Published 20:29 IST, December 3rd 2019
Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz 2: The staggering amount of money the two fighters are making
Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz Jr look to define their boxing careers as they square off this weekend in Ad Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. Find out the fighter's purses.
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Anthony Joshua will step into boxing ring against Andy Ruiz Jr and look to avenge first and only loss in his career. He would also look to reclaim WBA, IBF and WBO belts. heavyweight showdown takes place on December 7 in Saudi, Riyh and it would have a huge bearing on each one's legacy. fight will t only define careers for Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz Jr, it'll also help m make a fortune.
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Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz Jr 2 - Fighter's estimated purses
According to Daily Star Sports, Anthony Joshua is set to bank over $60 million from his rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr which is fourth highest purse in boxing history. While it is still an unconfirmed figure, it is safe to believe that real amount is approximately same. Anthony Joshua still remains a hot commodity in game of boxing and has been backed by Matchroom Sports, a huge sport event promotions company. It has been paid millions for bringing rematch fight in Saudi Arabia. Ar reason for Joshua’s massive payday was because a second fight between fighters h alrey been secured when original bout was negotiated. Also, it has been learned that an automatic rematch clause was set in place which guaranteed a fixed purse to Ruiz, reby locking him into a set payout, irrespective of negotiations and or funds discussed for rematch.
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Andy Ruiz Jr bags only $9 million for biggest rematch
earlier negotiation is one of reasons why re is a huge difference between ir payday figures. Andy Ruiz Jr has only been able to secure around $9 million, as reported by Forbes. This is only an ditional $2 million compared to what he earned in his original fight with Anthony Joshua. However, if Andy Ruiz Jr mans to secure ar victory over Anthony Joshua, this could help set up ar major fight with winner of upcoming battle between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder. A second win over Anthony Joshua will certainly help Andy Ruiz Jr cash in on a much higher level.
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