5 factors which could decide outcome of Joshua v Ruiz rematch

5 factors which could decide outcome of Joshua v Ruiz rematch

Opinion is split over Anthony Joshua’s chances of wresting back the world heavyweight title from Andy Ruiz Jr in their rematch in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night.

Here the reigning Youth Olympic champion Hopey Price – who will have his second professional fight on the undercard – analyses the five crucial factors to the outcome of the fight.

Mental

Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will be better prepared for the rematch (Nick Potts/PA)

Weight

Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua could come in up to half a stone lighter (Nick Potts/PA)

Stamina

Andy Ruiz Jr.
Andy Ruiz Jr is yet to have his stamina fully tested (Nick Potts/PA)

Movement

Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua must avoid his opponent’s bombs (Nick Potts/PA)

Power

Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua has what it takes to emerge victorious (Nick Potts/PA)

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