes features and original shows — is $99.99 in the U.S. That averages out to a little over $8 a month. Those who prefer a monthly plan can sign up for a monthly option for $19.99. (In Canada, the monthly plan is $20 CAD, and the annual plan is $150 CAD.)

For current subscribers, the fight is already included as part of your plan.

A subscription also includes access to archived Joshua fights, including the original clash with Ruiz, his fight against Alexander Povetkin in 2018, the April 2017 thriller against Wladimir Klitschko and more.

<h2>Where is the Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight?</h2>

The Ruiz vs. Joshua rematch will take place at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, in a bout dubbed the "Clash on the Dunes." Their June 1 clash was held at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

This marks the first time fighting in Saudi Arabia for both boxers. Although there have been other boxing events in Saudi Arabia, Ruiz-Joshua 2 is by far the biggest match to take place there.

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 betting odds</h2>

According to <a href="https://www.sportsbookreview.com/betting-odds/boxing/3876171/odds/">SportsbookReview.com</a>, Anthony Joshua opened as a -304 favorite, which means you'd need to bet $304 to win $100. Meanwhile, even as the defending champion, Andy Ruiz Jr. is a +220 underdog, meaning if you bet $100, you could win $220. 

<h2>Andy Ruiz Jr. record and bio</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Name: Andy Ruiz Jr.</li>
	<li>Nationality: American</li>
	<li>Born: Sept. 11, 1989</li>
	<li>Height: 6-2</li>
	<li>Weight: 283 pounds</li>
	<li>Reach: 74 inches</li>
	<li>Total fights: 34</li>
	<li>Record: 33-1 with 22 knockouts</li>
</ul>

<h2>Anthony Joshua record and bio</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Name: Anthony Joshua</li>
	<li>Nationality: British</li>
	<li>Born: Oct. 15, 1989</li>
	<li>Height: 6-6</li>
	<li>Weight: 237 pounds</li>
	<li>Reach: 82 inches</li>
	<li>Total fights: 23</li>
	<li>Record: 22-1 with 21 knockouts</li>
</ul>

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight card</h2>

<table class="table">
	<tbody>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Matchup </td>
			<td>Class </td>
			<td>Belt </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>IBF/WBA/WBO</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Alexander Povetkin vs. Michael Hunter</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Dillian Whyte vs. Mariusz Wach</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Filip Hrgovic vs. Eric Molina</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Magomedrasul Majidov vs. Tom Little</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

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Will the second installment of Ruiz vs. Joshua be as dramatic as their first clash? We'll find out Dec. 7 when the two meet in Saudi Arabia.

When is Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2? Date, time, price, odds for 'Clash on the Dunes'

UPDATE: <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-live-updates-results-highlights/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">Click here for results and highlights of Ruiz-Joshua 2</a>

Andy Ruiz Jr., as a 15-1 underdog, defeating Anthony Joshua to become the new unified heavyweight champion of the world was shocking enough.

However, the way he became champion June 1 was truly remarkable, as he rose off the canvas from a third-round knockdown to drop Joshua twice later in the same round. Ruiz tacked on two more knockdowns to have his hand raised by seventh-round TKO.

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The Round that Changed Everything 💥<a href="https://twitter.com/Andy_destroyer1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Andy_destroyer1</a> breaks down 🛎🛎🛎 of his first fight against Anthony Joshua <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RuizJoshua2?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RuizJoshua2</a> <a href="https://t.co/suB57OIdWN">pic.twitter.com/suB57OIdWN</a>
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That high drama equipped with all the fireworks makes the Ruiz vs. Joshua rematch Dec. 7 at Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, a must-see fight. Will Joshua snatch back his unified heavyweight titles and re-assert his dominance, or will Ruiz prove that he has the British boxer's number via another stoppage victory?

Here's everything you need to know about how to watch the Ruiz-Joshua rematch.
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<h2>What TV channel is the Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight on?</h2>

Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 isn't on a traditional TV channel in North America but is being <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">live streamed on DAZN</a>, a global multisport streaming service. 

The DAZN app can be downloaded on many smart TVs and other internet-connected devices, including but not limited to:

<ul>
	<li>iOS mobile devices</li>
	<li>Android mobile devices</li>
	<li>Roku</li>
	<li>Apple TV</li>
	<li>Google Chromecast</li>
	<li>Xbox One</li>
	<li>Playstation 4 and Playstation 3</li>
</ul>

The fight can also be viewed on a computer desktop from Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer and Safari browsers <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">via DAZN.com</a>.

New for this fight season, Comcast customers can sign up for DAZN on Xfinity Flex and Xfinity X1.

<a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-how-to-watch-the-fight-on-dazn/13ka8ixao53yj1cxs2zv8lfu6h">Click here</a> for more information on how to watch the fight on DAZN-supported devices.

In the U.K., the fight will be shown on Sky Sports Box Office.

<h2>How much does Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 cost on DAZN?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>1 month DAZN subscription: $19.99</li>
	<li>1 year DAZN subscription: $99.99</li>
</ul>

You can <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">sign up for a monthly subscription or annual pass</a> to watch the Ruiz-Joshua rematch. The annual pass — which includes access to all of DAZN's live events, as well as highlights, replays, behind-the-scenes features, original shows and live reports — costs $99.99. That averages out to slightly over $8 a month. For those who want a monthly plan instead of the longer-term value, fight fans can sign up for a monthly option of $19.99. (In Canada, a subscription is $20 CAD per month or $150 CAD a year.)

Current subscribers already have the Ruiz-Joshua rematch included as part of the plan.

A subscription also includes access to archived Joshua fights, including his first fight with Ruiz back in June, the September 2018 TKO of Alexander Povetkin and his thrilling TKO of Wladimir Klitschko in April 2017.

<h2>What time is Ruiz vs. Joshua 2?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Date: Saturday, Dec. 7</li>
	<li>Time: 12 p.m. ET</li>
	<li>Ruiz-Joshua 2 main event: 3:45 p.m. ET (approximate)</li>
	<li>Live stream: DAZN</li>
</ul>

The live stream for the event begins at noon ET, with Ruiz and Joshua scheduled to take their ring walks about 3:45 p.m., which is 8:45 p.m. in the UK and 11:45 p.m. local in Diriyah.

A re-air of Ruiz vs. Joshua is also scheduled at 10 p.m. on DAZN.

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight card</h2>

<table class="table">
	<tbody>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Matchup </td>
			<td>Class </td>
			<td>Belt </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>IBF/WBA/WBO</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Alexander Povetkin vs. Michael Hunter</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Dillian Whyte vs. Mariusz Wach</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Filip Hrgovic vs. Eric Molina</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Magomedrasul Majidov vs. Tom Little</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td> </td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

The highly anticipated heavyweight rematch between Ruiz and Joshua is a must-see event.

What TV channel is Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 on? How to watch the championship fight

UPDATE: <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-live-updates-results-highlights/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">Click here for results, highlights of Ruiz-Joshua 2</a>

Was the biggest upset in recent memory a glitch in the matrix or a sign of something bigger?

Anthony Joshua will look to avenge his <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-vs-andy-ruiz-jr-results-highlights/ps7zbggv7clk1gpmk5rw3zbgn">seventh-round knockout loss to Andy Ruiz Jr.</a> and reclaim the IBF, WBA and WBO titles, while Ruiz will try to prove he can beat AJ again when the two tango in a highly anticipated rematch on Dec. 7 in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, <a href="https://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports/">live on DAZN</a>. 

Ruiz made history when he stepped in to replace Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller as Joshua's opponent at Madison Square Garden on June 1. But the U.S. debut for the then-unbeaten Joshua didn't go as planned as Ruiz pulled himself up from the canvas after a third-round knockdown and went on to drop the 2012 Olympic gold medalist four times before earning a shocking TKO stoppage in Round 7.

The pair are back at it once again with something to prove, this time clashing in Saudi Arabia at the newly built Diriyah Arena.  

The stakes are incredibly high for both fighters as they each seek their slice of heavyweight supremacy. Ruiz aims to silence the naysayers who suggested that he got lucky against an opponent who made the mistake of overlooking him, while Joshua looks to prove that lightning won't strike twice. 

It's arguably the most anticipated rematch in heavyweight boxing over the past decade as the result will have a massive impact on the division.

Here's the complete guide of how to watch <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/when-is-andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-date-time-price-odds-for-clash-on-the-dunes/ham0zoj0qhik1f5r83pybxx83">Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2</a>. 

<h2>How to watch the Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight on DAZN</h2>

The Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight is available exclusively by <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> signing up for DAZN</a>.

DAZN, the home of boxers Canelo Alvarez, Gennadiy Golovkin and Joshua, offers two different subscription packages for fight fans. Subscribers can live stream the Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 fight, along with dozens of other live events and original programming included in DAZN's multi-sport offering.

A monthly subscription in the United States costs $19.99, or you can sign up for a year for $99.99. (In Canada, the monthly subscription is $20 CAD, and a year-long subscription is $150 CAD.)

For current subscribers, the Andy Ruiz vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight is included in the subscription, which also includes access to archived Joshua fights.

Here is a full list of the devices where DAZN is available, in addition to <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports" target="_blank"> web browsers on DAZN.com</a>:

<table class="table">
	<tbody>
		<tr class="even">
			<th>Mobile Devices</th>
			<th>TV & Streaming Devices</th>
			<th>Game Consoles</th>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>iPhone, iPad</td>
			<td>Amazon Fire TV</td>
			<td>Playstation 3</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Android phones, tables</td>
			<td>Amazon Fire TV Stick</td>
			<td>Playstation 4, Pro</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Amazon Fire tablet</td>
			<td>Android TV</td>
			<td>XBox One, One S</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>Apple TV</td>
			<td>XBox One X</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>Google Chromecast</td>
			<td>..</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>LG Smart TV</td>
			<td>..</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>Panasonic Smart TV</td>
			<td>..</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>Samsung Smart TV</td>
			<td>..</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>Sony Smart TV</td>
			<td>..</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>..</td>
			<td>Vizio SmartCast TV</td>
			<td>..</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

New for this fight season, Comcast customers can sign up for DAZN on Xfinity Flex and X1.

<h2>How to watch DAZN on Xbox</h2>

You'll first need to connect your Xbox to the internet and sign up for an Xbox account. Once you've done that, open the Store and navigate to the search bar and enter "DAZN." Select the DAZN app from the search results and begin downloading.

Before signing up, be sure to check for updates available for the app in the "Manage your App" menu in the official DAZN app. Then enter your personal details, click "Continue," and then enter your preferred payment method and information to begin streaming on DAZN.

<h2>How to watch DAZN on PS4</h2>

After connecting your console to the internet and signing up for a PlayStation Network account, you'll need to launch the "PSN Store" from the home menu. Enter "DAZN" in the search bar and select the official DAZN app from the search results to begin the download.

Once installed, check to see if the app is up to date by navigating to the app, pressing the "Option" button on your PlayStation controller and selecting "Search for updates."

With the app up to date, you can now launch it. Enter the requested information and payment information and select "Start Subscription" to begin streaming.

<h2>How to watch DAZN on Roku</h2>

Once you've set up your Roku, access the Roku Channel Store to add new channels. Enter "DAZN" into the search box and then select the DAZN icon from the results to install the app. You'll need to sign up for DAZN from your desktop or mobile device in order to access content from your Roku device. Once you've signed up, you will be able to sign in on your Roku using your account information.

<h2>How to watch DAZN on Apple TV</h2>

In order to install the DAZN app on your Apple TV, you'll need to access the App Store. Once there, search "DAZN" in the search bar and select the icon from the search results to begin downloading. After installation, you can sign up for DAZN right from the app on your Apple TV. Launch the app and select the "Sign-Up" button to join DAZN.

<h2>How to watch DAZN on Google Chromecast</h2>

After you've set up your Chromecast, make sure you're using the same Wi-Fi connection as your Chromecast and the latest version of the DAZN app. Launch the DAZN app from your smartphone or tablet and tap the Chromecast symbol. Then select your Chromecast and choose the video you want to cast.

<h2>How to watch DAZN on Xfinity</h2>

You'll need a compatible X1 TV Box as part of your Xfinity TV service, or a Streaming TV Box with Xfinity Flex service. The easiest way to get to the DAZN app is by saying “DAZN app” (pronounced “da-zone”) into your remote. You can also find the DAZN app by pressing the xfinity button on your remote, selecting "Apps" and navigating to DAZN under Video. You'll need to sign up for a DAZN account at dazn.com/x1 or choose "sign in" if you've already subscribed.

Can't find your device? <a href="http://my.dazn.com/help/Content-App-and-Functionality" target="_blank"> Click here for a full list of instructions to download the DAZN app</a>.

The biggest rematch in recent heavyweight boxing memory is on. Here's how to watch Ruiz vs. Joshua through DAZN-supported streaming devices such as mobile phones, smart TVs, PS4, Xbox, Roku and more.

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Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2: How to watch the fight on DAZN

UPDATE: <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-live-updates-results-highlights/n43a0yt6o8x01o3h68b5ls8u7">Click here for results and highlights of Ruiz-Joshua 2</a>

The sequel to one of the biggest upsets in boxing history is here, as Andy Ruiz Jr. puts his IBF, WBA (super) and WBO heavyweight titles on the line <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/when-is-andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-date-time-price-odds-for-clash-on-the-dunes/ham0zoj0qhik1f5r83pybxx83">against Anthony Joshua on Saturday, Dec. 7</a> at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, live on DAZN. 

On June 1, Ruiz (33-1, 22 KOs), who came in as a 15-1 underdog, sent the boxing world into a frenzy by delivering a seventh-round TKO and handing Joshua the first loss of his career. 

It didn't take long for Joshua (22-1, 21 KOs) to invoke his rematch clause, and now the two are set for their "Clash on the Dunes" in Saudi Arabia. 

Ruiz was a late replacement for Jarrell Miller in the first fight. Will a full training camp to prepare for Ruiz be the remedy Joshua needs in his quest regain his championship belts? Or does Ruiz prove what happened wasn't a fluke, and he belongs in the conversation with top-tier heavyweights like Joshua, WBC titlist Deontay Wilder and lineal champion Tyson Fury?

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<h2>Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 live stream: How to watch the fight</h2>

The rematch between Ruiz and Joshua is not available to purchase through pay-per-view. Instead, it will be <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> streamed exclusively on DAZN</a> in the U.S. and Canada.

DAZN can be streamed on Amazon Fire, AppleTV, Google Chromecast, Playstation 3, Playstation 4, Roku, iOS, Android and many smart TVs. The service can also be accessed online <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> via DAZN.com</a> using browsers like Google Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer and Firefox.

Comcast customers can sign up for DAZN on Xfinity Flex.

In the UK, the fight is being shown via Sky Sports Box Office. 

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua price: How much does DAZN cost?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>1 month DAZN subscription: $19.99</li>
	<li>1 year DAZN subscription: $99.99</li>
</ul>

Ruiz vs. Joshua is available on the DAZN platform. <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">To get access to this fight</a>, and more than 100 other fights a year, subscribers will be charged either $99.99 per year, or $19.99 for a monthly plan. (In Canada, the monthly price is $20 CAD and the annual price is $150 CAD.) In addition to live fights, the subscription also includes access to highlights, replays, behind-the-scenes features and original programming such as The Pat McAfee Show.

For current subscribers, the fight is already included as part of your plan.

A subscription also includes access to archived fights, such as the first Joshua vs. Ruiz fight, as well as Joshua's thrilling victory over Wladimir Klitschko at Wembley Stadium in 2017.

Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 is part of DAZN's fall <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/dazn-fall-fight-schedule-commercials-sunday-night-football/19edxj9hudiie134v9l03qn7q1" target="_blank">Fight Season</a>, which included Gennadiy Golovkin vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko, Canelo Alvarez vs. Sergey Kovalev, and the Logan Paul vs. KSI rematch.

<h2>Ruiz vs. Joshua fight schedule</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Date: Saturday, Dec. 7</li>
	<li>Time: 12 p.m. ET</li>
	<li>Main event: 3:45 p.m. ET (approximate)</li>
</ul>

Ruiz vs. Joshua will take the ring on Saturday, Dec. 7. The undercard for the event begins at 12 p.m. ET. Ruiz and Joshua should take their ring walks around 3:45 p.m. ET (which is 11:45 p.m. in Saudi Arabia), although the exact time depends on the length of the earlier fights.

<table class="table">
	<tbody>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Matchup</td>
			<td>Class</td>
			<td>Belt</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>IBF, WBA (super), WBO</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Alexander Povetkin vs. Michael Hunter</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>...</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Dillian Whyte vs. Mariusz Wach</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>...</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="odd">
			<td>Filip Hrgovic vs. Eric Molina</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>...</td>
		</tr>
		<tr class="even">
			<td>Magomedrasul Majidov vs. Tom Little</td>
			<td>Heavyweight</td>
			<td>...</td>
		</tr>
	</tbody>
</table>

Andy Ruiz Jr. and Anthony Joshua meet again for the WBA (super), WBO and IBF heavyweight titles.

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Everywhere from London, Cardiff and even running it back in New York City were tossed around as possible destinations to host <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/when-is-andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-date-time-price-odds-for-clash-on-the-dunes/ham0zoj0qhik1f5r83pybxx83"> Andy Ruiz vs. Anthony Joshua 2</a>.

However, when it was all said and done, the highly anticipated rematch had been booked in a rather unlikely location — Saudi Arabia. Ruiz will defend his unified world heavyweight championship against Joshua at the <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/andy-ruiz-vs-anthony-joshua-2-a-look-at-the-newly-constructed-diriyah-arena-in-saudi-arabia/i4ei5l5w3cnj17cxiwlz2iz0m"> newly constructed 15,000-seat Diriyah Arena</a>, and live on DAZN, on Saturday.
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The rematch has been dubbed the "Clash on the Dunes," and as the fight nears, both fighters are getting more excited by the day.

“It’s going to be an incredible night and I’m thrilled so many of my fans are going to be there, particularly from the UK," Joshua said in a Matchroom Boxing press release. “It’ll definitely be a night people will tell their grandchildren they were at, one of those iconic evenings of boxing. Everyone from Saudi has been brilliant to work with."

Will Ruiz prove that his <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/anthony-joshua-vs-andy-ruiz-jr-results-highlights/ps7zbggv7clk1gpmk5rw3zbgn"> seventh-round TKO of Joshua</a> back on June 1 was far from a fluke, or will Joshua become a two-time unified world champion and reassert himself as arguably the top heavyweight in the game?

Here's a complete guide to the exotic boxing location that is Diriyah, Saudi Arabia for this fight.

<h2>Where is the Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight?</h2>

The Ruiz vs. Joshua rematch will take place from Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, which is near the country's capital city of Riyadh. The custom 15,000-seat arena's backdrop offers a gorgeous view of the Riyadh skyline.

Although there have been boxing events held in Saudi Arabia in the past (the WWE has held events there as well), Ruiz and Joshua will be fighting in the kingdom for the first time, with their heavyweight title rematch easily being the biggest boxing event to ever take place there.

<h2>Why is the fight in Saudi Arabia?</h2>

As aforementioned, London, Cardiff and New York City were thrown around as possible hosts for this Ruiz-Joshua rematch. Ruiz made it clear he didn't want the fight in the UK and even suggested that the bout be held in Mexico. However, Matchroom Boxing president Eddie Hearn ended up getting an unlikely offer from Saudi Arabia.

Although there was criticism for the choice of Saudi Arabia as the venue, Hearn said it was an opportunity to grow the sport, and told DAZN's Chris Mannix, "I don't think we can ignore the potential for boxing in the Middle East."

At the final press conference leading up to the fight on Wednesday, Hearn said:

“We were very close to going to Cardiff, and very close to taking this rematch back to Madison Square Garden in New York. We even looked at Mexico. I had finally made the decision to keep the fight in the UK, but then I got the call from Saudi. I think I was quite rude at first actually, I told them not to waste their time because we were taking the fight to Cardiff. But the passion they had to bring this fight to Saudi Arabia was unmatched and within four or five days, we have an agreement to stage this fight here. Sometimes there was shock and criticism, but this was an absolutely wonderful decision. ... The is a new dawn for the sport of boxing.

Hearn's father, Barry Hearn, told iFL TV that boxing is a global sport, and that it was in the fighters' best interest for them to listen to offers from all countries.

"Saudi Arabi and the Middle East generally are spending an awful lot of money, huge money, to attract big sporting events, and our duty to our clients is to maximize their earnings.

"[Boxing] is a dangerous game, whatever they get they deserve and quite frankly the place that pays the most money gets the best fights." 

<h2>When is Ruiz vs. Joshua 2?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019</li>
	<li>Time: 12 p.m. ET</li>
	<li>Main event: 3:45 p.m. ET (approximate)</li>
</ul>

The two are scheduled to make their ring walks about 3:45 p.m. ET, which is 8:45 p.m. in England and 11:45 p.m. local in Saudi Arabia. 

In the United States and Canada, <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports"> the fight will be shown exclusively on DAZN</a>, the global sports live-streaming service.

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The Ruiz-Joshua rematch will take place from Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arabia.

Why is the Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2 fight in Saudi Arabia?

Andy Ruiz Jr. no era favorito cuando derribó cuatro veces a Anthony Joshua antes de ganarle por KOT en siete rounds y convertirse en el campeón mundial de peso pesado en junio pasado.

Seis meses después, Andy expondrá los títulos IBF, WBA y WBO para tratar de confirmar su calidad ante el mundo, mientras Joshua pretende recuperar todos sus cinturones y reclamar su trono en una esperada revancha este 7 de diciembre en la Diriyah Arena de Arabia Saudita,  que será distribuida en <a href="https://watch.dazn.com/es-US/sports/">vivo por DAZN</a>.

La forma física de ambos sin duda ha sido un tema de cara a esta nueva pelea. Los dos boxeadores se han presentado visiblemente más delgados. “Adelgacé para poder ejecutar mejor mi boxeo y estar listo para pelear los 12 rounds”, dijo Joshua. Ruiz reveló a DAZN que bajará de peso de 268 a 255 o 257 libras para la pelea del 7 de diciembre.

¿Podrá Ruiz defender sus cinturones, o Joshua podrá recuperar su condición de campeón?

<h2>¿Cuándo es Andy Ruiz vs. Anthony Joshua 2?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Fecha: El sábado, el 7 de diciembre 2019</li>
	<li>Hora: 12 p.m. ET</li>
	<li>Evento principal: 3:45 p.m. ET aproximadamente</li>
</ul>

Será la primera pelea por ambos boxeadores desde el 1 de junio cuando Ruiz amargó Joshua en la ronda séptima. Los dos empezarán el camino al ring a las 3:45 p.m.

<h2>¿Cómo puedo ver Ruiz vs. Joshua 2?</h2>

La pelea entre Ruiz y Joshua está solamente disponible por <a href="https://watch.dazn.com/es-US/sports/">suscripción en DAZN</a> dentro de formas tradicionales como Pay-Per-View.

La app de DAZN está disponible en plataformas varias, como Roku, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, iOS, Android, Xbox One, Playstation 4, Playstation 3 y también Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer y Safari <a href="https://watch.dazn.com/es-US/sports/">en DAZN.com</a>.

Clientes de Comcast pueden unir para DAZN por Xfinity Flex y en Xfinity X1.

<h2>¿Cuánto cuesta la pelea de Ruiz vs. Joshua 2?</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Suscripción por una mes de DAZN: $19,99</li>
	<li>Suscripción por un año de DAZN: $99,00  </li>
</ul>

Un suscriptor nuevo puede <a href="https://watch.dazn.com/es-US/sports/">inscribirse por DAZN</a> en un plan mensual o anual para ver las peleas en DAZN. El plan anual cuesta $99,99 e incluye el acceso a todos los eventos de DAZN, como repeticiones, eventos detrás de cámaras, programas originales y reportajes en vivo. El plan mensual cuesta $19,99. 

Los suscriptores actuales tienen la pelea como una parte del plan actual.

<h2>¿Dónde será la pelea de Ruiz vs. Joshua 2?</h2>

La revancha entre Ruiz y Joshua será en vivo de Diriyah Arena en Diriyah, Arabia Saudita. La primera pelea entre ambos, el 1 de junio, fue en el Madison Square Garden de Nueva York y esta será la primera pelea de ambos en Arabia Saudita.

<h2>Apuestas para Ruiz vs. Joshua 2</h2>

De acuerdo con SportsbookReview.com, Anthony Joshua es favorito con -340, que significa necesita hacer una apuesta de $340 para ganar $100. Ruiz está +220, lo cual se traduce en que hay que apostar $100 para cobrar hasta $220.

<h2>Récord y biografía de Andy Ruiz Jr.</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Nombre: Andy Ruiz Jr.</li>
	<li>Nacionalidad: Mexicoamericano </li>
	<li>Nacido: 11 de septiembre 1989</li>
	<li>Estatura: 6’2</li>
	<li>Alcance: 74” </li>
	<li>Peleas: 34</li>
	<li>Récord: 33-1 con 22 KO </li>
</ul>

<h2>Récord y biografía de Anthony Joshua</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Nombre: Anthony Joshua</li>
	<li>Nacionalidad: Británico </li>
	<li>Nacido: 15 de octubre 1989</li>
	<li>Estatura: 6’6” </li>
	<li>Alcance: 82” </li>
	<li>Peleas: 23</li>
	<li>Récord: 22-1 con 21 KO</li>
</ul>

<h2>Cartelera de Ruiz vs. Joshua</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua</li>
	<li>Alexander Povetkin vs. Michael Hunter</li>
	<li>Dillian Whyte vs. Mariusz Wach</li>
	<li>Filip Hrgovic vs. Eric Molina</li>
	<li>Magomedrasul Majidov vs. Tom Little</li>
</ul>

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Será igual de dramática la revancha de Ruiz vs. Joshua 2 que la primer pelea? Entérate cuando se enfrenten el 7 de diciembre en Arabia Saudita.

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Dillian Whyte received some good news the day before his return to the ring. The British heavyweight on Friday posted a statement by United Kingdom Anti-Doping (UKAD) saying it had withdrawn a charge that he violated anti-doping rules based on an adverse drug-test finding.

UKAD said it determined after an investigation that a contaminated supplement containing trace amounts of two metabolites of steroids caused Whyte to test positive a month before his July 20 WBC interim title fight vs. Oscar Rivas.

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For those who believed in me I won’t forget you . To those who didn’t, I won’t forgive you and I know who you are. 
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Whyte (26-1, 18 KOs) appeared to claim the interim belt when he defeated Rivas by unanimous decision. Shortly after the fight, it was reported that Whyte had failed a prefight drug test administered by UKAD. Whyte appeared before the British Boxing Board of Control on July 17, three days before the bout, to plead his case. The BBBofC allowed him to compete despite the failed test.

The WBC didn't act as kindly; it stripped Whyte of his interim title at the end of July and began an investigation.

The Voluntary Anti-Doping Association announced Aug. 1 that Whyte and Rivas had passed prefight and postfight drug tests. Whyte, who maintained his innocence throughout, was never suspended and was free to take a fight at any time. 

At the end of November, it was announced he would fight former world title challenger Mariusz Wach on Saturday's undercard of the Andy Ruiz Jr.-Anthony Joshua heavyweight title rematch, live on DAZN.
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Good news for Dillian Whyte heading into his Saturday fight on the undercard of Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua.

Dillian Whyte cleared of doping charge after UKAD probe finds no violation

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DIRIYAH, Saudi Arabia — The past 12 months have been a roller coaster for Dillian Whyte. He has seen success, only to come crumbling down to a low point that had him considering retirement due to stress right in the midst of his prime boxing years. 

But he has reconsidered bidding farewell to the sport that he loves and finds himself on one of the biggest cards of the year when he faces Mariusz Wach (35-5, 19 KOs) on the undercard of Saturday's <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/when-is-andy-ruiz-jr-vs-anthony-joshua-2-date-time-price-odds-for-clash-on-the-dunes/ham0zoj0qhik1f5r83pybxx83">heavyweight title clash between champion Andy Ruiz Jr. and Anthony Joshua</a>. 

“It’s been really frustrating the past few years,” Whyte (26-1, 18 KOs) told DAZN News. “A few times I thought about walking away and hanging my gloves up. But I’m a warrior, and it takes a lot to stop me. I’m motivated and I’m ready to give it a go.”

Last December, Whyte obliterated rival Dereck Chisora with a left hook that was a late “knockout of the year” candidate and appeared to set him up for a return bout with Anthony Joshua, who was in need of an opponent after talks for a fight with Deontay Wilder fell apart. 

Just when it appeared that Whyte would get the opportunity to avenge his 2015 knockout loss to Joshua, negotiations fell apart. Joshua shifted his focus away from a Whyte fight at Wembley Stadium and targeted his United States debut against rival Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller.

And we all know what happened next as Miller’s failed drug tests cost him the opportunity to fight, and Ruiz stepped in and pulled off a monumental upset when he stopped Joshua in the seventh round in June. 

That could have been Whyte, right?

“No,” Whyte said as he shook his head. “I never had no regrets because I knew my value and Joshua’s team didn’t value what I brought to the table. They wanted everything and we said no. I’m not a chump. I’m not Andy Ruiz.”

Yes, Whyte called the current unified heavyweight champion a chump. 

“Let’s be honest,” Whyte continued. “He took the fight on five weeks’ notice because, at the time, he was a chump. Let’s be real about it. I’m not a chump. I’m a pay-per-view star myself.”

Whyte wasn’t finished laying into the heavyweight division just yet. 

“I know my business and what I’m worth,” he said. “I’m not a dumb hillbilly like Deontay Wilder who doesn’t know what’s going on with his career.

“I’m a star.”

Unfortunately for Whyte, that sequence of events with Joshua, Wilder and Ruiz kept him out of the title picture, and he opted to take a fight with Oscar Rivas for the vacant WBC interim title in an effort to put himself at the top of the pecking order for a shot at a championship. 

And that’s when disaster struck.

An adverse finding in his drug test administered by the UK Anti-Doping agency surfaced after <a href="https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/boxing/whyte-vs-rivas-results-dillian-whyte-wins-easy-decision-to-become-interim-wbc-champion/x2r4r3ih6dgu1jjoc1y17chdk">he defeated Rivas in July</a> and led to a storm of controversy. Whyte admits to slipping into a deep depression that nearly cost him his career. Months went by without a full explanation of the test results — until Whyte and UKAD released a statement on Friday, in which the agency cleared Whyte of any wrongdoing.

“Having rigorously scrutinised and investigated the detailed factual and scientific evidence provided by Mr Whyte, UKAD is satisfied that the presence of the very low amounts of metabolites in his June 20 2019 sample was not caused by any fault, negligence or wrongdoing on Mr Whyte’s part and, given the circumstances, could not have affected the fight between Mr Whyte and Mr Rivas on July 20 2019,” the UKAD's statement said.

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Now, Whyte can move forward, and he hopes a defining performance in Saudi Arabia is what will make headlines. 

“I was having some great momentum with my past few performances, but there are always some kind of setbacks in life,” Whyte said. “But these things show a man’s character, and I’m going to come back even stronger. I can come back from this and be on top again.”

Whyte has made no bones about it that he’s going to keep a close eye on the main event. And while many have had a tough time deciding who will win, Whyte thinks it is pretty simple.

“(Joshua) was looking hella crazy before the first fight,” Whyte recalled. “I’ve never seen him like that before. But if he gets his head right and is motivated, he’s going to beat Andy Ruiz. Honestly, he beats him nine times out of 10. Ruiz is a good fighter who just happened to get one.” 

If Ruiz wins, that could effectively dissolve Whyte’s desire to face Joshua again because he’s been hunting down a title opportunity for his entire career, right?

Not necessarily.

“Listen, if Anthony Joshua loses his next 10 fights, I’ll still fight him,” Whyte said. “We’re like Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier where we have that chemistry. If we fight 10 times, it’s going to be 10 good fights. None of the fights will be rubbish. It's a bigger fight facing Joshua without the world title than it is facing Ruiz with the world title. That's just what it is.”

Nobody knows exactly what the future holds for Dillian Whyte. But as colorful as The Body Snatcher is, it's good to know that he's here to stay and stir the pot with both his fists and his words.

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Dillian Whyte faces Mariusz Wach on the undercard of Andy Ruiz vs. Anthony Joshua 2 and offers some thoughts on Ruiz, Deontay Wilder and why he wants to fight Joshua again.

Dillian Whyte sounds off on heavyweights: Ruiz a chump, Wilder a hillbilly and Joshua the perfect opponent

Unified world heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. and Anthony Joshua lock horns for the second time in 2019 when they meet on Saturday (3:45 p.m. ET/12:45 PT) at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia for Ruiz's IBF, WBA (super) and WBO heavyweight titles. 

A win by Ruiz (33-1, 22 KOs) proves their fight in June, when he sent Joshua crashing to the canvas four times to win by seventh-round TKO, wasn't a fluke.

Joshua (22-1, 21 KOs) looks to rebound from the first defeat of his storied career and become a two-time unified champion.

Many boxing pundits and fans are split on who exits the Middle East with the heavyweight hardware. We spoke with some of the experts to discuss who comes out on top in the fight, <a href="http://watch.dazn.com/en-US/sports">which will be shown live on DAZN</a>.

Dan Rafael, ESPN.com: This is a huge rematch, and there is huge pressure on Joshua after what happened in June. But I think he overlooked the late replacement Ruiz and paid the price. No way he does that this time. I think Joshua is a better athlete, a better puncher, and he's bigger. Ruiz may have been a little distracted given all the hoopla over his victory. I think Joshua will be as prepared as he can possibly be and will get the job done by late knockout.

Prediction: Anthony Joshua by knockout.

Mike Coppinger, The Athletic: Andy Ruiz late KO.

Thomas Gerbasi, BoxingScene.com, RingTV.com, and BoxingNewsOnline.net: 283 pounds. I was leaning towards Joshua before today's weigh-in, but now I'm picking the former champ with no hesitation after Ruiz actually went up in weight from the first fight. Shades of Buster Douglas pre-Holyfield for sure, and we all know how that went. As far as the method of victory, AJ will probably play it safe and avoid exchanges at close range. Use the ring, use his jab and take it into the late rounds. He might not get Ruiz out of there, but he should take the decision comfortably. 

Prediction: Anthony Joshua by a wide unanimous decision.

Diego M. Morilla, The Ring en español: As it is usually in these cases, no one listens to the most authoritative and experienced voices in the matter. This time, I did, and I agreed with one of them. In the lead-up to Joshua-Ruiz I, trainer Kevin Barry (one of the few trainers who faced both Joshua and Ruiz from the corner of one of his pupils, Joseph Parker) made it clear that Ruiz was not the prohibitive, double-digits underdog that the boxing connoisseurs du jour wanted us to believe.

He warned Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn about the difficulties that his charge would be facing against a motivated guy with little to lose. Armed with a degree of power and hand speed that no one thought possible in a fighter of his body shape, Ruiz was more dangerous than what everyone thought he'd be. And Barry's prophecies were correct down to the last word.

This time around, I believe that, in spite of being the one carrying the belts into the ring with him, Andy Ruiz will be the one feeling the most pressure to prove that he is not a one-trick burro with a lovely backstory and an extra measure of good luck. And since Joshua will be fully aware of both the cost of his previous mistakes and the fortunes that await him if he gets it right this time, it is not hard for me to believe, just like Barry does, that Joshua will indeed have the upper hand, in more than one sense, should he manage to keep the pressure on Ruiz and maintain a degree of distance throughout the bout.

In sum, Joshua's height, wingspan, power, and mobility should be enough (if applied correctly, as they were during the first two and a half rounds of the first bout) to get the job done this time, and to then set up the richest fight in 21st-century heavyweight boxing against Deontay Wilder.

Prediction: Anthony Joshua by sixth-round knockout.

Jake Donovan, BoxingScene.com: I keep going back and forth on this one (always a good sign of a potentially competitive fight), but believe that Ruiz is more resourceful than the one-trick pony he's being sold to be. It's not just Joshua who will be making adjustments, but also Ruiz enhancing what worked so well the first time, and I believe to be the path toward a repeat feat. Ruiz by mid-rounds KO.

Prediction: Andy Ruiz Jr. by knockout.

Kelsey McCarron, BleacherReport.com: Less than a year ago, Joshua was the consensus No. 1 heavyweight in the world who appeared to be on his way to becoming the next great UK heavyweight champion. Heck, some people were even comparing this guy to Lennox Lewis. But Ruiz shocked the world in June and pulled an upset for the ages. Still, sometimes fighters have to learn hard lessons by losing fights that they should otherwise win. The same thing happened to Lewis when he lost to Oliver McCall in 1994 and Hasim Rahman in 2001.

Like Lewis, I think Joshua has the build, body and skill to beat most other heavyweights, but sometimes his head gets in the way. My prediction is that he rebounds in Saudi Arabia to beat Ruiz via 12-round decision by focusing on what he does best. Joshua will use jabs and crosses and limit Ruiz's countering opportunities. 

Prediction: Anthony Joshua via 12-round decision.

Carlos Toro, Fightful.com: This rematch does have the makings to be as exciting and enthralling as their first bout back in June. The gameplan for Joshua to win is there: use his length and jab to keep Ruiz from getting to the inside and not get desperate like he was after he dropped Ruiz the first time.

But to be honest, I'm not entirely sold on Joshua being able to comprehend what needs to be done to get the win. Ruiz, on the other hand, is going to try and close the distance early on in the fight. Ruiz won't be afraid of a potential knockdown because he's already experienced that and was able to thrive coming from behind to win.

Joshua will fight a smarter fight this time around, but Ruiz's style is one that the Brit will struggle for several rounds. There's a lot to be said about the momentum and confidence Ruiz has coming into the bout, and it will be a factor in the final result. I think we will see a similar ending to the first fight with Ruiz coming out on top and retaining his heavyweight titles. 

Prediction: Andy Ruiz Jr. by TKO.

Some of boxing's top media members give their opinions on who wins the rematch.

Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Anthony Joshua 2: Industry experts' predictions

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