Anthony Joshua had six months to think about the biggest upset loss of his professional career, and when it came time for the rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr., the British boxing star was ready to reclaim his heavyweight title belts.
Joshua defeated Ruiz by unanimous decision on Saturday in Saudi Arabia, going the entire 12 rounds against a heavier Ruiz.
The fight didn’t feature the fireworks of the first meeting, but Joshua stuck to his approach and frustrated Ruiz with his consistent movement and jabs. Joshua’s bounce-back effort had much of the boxing world impressed while Ruiz’s weight gain was roundly criticized. Ruiz blamed his own preparation after the loss.
This was how Twitter reacted to the fight.
We’ll have to see what’s next for Joshua’s fight schedule. He could elect for another rematch against Ruiz or go a different direction. Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury’s rematch in February may also play a role for Joshua.
