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
