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?
     
  2. Usyk is the best

    Usyk is the best Active Member Full Member

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    Itauma vs today`s Ruiz is a complete mismatch
     
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  3. Bigplatts

    Bigplatts Active Member Full Member

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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.
     
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  4. MixedMartialLaw

    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.
     
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  5. Down Go Fraser

    Down Go Fraser New Member Full Member

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    Amended for accuracy.
     
  6. bangalangin

    bangalangin New Member Full Member

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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.
     
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  7. Smokin Bert

    Smokin Bert Boxing Addict Full Member

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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
     
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  8. Rico Spadafora

    Rico Spadafora Master of Chins Full Member

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    Moses can barely complete 8 rounds. He’s not beating anyone that can go 12. Ruiz wins easily.
     
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  10. slash

    slash Boxing Junkie Full Member

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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
     
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  11. lobk

    lobk Original ESB Member

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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.
     
  12. Kiwi Casual

    Kiwi Casual Boxing Addict Full Member

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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
     
  13. ArseBandit

    ArseBandit Boxing Junkie Full Member

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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
     
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  14. slash

    slash Boxing Junkie Full Member

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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..
     
  15. tarrant45

    tarrant45 Well-Known Member Full Member

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    You think that fat slob would get past 6 rounds vs Itauma?