ANDY RUIZ JR insists he isn't in boxing to look the part and vows to win the world titles in the ugly way.
Ruiz rose to stardom when he shocked Anthony Joshua in New York in June 2019.
Andy Ruiz Jr lost to Anthony Joshua in 2019,
Six months later, the Mexican-American underdog lost in Saudi Arabia after ballooning to 20 STONE.
Ruiz, 32 years old, was able to drop back to 18st 2lb in his fight against Chris Arreola (41), but it was not convincing.
Luis Ortiz (43), will be facing the heavyweight, who loves Snickers and hinted that he would add more weight to his case.
Ruiz stated: "This contest isn't weightlifting, so I've been going back to what made me a champion."
"I am not here to lose weight, or look good. I just want to be my best."
Ruiz, 32, underwent body transformations with Eddy Reynoso (coach to Canelo Alvarez), 32.
He has since left Reynoso to connect with Alfredo Osuna, and he insists that he is willing to travel the entire 12-mile distance if necessary.
Ruiz said: "I had hoped to work with Alfredo Osuna many years ago, but it wasn't the right moment then."
"He is used to training lefty fighters. This is what I needed to fight.
"My team will bring out the best in me. Although this may not be enough, I'm willing to play all 12 rounds.
"We will win this victory regardless of what happens on September 4,."
Andy Ruiz Jr fights Luis Ortiz on September 4
