Andy Ruiz set to take on Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller following a two-year hiatus

The former unified heavyweight world champion, Andy Ruiz, has been absent from the ring since his victorious encounter with Luis Ortiz in September 2022. However, he's gearing up for a long-awaited return, slated for August 3 against Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller. This highly anticipated event is orchestrated by Saudi Arabia's new boxing authorities, with the spotlight shining on Los Angeles. The headline act features Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov.

Ruiz, renowned for his stunning upset victory over Anthony Joshua in 2019, hasn't stepped into the ring since his triumph over Ortiz at the Crypto.com Arena. Hailing from Imperial, Calif., Ruiz's inclusion on the card adds a significant allure as he seeks to rejuvenate his career at 34 and contend once more with the heavyweight titans like Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.

On the other side of the ring stands Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller, boasting a record of 26-1-1 with 22 knockouts. Miller's journey has been tumultuous, marked by setbacks such as his overweight appearance in a December 2023 loss to Daniel Dubois. Notably, Miller's clash with Anthony Joshua was derailed in 2019 due to a failed drug test, and a similar incident halted his 2020 bout with Jerry Forrest. However, having overcome these obstacles, Miller is now cleared to resume his career and eagerly anticipated to face Ruiz in what promises to be a thrilling showdown.