TALK SPORT: ANTHONY JOSHUA BEATS RUIZ JR

AJ WINS by unanimous decision with beautiful boxing performance to regain heavyweight world titles.

Following the Mexican-American’s stunning upset on June 1 in New York, the Brit activated an immediate rematch clause and boxed beautifully from start to finish in a masterclass performance to win back his WBA,IBF & WBO belts.

 The scorecards were read out and declared Anthony Joshua as the two-time unified heavyweight world champion: 118-110, 118-110, 119-109.

After the fight Anthony Joshua said
“Man the first time was so nice, I had to do it twice.
“A man like me don’t make no excuses, this is about boxing. Last time I realised I hurt the man and got caught coming in.
“I said to myself I’m gonna correct myself and come again.
“I just wanted to put on a great boxing masterclass and also show the sweet science of this lovely sport. It’s about hitting and not getting hit.
“Never a change in mentality, you know the saying. Stay hungry, stay humble.
“It’s all about preparation. Careers are all about experience. it’s just about creating great memories.
“I took my L and came back. Without a doubt [I’d do it again].

 Ruiz Jr added: “I want the third fight.
“It was his night man. I didn’t prepare how I should’ve and I gained too much weight
“If we do the third, best believe I’m gonna get in the f***ing best shape of my life.”