Former Champions Eye Tyson Fury Title Shot

Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr. Set for WBC Heavyweight Eliminator

Former Champions Eye Tyson Fury Title Shot

Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr. have been ordered by the World Boxing Council (WBC) to face off in a final eliminator that will determine Tyson Fury's next mandatory challenger.

Both former heavyweight champions are looking to reclaim their titles. Wilder has not fought since his knockout loss to Fury in October 2021, while Ruiz last lost to Anthony Joshua in August 2021.

No date or venue for the bout has been announced, but World Boxing News reports that an announcement is expected soon.