Andy Ruiz Jr. called DEONTAY WILDER out for a clash with former champions.
Although the Bronze Bomber hasn’t been in the ring since Tyson Fury’s brutal 11th-round knockout last October, he is determined to fight again.
Deontay Wilder has not fought since Tyson Fury's epic trilogy fight
Andy Ruiz Jr, former heavyweight champion, wants to welcome him back in the ring
Ruiz is currently preparing for a showdown against veteran Luis Ortiz
Ruiz Jr, a former champion in unified heavyweight, is eager to have a friendly with Ortiz.
Boxing Scene was told by Wilder: "[Wilder] was kinda saying that he didn’t want to, but makes more outside the ring than within the ring.
"That was a sign that he doesn’t really want to. He's not wrong.
He was a tireless worker and a dedicated person over the years. He was a champion and accomplished so much.
"I don't blame him. He wants to live a happy life, not get hurt. He did it before. It's not hard to work, but we all do it.
He did all the hard work. But I did it too. We own houses and we make money each month.
Ruiz Jr., 32, refuses to overlook the older statement of the division Ortiz, but is already planning a California clash against Wilder.
Fight Hub TV interviewed him and said: "The heavyweight division has so many options right now.
"I just need to win this first fight against Luis Ortiz. It's a tough opponent, but I would love the opportunity to fight Wilder, if he retires.
"I don’t know if he mentioned he would come out of retirement but I would love the fight with him.
"We are both under PBC/Al Haymon and that fight would not be difficult to win. Perhaps right here at Staples.
Wilder, 36, stated earlier this year that he will be returning to the ring. I must, I must.
"I am looking to resume my career. There are many other things that I need to do.
"I'm taking my children away if they come back, because now my life is full of joy like I want.
"I have sacrificed so much in order to be in this place in my life. To be able live my life the way I want it to for the rest of their lives."
He said, "I've been highly sought after. Many people have said to me, "Come back, please." I would say that I am back because of popular demand.
"And the boxing business needs me. There's nothing quite like a thriving American champion.
"When there isn't, you can see that it's dead. It's drought in the sport. The difference is now well-known."
