I've been hounded out, blasts Ruiz

Dethroned WBA heavyweight champion John Ruiz announced his retirement following last night’s defeat by former middleweight James Toney in New York.

Dethroned WBA heavyweight champion John Ruiz announced his retirement following last night’s defeat by former middleweight James Toney in New York.

The much-criticised American revealed his “hate” for the sport after being hounded by fans and media for his pedestrian, uninspiring style.

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