Andy Ruiz Jr Loses Comeback Fight to Damian Knyba

Andy Ruiz Jr, a former heavyweight champion, lost his comeback fight against Poland's Damian Knyba at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. This match marked Ruiz Jr's return to the ring after a two-year hiatus.

The 36-year-old boxer, who gained fame by defeating Anthony Joshua in 2019, struggled during the fight, which was only his fourth since losing to Joshua in December 2019. After being knocked down in the seventh round, he ultimately lost by unanimous decision, with judges scoring the bout 117-110, 114-113, and 114-113 in favor of Knyba, who improved his record to 18 wins and one loss.

Following the fight, Ruiz Jr expressed his determination to continue his boxing career and called for a rematch. He attributed his performance to rustiness from the long layoff and acknowledged Knyba's effective strategy. Ruiz Jr holds a professional record of 35 wins, including 22 by knockout, one draw, and three losses.