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HISTORY: On June 1, 2019 at Madison Square Garden in New York world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua defended his title against last minute replacement Andy Ruiz. Ruiz scored a major upset, stopping Joshua in the 7th round. WBA, WBO, IBF and the IBO world heavyweight titles were at stake. Ruiz was a late replacement for Jarrell Miller, who failed multiple drug tests. He signed the contract on April 30. Ruiz down in third round. Joshua down twice in third round and twice in seventh round. Ringside DAZN commentator Sugar Ray Leonard's comments echoed respect for Ruiz' victory, and the concept that in the ring, anything can happen at any time: “This is a surprise to boxing fans and the world. You (Andy) are the epitome of don’t judge a book by his cover. I am impressed. Ruiz fought like a big man, and fought like Joshua should have. Andy, you proved all of us wrong, and that’s why I love boxing.” Promoter Eddie Hearn and Joshua both noted that a mandatory rematch clause would be exercised in the United Kingdom in either November or December of 2019. "One hundred percent (we will fight a rematch in the UK next)," noted Joshua.
Offered here is an original, official program for this event.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, official program which pictures both fighters on the cover. 40 pages complete including covers. Tight binding. Clean inside and out. Not creased or torn. Not scored or written on. 8 1/2" x 11."
