ANDY RUIZ JR will be back in action on August 13th in Los Angeles against Luis Ortiz.
Since May 2012, when Chris Arreola defeated him in May, the Mexican-American has not been active.
Anthony Joshua's ex-conqueror was able to survive being knocked to the ground by Arreola, before winning on points.
The ex-heavyweight champion, who was slimmer than he used to be, had hoped for a good run in the division but was thwarted when he sustained an injury.
Ruiz Jr., 32, had to have knee surgery after his victory over Arreola.
In a bout that could have major title implications, he will face southpaw Ortiz at Crypto.com Arena.
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Since losing to Deontay wilder in November 2019, the Cuban has won over Charles Martin and Alexander Flores.
Both men want to be able to take another shot at the belts.
Andy Ruiz Sr. has been optimistic about his son's chances at reclaiming the title.
ESPN quoted him as saying: "My son is going shut up the one that dared to call me a coward."
Get a PS10 Bonus with 100s of Games to Play and No Deposit Required"Andy is motivated and ready to show the world he belongs to the elite heavyweights. He is not afraid to face anyone."
After Triller announced the event, Ruiz Jr was initially expected to face Tyrone Spong July 16.
It was discovered that Ortiz had signed up for the Spong fight, so the Spong bout won't go ahead.
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