“The Nightmare” has faced many great boxers. He challenged for the WBC heavyweight championship three times, but he was up against Klitschko, Stiverne, and Wilder. When Arreola was asked about Wilder’s punching power, he surprised by stating that Andy Ruiz Jr. (35-2-1, 22 KO), whom he lost to on points, hit harder.
“Ruiz hits much harder than Wilder. I admit, I knocked him down and lost on points, while I lost to Wilder by knockout, but Andy hit much harder. He is physically strong overall, but his punching power is primarily due to hand speed and good combinations. Wilder has a powerful right hand, while Ruiz throws every punch hard. He is strong, maintains a low position, and hits very quickly,” Arreola stated.