Evander Holyfield vs John Ruiz
On August 12, 2000, Evander Holyfield (36-4-1, 25 KOs) and John Ruiz (36-3, 27 KOs) battle it out for the vacant WBA heavyweight world titles. The vacant WBA heavyweight title is also on the line.
Holyfield vs Ruiz Stats
Evander Holyfield is coming in to the fight on a 1-fight losing streak with a 61% KO rate; his last fight was a unanimous decision loss to Lennox Lewis, 8 months and 30 days ago. John Ruiz is on a 11-fight win streak with a 69% KO rate, with his last fight being a 2nd round TKO win over Thomas Williams, 8 months and 1 day ago.
Holyfield vs Ruiz Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Evander Holyfield at 99-1 winning odds. John Ruiz really doesn't have much to present against Holyfield.
Holyfield vs Ruiz Result
Evander Holyfield defeated John Ruiz via unanimous decision . Holyfield improves his record to 37-4-1, while Ruiz adds a loss to his record at 36-4.