Miami, FL, USA (November 2, 2023) - Cuban heavyweight boxer Luis Ortiz, known for his devastating punching power, has been out of the ring for over a year. His last bout was a closely contested twelve-round unanimous decision loss to former unified champion Andy Ruiz in September 2022. While Ortiz remains committed to maintaining his physical condition, the lack of opportunities has left his trainer, Germán Caicedo, growing increasingly frustrated.

Despite being 44 years old, Ortiz continues to stay in shape, waiting for a potential fight. Caicedo expresses his concerns about Ortiz's limited options as time passes. He shares that Ortiz trains daily, with an emphasis on physical conditioning. While boxing training has been somewhat reduced, Ortiz still visits the gym three times a week.

Caicedo highlights the frustrating situation Ortiz faces, with top-rated names avoiding him. He points out that fighters, like Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, have upcoming fights but haven't shown interest in facing Ortiz. This lack of interest from high-profile fighters leads to a sense that they want to "erase him from the map" and make him disappear from the heavyweight division. Caicedo asserts that Ortiz has faced avoidance from the moment he entered the boxing scene.

Caicedo further notes that the offers Ortiz receives are from less experienced fighters with less to lose. These emerging boxers typically offer low purses and, while Ortiz is willing to fight for money, he genuinely loves the sport of boxing. At his age, Ortiz's physical abilities have evolved, and he no longer performs certain maneuvers as consistently as he once did. Nevertheless, his punching power remains formidable, and he continues to impress with his athleticism.

The frustration expressed by Caicedo and Ortiz's predicament underscore the challenges that fighters like Ortiz face in a highly competitive and often selective world of professional boxing. Ortiz's story serves as a testament to his dedication to the sport and his determination to overcome adversity.

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