Boxing Match Preview: Leonardo Ruiz (15-1-0, 3 KOs) vs. Jarrod Tennant (9-4-0, 2 KOs)

This matchup features a surging Mexican prospect in Leonardo Ruiz (15–1–0) taking on American veteran Jarrod Tennant (9–4–0). With both fighters competing in the 154-pound division, this bout could serve as a springboard for Ruiz into the top 20 rankings, while Tennant looks to play spoiler and reignite his career at age 40.

Leonardo Ruiz: The Taller, Sharper Technician

Age: 26

Height/Reach: 6′0″ / 73.5″ (183 cm)

Stance: Orthodox

Hometown: San Bernardino, California

Record: 15–1–0 (3 KOs)

Strengths:

Size Advantage: Ruiz holds a 3-inch height and reach edge over Tennant.

Technical Precision: Uses his jab and footwork to control range and pace.

Consistency: Has won 5 of his last 6 bouts, including a decision over a former regional titleholder.

Concerns:

Low KO Rate: Just 3 stoppages in 16 fights; relies on judges.

Pressure Handling: Can be vulnerable when forced into close-range exchanges.

Jarrod Tennant: The Veteran Underdog

Age: 40

Height/Reach: 5′9″ / 69″ (175 cm)

Stance: Orthodox

Hometown: Los Angeles, California

Record: 9–4–0 (2 KOs)

Strengths:

Experience: Turned pro in 2009 and has faced a wide range of styles.

Toughness: Rarely stopped and known for going the distance.

Crafty Inside Game: Can make fights ugly and steal rounds with clinch work and body shots.

Concerns:

Age & Activity: At 40, Tennant is nearing the twilight of his career.

Recent Form: Has lost 3 of his last 5 bouts, including a wide decision to a younger prospect.

Tale of the Tape

Attribute	Leonardo Ruiz	Jarrod Tennant
Record	15–1–0 (3 KOs)	9–4–0 (2 KOs)
Age	26	40
Height	6′0″ (183 cm)	5′9″ (175 cm)
Reach	73.5″ (187 cm)	69″ (175 cm)
Stance	Orthodox	Orthodox
Rounds Fought	70+	60+

Keys to Victory

Ruiz:

Use his jab and reach to keep Tennant at bay.

Stay disciplined—don’t get drawn into brawls.

Target the body early to sap Tennant’s legs.

Tennant:

Close the distance and make it a phone-booth fight.

Rough up Ruiz inside and test his composure.

Push the pace late—experience could pay off in the final rounds.

FIGHT ODDS

Leonardo Ruiz                   – 2500

Jarrod Tennant                  + 1000

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 19, 2025