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Photo: Deontay Wilder / Instagram   Deontay Wilder , the former heavyweight world champion, might step back into the ring in 2025, and the opponent could be a retired legend, Wladimir Klitschko. Wilder's trainer, Malik Scott , recently hinted at a major comeback for the fighter, calling 2025 "a big year" for the heavyweight. Wilder, now 39, hasn’t fought since suffering two tough losses in Saudi Arabia. He lost on points to Joseph Parker and was stopped in five rounds by Zhilei Zhang . These performances led to questions about whether Wilder should retire, but the hard-hitting boxer has confirmed he will continue fighting. Scott believes Wilder’s fighting spirit remains strong. "Deontay is a fighter at heart," Scott told Jeff Bet. "I believe 2025 will be the perfect year for him to come back, but everything has to be right for him." Photo: Deontay Wilder / Instagram   Rumors are swirling about Wladimir Klitschko’s possible return to boxing. Klitschko, ...

Photo: Francis Ngannou, Deontay Wilder / Instagram   Francis Ngannou , former UFC heavyweight champion, has responded to a recent callout from heavyweight boxer Deontay Wilder . After making his debut in the Professional Fighters League (PFL) last month, Ngannou hinted at returning to the boxing ring. Ngannou’s PFL debut came in October, where he knocked out Renan Ferreira in the first round of their "Battle of the Giants" fight. The win proved that Ngannou remains one of the best heavyweight fighters in the world. Despite his success in MMA, Ngannou has also gained attention in boxing. During his break from MMA, he fought high-profile matches against Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua , earning massive paydays despite losing both bouts. Photo: Francis Ngannou / Instagram   Wilder, known as "The Bronze Bomber," recently said he is still interested in fighting Ngannou. Speaking to TMZ Sports, Wilder called it "a combination station" and said he’s eager to m...

Photo: Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder / Instagram   Tyson Fury recently urged fellow boxer Deontay Wilder to consider retirement, expressing concern for Wilder's health after their intense trilogy of fights. Fury and Wilder faced each other three times, with nine knockdowns between them.  Their final bout, in October 2021, ended in an 11th-round knockout by Fury. Reflecting on their fights, Fury shared that their battles took a heavy toll on both fighters.  He said on the Pound for Pound Podcast, "Between me and Wilder, there were ten knockdowns. It takes a lot out of a fighter." Fury added that he feels Wilder hasn’t looked the same in recent fights, like his bouts against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang . Photo: Tyson Fury / Instagram   However, Wilder doesn’t seem ready to retire just yet. His trainer, Malik Scott, shared with Boxing Scene that Wilder "definitely wants to fight again." Scott hinted at potential matchups in 2025, saying Wilder is currently restin...

Photo: Deontay Wilder (Instagram) Deontay Wilder , once a feared heavyweight, is facing doubts about his future in boxing. Known for his powerful right hand, Wilder made a name for himself by knocking out many opponents. However, his career took a hit after facing Tyson Fury , who managed to survive Wilder's punches and ultimately defeated him in their last two fights. Wilder's quick knockout of Robert Helenius kept fans interested, but recent losses to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang have left many wondering if the 38-year-old should retire. Despite the setbacks, some fighters are still eager to face Wilder. Martin Bakole, the number one ranked heavyweight with the WBA, recently shared his confidence in a potential matchup. In a recent interview, Bakole said he would easily defeat Wilder, calling him "small" and claiming he would knock him out. Photo: Deontay Wilder (Instagram) Bakole has been on a winning streak, with his latest victory coming against Jared Anderson...

Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder Deontay Wilder , the former world champion boxer, faced a tough defeat against Zhilei Zhang , losing in the fifth round. This loss, following another defeat to Joseph Parker, has led many to wonder if Wilder will retire. The back-to-back losses mean Wilder won't be fighting his long-time rival, Anthony Joshua , anytime soon and is now far from a title shot. Fans are questioning if Wilder still has the drive to continue boxing. Wilder was a dominant WBC Champion until he met Tyson Fury . Their trilogy ended with two big losses for Wilder, which some believe changed him. Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder Coach Malik Scott spoke to ES News about Wilder's current state. "He’s healing right now, recovering from some injuries. Getting his mind together, his mind right. He’s resting and enjoying life," said Scott. Opinions are divided on what Wilder should do next. Lennox Lewis , a former heavyweight champion, thinks he should retire, while Anth...

Photo: Instagram/Zhilei Zhang Zhilei Zhang is back in the heavyweight spotlight after a big win over Deontay Wilder . The fight was crucial for both men, but Zhang, the powerful puncher from China, kept his title hopes alive with an impressive stoppage. Another fighter eager to rise in the heavyweight division is 31-year-old Martin Bakole from Congo. Bakole, ranked number 1 with the WBA, recently dominated Carlos Takam and is now setting his sights on Zhang. In an interview with iFL TV, Bakole expressed his confidence about facing 'Big Bang' Zhang. He’s willing to fight Zhang in his home country and believes he would "smash" the 41-year-old veteran. Photo: Instagram/Zhilei Zhang “Zhang did well. It’s tough to beat a southpaw, but it’s easier for me because I learned boxing from my southpaw brother. Zhang’s strong, but he needs to know how to use his left hand better. He beat Deontay because Deontay was too small and kept running. I’m ready to fight Zhang in China. It...

Photo: Instagram/Zhilei Zhang Zhilei Zhang outweighed Deontay Wilder by nearly 70lbs ahead of their fight at the Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia tomorrow night (June 1). With a combined 63 knockouts, their match is the highlight of the 5 x 5 bill, featuring fighters from Queensberry Promotions and Matchroom. After the weigh-in, Zhang commented on Wilder: “I think it’s a different Deontay Wilder [from the past], he was really hungry, destructive, right now he’s an old soldier.” In other bouts, Craig Richards and Willy Hutchinson faced off without any incidents, saving their tension for fight night. Malik Zinad, taller than WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitrii Bivol, acknowledged his opponent’s confidence. Bivol stated he isn't looking ahead to a possible unification fight with Artur Beterbiev, focusing solely on Zinad. “I’ve been boxing for more than 25 years, I’m focused on my opponent,” Bivol said. Zinad responded enthusiastically: “Tomorrow’s going to be war. I’m so happy for th...

Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder Deontay Wilder is gearing up for a crucial fight against Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia on June 1. This match is a part of the Matchroom vs. Queensberry Promotions event, and for Wilder, it's a pivotal moment in his career. Wilder, a former WBC heavyweight champion with a record of 43-3-1 (42 KOs), is coming off a significant loss to Joseph Parker last December. He is now 38 years old and acknowledges that this fight with Zhang could determine the future of his boxing career. Joining Eddie Hearn's team as a 'Wildcard' selection, Wilder expressed his surprise at their collaboration, saying, “No one thought me and Eddie would work together, so this is the ultimate surprise right here.” Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder Reflecting on the impact of Saudi Arabia on boxing, Wilder mentioned the changes in the sport and hinted at pursuing an acting career post-boxing. “They’ve changed the way boxing is done, and I’m looking for that acting career a...

Photo: Instagram/Tyson Fury WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has made it clear that the organization won't be ordering Tyson Fury 's next mandatory challenger just yet. This decision comes after a previous attempt to order an eliminator fight between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Deontay Wilder failed to materialize. Sulaiman expressed his reluctance to order another WBC title eliminator, citing concerns about impeding the possibility of an undisputed championship showdown between Fury and the IBF, WBA, and WBO champion, Oleksandr Usyk. Fury himself has already ruled out a bout with Usyk, citing it as not being financially lucrative and fearing criticism in case of a loss. He intends to venture into a cage match after his October 28th crossover bout against MMA fighter Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Instagram/Tyson Fury This leaves the WBC in a dilemma, as they must decide whether to allow Fury to hold the title hostage for marketing purposes while he faces non-boxers or...

Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder Deontay Wilder has responded to Andy Ruiz Jr 's recent social media post, expressing his continued willingness to fight the former unified heavyweight champion. However, Wilder believes that the demands put forth by Ruiz and his father are unreasonable. While Ruiz Jr's post seemed to suggest that it was Wilder who was pushing for the fight, it was actually the other way around. Andy Sr, Ruiz's father, rejected Wilder's offer of 30% and insisted on a 50% share , which halted the negotiations. Two weeks later, Ruiz took to social media again, claiming that Wilder shouldn't be upset with him and expressing a desire to "humble" him. Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder However, Ruiz did not address whether he was willing to accept the offer that was previously on the table. If Ruiz genuinely wants the fight, he will need to agree to the terms or explore other opportunities that can provide a similar payday. Wilder is not willing to ...

Photo: Instagram/Andy Ruiz Jr. In an effort to secure his next fight, Andy Ruiz Jr recently took to social media to call out former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder . The Mexican-American boxer, known for his impressive record of 35 wins and 2 losses, expressed his desire to "humble" Wilder. However, it appears that Ruiz's hopes may have been dashed as Wilder has already moved on after Andy Sr, Ruiz's father, rejected his offer. Attempting to berate Wilder for his amusement at his father's request for a 50-50 split, Ruiz's efforts seem futile. It's clear that begging Wilder won't get Ruiz anywhere. Photo: Instagram/Andy Ruiz Jr. After all, it was Wilder who initially made the offer to Ruiz, who has been criticized for his lack of ambition since his highly publicized matches against Anthony Joshua in 2019. Ruiz's delayed response to Wilder's offer stems from the fact that the Bronze Bomber warned him two weeks ago that he needed to acce...

Photo: Instagram/Andy Ruiz Jr. Andy Ruiz Jr 's demand for a 50-50 deal with former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has priced him out of their potential summer fight. This marks the second major bout that has slipped away from the former IBF, WBA, and WBO heavyweight champion, as he previously failed to reach an agreement with WBC champion Tyson Fury , demanding a reported $20 million, which was ultimately refused. It seems that Ruiz is unwilling to accept the reality that he is no longer a heavyweight champion and that his career has suffered due to his inactivity. Since 2019, he has only fought twice in the span of four years. Photo: Instagram/Andy Ruiz Jr. Consequently, he cannot assert himself on the same level as popular fighters like Wilder and Fury, as he is merely reminiscent of a one-hit wonder, akin to Buster Douglas.  For those unfamiliar with Buster Douglas , he famously upset Mike Tyson , the then IBF/WBA/WBC heavyweight champion, in February 1990, but subseq...

Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder Deontay Wilder is steadily approaching another shot at heavyweight glory, as a potential path is beginning to unfold for him. After reigning as the WBC champion for a remarkable five years, Wilder suffered a defeat at the hands of Tyson Fury . This loss, marking their third encounter after a draw in their initial bout, led many to believe that Wilder might contemplate retirement. However, he ultimately chose to continue his boxing career, and in October, he demonstrated his power by knocking out Robert Helenius with just three punches in the first round. Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder, famously known as "The Bronze Bomber," successfully held the prestigious WBC belt for an impressive period of five years until his remarkable journey was abruptly halted by the formidable Tyson Fury. In a surprising turn of events, Wilder was elevated to the number one position in the WBA rankings in April, surpassing Martin Bakole and trailing closely behind...

Photo: Instagram/Francis Ngannou Francis Ngannou , the former UFC heavyweight champion, has recently made headlines by signing a contract with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) . After parting ways with the UFC in January due to a failure to reach an agreement on a new contract, Ngannou, hailing from Cameroon, has been a free agent. This acquisition by the PFL is a significant achievement, as Ngannou is widely recognized as one of the top heavyweights in the world. In the PFL, Ngannou will participate in the newly established pay-per-view Super Fight division. Unlike the league's regular seasonal format, this division will feature one-off events, with fighters earning 50% of the revenue generated from their fights. Photo: Instagram/Francis Ngannou achieved an impressive record by winning 12 out of his 14 fights, during his time in the UFC. Notable athletes who have also signed up for this division include two-time lightweight champion Kayla Harrison and YouTube personality ...

Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder In a recent interview with ES News, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder made a bold claim that he possesses more knockout power than boxing legend Mike Tyson . Although Tyson is well-known for his explosive knockouts, Wilder has a perfect record of knocking out every opponent, except Tyson Fury . Many boxing fans agree that Wilder is currently the most dangerous boxer in terms of knockout power. Photo: Instagram/Deontay Wilder dropped Tyson Fury in Round 4 during their trilogy Match last October 9, 2021. Wilder acknowledges the contributions of the old-school fighters and recognizes that they paved the way for the current generation of boxers. However, he argues that boxing should continue to evolve and that the new generation should surpass the previous one. Wilder believes that if boxers do not keep evolving, they will become part of the problem that the sport is trying to eliminate. While Wilder's argument is valid, it is still up for ...

Photo: Instagram/Francis Ngannou  Francis Ngannou , the former UFC heavyweight champion, has revealed that talks are underway for him to box Deontay Wilder in Africa. In a recent interview with ESPN, Ngannou stated that he and Wilder have come to a verbal agreement that they want to fight each other. The pair are eyeing two fights, one of which could take place in Africa, possibly in August next year, which marks the 50th anniversary of ‘The Rumble in the Jungle.’ Photo: Instagram/Francis Ngannou  Ngannou walked out of the UFC in January, vacating his heavyweight title in the process. While the promotion set Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the vacant title, Ngannou has no interest in returning to the UFC for that fight.  Instead, he's already working on his return to the ring, this time as a boxer. The Bronze Bomber’ Wilder called out Ngannou last month, suggesting they do a two-fight series, one in MMA and one in boxing. However, Ngannou has indicated that he prefers to ...

Photo: Instagram/Tyson Fury  Tyson Fury has shared his thoughts on the possibility of a fight between Deontay Wilder and Francis Ngannou . Despite his dislike for Wilder, Fury believes that the former WBC heavyweight champion would emerge victorious in a fight against the former MMA fighter. Fury expressed his desire to see Ngannou knock Wilder out, but he does not believe it is a likely outcome. Photo: Instagram/Tyson Fury  Fury warned that throwing Ngannou, a 34-year-old novice, into the ring with Wilder would be a bad idea, as he would likely be flattened in a round or two due to his primitive fighting style that leaves him open to right hands. While Ngannou is big enough to knock out anyone, Fury believes that Wilder would be the one to knock him out first. Fury's dislike for Wilder stems from the latter's accusations of cheating during their fights. Although Fury would like the opportunity to fight Ngannou, he is unlikely to negotiate a big fight, as he has a track re...

Photo: Instagram/Francis Ngannou  Francis Ngannou responded to Deontay Wilder’s recent interview, stating his hope that Wilder keeps his promise to fight him next. Wilder's decision to face Ngannou involves far less risk than fighting talented contenders like Joe Joyce, Andy Ruiz Jr, or Anthony Joshua and potentially suffering another knockout loss. Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, expressed interest in a boxing match with Wilder to “keep his limbs.” Photo: Instagram/Francis Ngannou  Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are also interested in fighting Wilder, making it difficult to predict which fighter Ngannou will ultimately choose based on the highest payout. The platform on which the Wilder vs. Ngannou clash will be aired is yet to be announced, but it will be on pay-per-view, and the price will be high. Fans may be upset if Wilder easily defeats Ngannou in a round or two, as they will have paid a high price for what they expected to be a competitive fight. Critics bel...

Photo: Instagram/Deonty Wilder Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has expressed his interest in fighting former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a two-fight deal. One fight would take place in the boxing ring and the other in an MMA contest. Wilder says he would get a trainer from the mixed martial arts field to teach him what he needs to know for the battle against the 6'4" Ngannou. However, it is unknown if Ngannou is interested in facing Wilder as he has not mentioned wanting to take on Wilder in the boxing world. Photo: Instagram/Deonty Wilder  Ngannou has specifically called out British heavyweights Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, which he likely views as his best opportunity for financial gain and success in boxing. Ngannou seemed less enthusiastic about fighting Wilder when asked about it compared to facing Joshua and Fury. Joshua and Fury are both interested in facing Ngannou, so Wilder may have to wait his turn. Read Next: Thomas Bryant Joins Den...