Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Jarrell Miller: Live round-by-round updates

Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Jarrell Miller is one of the featured undercard bouts for the super welterweight title clash between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov. The heavyweights will lock horns later this evening at the BMO Arena in Las Vegas.

Ruiz Jr. (35-2) has faced better competition than Miller during his professional career. As such the 'Destroyer' would be in no short of confidence heading into the fight. His focus would be on showcasing a master class against his fellow heavyweight and catapulting himself to another title shot.

'Destroyer' first gained popularity after he stopped Anthony Joshua in the seventh round of their 2019 title clash. While he lost the unified heavyweight titles back to 'AJ' in the rematch, the 34-year-old has since raked up two straight wins against Chris Arreola and Luis Ortiz, respectively.

On the other hand, Miller (26-1-1) is one of the most controversial heavyweights of the current era. Despite his admirable skills in the sweet science, multiple failed drug tests have ruined his credibility.

In 2019, his fight against Joshua was scrapped after he tested positive for three banned substances. Miller did not learn his lesson, and once again failed a drug test in 2021.

To make matters worse, he lost his undefeated status to Daniel Dubois in a TKO defeat in December.

With a dwindling ability to lock in high-profile fights due to his checkered history with drug tests, a win against Ruiz Jr. is a non-negotiable for 'Big Baby' if he is to revive his failing career.

According to Odds Trader, Ruiz Jr. is a -300 favorite over Miller (+275 underdog) for the matchup.

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Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Jarrell Miller

Round 1

Ruiz Jr. is on the front foot and he sticking jabs to his opponent's midsection. Miller seems to be looking for an opportunity to uncork his right hand.

Not much action in the opening round as both fighters are getting a feel of each other. Big exchange by both men in the middle of the ring. A lighting quick right hand off the break from Ruiz Jr. momentarily stuns Miller.

Our score: 10-9 Ruiz.

Round 2

Ruiz Jr. clearly has the speed advantage in this fight. His speed is on full display as he connects with multiple jabs to his opponent's midsection.

Miller's work rate has been abysmal in these opening rounds. Miller cuts off Ruiz Jr. in the corner, lands an uppercut, and follows it up with a right hand upstairs.

Ruiz Jr. connects with multiple shots upstairs. 'Destroyer's' work rate seems to have fetched him another round.

Our score: 10-9 Ruiz.

Round 3

Ruiz Jr. misses with a big left hand to start out the round. The 'Destroyer' is committing more to his power punches now. Miller needs to up his work rate or will risk going too behind on scorecards. A right-hand upstairs lands for Miller.

Ruiz Jr. is out landing his opponent by a mile at this point. 'Destroyer' lands a big body shot and Miller lands a few powerful body shots. of his own.

Our score: 10-9 Ruiz Jr.

Round 4

Miller is trying to push the pace, stinging him with powerful jabs, forcing Ruiz Jr. to go on the back foot. An uppercut on the inside lands or 'The Big Baby'. Ruiz Jr. counters his opponent with a crisp left hand.

Miller is trying to walk his opponent down but is getting stung by his opponent's quick hands each time he tries to close distance. A flurry of body shots lands for Miller. 'Big Baby's' aggression might have won him the round.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 5

Miller pushes the pace and lands crushing body shots. He lands a left hand up top on the inside. Ruiz Jr. is now being forced to fight on the back foot as Miller applies constant pressure.

'Destroyer' however, is successful in catching his opponent coming in. Body shots followed by a left hand up top seemingly stun Ruiz Jr. Miller seems to be gaining momentum.

Another flurry on the midsection and upstairs by Miller leaves Ruiz Jr. on shaky legs. He is saved by the bell. A great round for Miller.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 6

Miller seems to be the fresher fighter coming into Round 6. He once again goes on the offensive, trying to walk down his opponent. He lands a left-hand up top.

Ruiz Jr. seems to be a bit winded and is taking the round off. Miller is constantly stinging his opponent's midsection. The 'Destroyer' is also getting hit on the head a lot more than in previous rounds. Miller ends the round by connecting a big uppercut.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 7

Miller is staking Ruiz Jr. He connects with a flurry with his foe backed up to a corner. A swelling appears around the left eye of Ruiz Jr. 'Destroyer' is wearing more damage than his opponent.

A one-two lands for Ruiz Jr. upstairs. Shortly after a right hand snaps Ruiz Jr.'s head back. 'Big Baby' seems to be in control of the round. He is forcing Ruiz Jr. to fight backing up which seems to be making the 'Destroyer' more and more tired as the fight progresses.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 8

Ruiz Jr. is still on the back foot. He seems fatigued. Miller is pecking at his opponent with stiff jabs. Very little activity this round as both fighters refrain from employing too many power punchers.

A close round, but Miller might have the edge.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 9

Ruiz Jr. comes out more aggressive. Miller is still on the front foot, but Ruiz Jr.'s counters are connecting more often. A flurry of body shots in the clinch lands for 'Destroyer'.

A flurry by Ruiz Jr. fails to connect cleanly. Body shots followed by right-hand to the head lands for Miller. A left cross momentarily stuns Ruiz Jr. More bodywork by 'Big Baby' to close out the round.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 10

Miller is still the aggressor with Ruiz Jr. on the back foot. A multi-punch combo lands for 'Big Baby'.

Double jabs land for Miller. Ruiz is trying to connect with counters as he is forced to fight on the back foot. Multiple punches to the head land for 'Big Baby'. Another multi-punch combo lands for Miller.

'Big Baby' shrugs off a flurry of shots by his opponent like it was nothing.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 11

More of the same with Miller on the front foot and Ruiz Jr. forced to fight going backward. 'Destroyer' might need to land some big shots and earn his opponent's respect to halt Miller's reckless onslaught.

Multiple shots to the body and the head land for 'Big Baby'. A good right-hand land for Ruiz, but Miller seems unfazed. Ruiz Jr. connects with a multi-punch combo, but Miller keeps coming forward.

'Big Baby' connects with a fullry to close out the round. Another good round for Miller.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Round 12

After confusion with the referee's instructions, Miller lands a few powerful shots on Ruiz Jr. and his opponent returns fire. Both fighters seem to be eyeing to close out the round strong.

Powerful body shots land for Miller. Ruiz Jr. might need a knockout to win at this point. 'Destroyer' has not connected with anything significant in the second half of the round. Miller lands a slew of punches on his opponent's body and closes the round, connecting with a big left hand.

Our score: 10-9 Miller.

Stay tuned for the official decision.

Official Decision: Jarell Miller vs. Andy Ruiz Jr. ends in a majority draw. (116-112, 114-114, 114-114)

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