Best fights of John Ryder
Over 13 years as a professional, John Ryder has compiled a 32-7 (18) record, including 13 title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. John Ryder loses to Canelo Álvarez via unanimous decision
On May 6, 2023 John Ryder fought Canelo Álvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title. Ryder was 34 years old with a record of 32-5, and Álvarez was 32 with a record of 58-2-2. Ryder was on a 4-fight winning streak and Álvarez was coming off a win. Ryder lost via unanimous decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Álvarez.
2. John Ryder loses to Jaime Munguia via KO
On January 27, 2024 John Ryder fought Jaime Munguia for the WBC Silver super middleweight title. Ryder was 35 years old with a record of 32-6, and Munguia was 27 with a record of 42-0. Ryder was coming off a loss, while Munguia was on an undefeated 42-fight winning streak. Munguia stopped Ryder via TKO in the 12th round. Failed to capture the title. Lasted into the 12th round.
3. John Ryder KOs Zach Parker
On November 26, 2022 John Ryder fought Zach Parker for the vacant WBO interim super middleweight title. Ryder was 34 years old with a record of 31-5, and Parker was 28 with a record of 22-0. Ryder was on a 3-fight winning streak and Parker was on an undefeated 22-fight winning streak. Ryder stopped Zach Parker via TKO in the 5th round. Won the vacant title.