Heavyweight Clash Jared Anderson Set to Battle Ryad Merhy in Texas Showdown"
In an exciting turn of events, undefeated heavyweight sensation Jared Anderson is gearing up for a showdown against former cruiserweight champion Ryad Merhy in Corpus Christi, Texas, on April 13. The venue for this anticipated bout is yet to be confirmed.
Anderson (16-0, 15 KOs), a 24-year-old powerhouse from Toledo, Ohio, has been on a relentless path to dominance, securing three victories in 2023. His most recent triumph came in August in Tulsa, where he stopped Andrii Rudenko in the fifth round. In July, Anderson claimed a unanimous decision against Charles Martin, following a third-round RTD win over George Arias in April.
His opponent, Ryad Merhy (32-2, 26 KOs), the former WBA cruiserweight champion hailing from Brussels, is coming off a split decision win against Tony Yoka in December. However, Merhy faced a setback in May when he dropped a split decision against Kevin Lerena.
The Anderson vs. Merhy clash promises to be a heavyweight spectacle, and fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement from Top Rank, as first reported by Mike Coppinger of ESPN.
Stay tuned as these two formidable fighters prepare to face off in Texas, delivering a thrilling night of heavyweight action on April 13.
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