Andy Ruiz Jr. vs Damian Knyba
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Scheduled Fight
Andy Ruiz Jr. vs Damian Knyba — Friday, 4 September 2026
Andy Ruiz vs. Damian Knyba · TNT / DAZN · Prudential Center, Newark, United States · 12 rounds · heavyweight
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Andy Ruiz Jr.
"Destroyer"
38-2-1VS
D
Damian Knyba
"Polish Hussar"
18-1-038-2-1
Record18-1-0
93%
Win Rate95%
0%
KO %0%
188cm
Height201cm
—
Reach218cm
36
Age—
—
Stanceorthodox
41
Total Bouts19
Physical Comparison
Damian Knyba has the height edge at 201cm vs 188cm for Andy Ruiz Jr. — a 13cm difference that gives Knyba the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Andy Ruiz Jr. brings a record of 38-2-1 across 41 professional bouts (93% win rate).Damian Knyba enters with 18-1-0 from 19 fights (95% win rate).
Andy Ruiz Jr. has the experience edge with 41 bouts compared to 19 — that's 22 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Key Factors
Jr.'s Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (41 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Knyba's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (95% vs 93%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Andy Ruiz Jr. vs Damian Knyba — FAQ
- What are Andy Ruiz Jr.'s and Damian Knyba's records?
- Andy Ruiz Jr. is 38-2-1 (0 KOs). Damian Knyba is 18-1-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Andy Ruiz Jr. or Damian Knyba?
- Damian Knyba is taller at 201cm vs 188cm — a 13cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.