Do people still think Ruiz would stop Itauma?

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  1. MixedMartialLaw

    MixedMartialLaw Combat sports enthusiast Full Member

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    A lot of people were saying Ruiz would be a bad match-up for Moses after the Hrgovic loss, now, after Ruiz's own loss, have opinions change?
     
    MixedMartialLaw, Sep 5, 2026 at 10:37 AM
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    Usyk is the best Active Member Full Member

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    Itauma vs today`s Ruiz is a complete mismatch
     
    Usyk is the best, Sep 5, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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    Not saying it happens but Itauma is a much better matchup for Ruiz than Knyba was. A lot more chances for Ruiz to catch Itauma during the exchanges.
     
    Bigplatts, Sep 5, 2026 at 11:42 AM
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    MixedMartialLaw Combat sports enthusiast Full Member

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    I agree that pre-Hrgovich Moses at least, would have definitely looked to exchange with Andy, which would have played into Andy's style better.
     
    MixedMartialLaw, Sep 5, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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    Amended for accuracy.
     
    Down Go Fraser, Sep 5, 2026 at 11:51 AM
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    So the question is: Can someone stop someone who literally stopped themselves in their last fight?
    In round 9 or thereabouts, there is a decent chance that Itauma gives up again, handing the KO to Ruiz on a platter. Ruiz probably survives to round 9 due to being durable/tested.
     
    bangalangin, Sep 5, 2026 at 11:57 AM
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    At least Itauma looked formidable for 6-8 rounds. Ruiz fought like fat, hot garbage every round last night. Itauma would destroy what is left of fat Andy
     
    Smokin Bert, Sep 5, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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    Moses can barely complete 8 rounds. He’s not beating anyone that can go 12. Ruiz wins easily.
     
    Rico Spadafora, Sep 5, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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    No, Itauma destroys last night's Ruiz.
     
    The Professor, Sep 5, 2026 at 1:46 PM
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    There's people over on the Classic forum saying Itauma (who can't even do ten rounds and maybe never will.. maybe..) is greater than George Foreman, so Ruiz shouldn't be a problem for him.

    because Foreman destroys Ruiz FWIW
     
    slash, Sep 5, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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    Ituama beats Ruiz from last night. There was nothing special Knyba did. It was jabs and move. This is a 36 years old Ruiz. Way past his prime. He isn't as fast anymore and flat foot. He also doesn't have Hrgovic chin either.
     
    lobk, Sep 5, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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    Ruiz struggled against a guy he should have been able to at least get to. I'd pick Itauma to piece both Ruiz and Knyba up around 4-6
     
    Kiwi Casual, Sep 5, 2026 at 3:11 PM
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    Yes, if Ruiz chin can still hold up (I think it will) he’d KO Ituama

    edit: from last night all I have seen is a clip of the knockdown. Still stand by prediction
     
    ArseBandit, Sep 5, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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    Itauma's lack of stamina vs. Hrgovic was shocking. Should he be a six round fighter? And go back to the drawing board? That might bruise his ego, but..
     
    slash, Sep 5, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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    You think that fat slob would get past 6 rounds vs Itauma?
     
    tarrant45, Sep 5, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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