Deontay Wilder News

Natasha Hooper - February 23, 2020

The current WBA, IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has paid his respects to fellow heavyweight titans, Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury following their anticipated rematch. On Saturday February 22nd, “The Gyspy King” and “The Bronze Bomber” faced off in their blockbuster rematch at the MGM Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Unlike their first contest, which resulted in a draw, Tyson Fury sealed the TKO win in the seventh round this time around.

Natasha Hooper - February 23, 2020

Deontay Wilder’s corner threw in the towel during the seventh round of his rematch with Tyson Fury on Saturday night, but it was not his head coach Jay Deas who made the toss. Deas revealed that the decision to throw in the towel had come from trainer Mark Breland.

Christopher Taylor - February 23, 2020

Like many of us, UFC commentator Joe Rogan was blown away by the incredible performance put on by Tyson Fury in tonight’s rematch with Deontay Wilder. After their first encounter ended in a controversial split draw, mainly due to a final round knockdown scored by Wilder, Tyson Fury left no doubt as to who was the better man tonight in Las Vegas.

Christopher Taylor - February 22, 2020

Deontay Wilder suffered the first loss of his professional career at the hands of Tyson Fury this evening in Las Vegas. Tonight’s highly anticipated heavyweight showdown served as a rematch, as ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ had previously squared off in December of 2018. That chilly December evening in Los Angeles, Tyson Fury appeared to be cruising to victory until Deontay Wilder floored him with a combination in the final round. Miraculously, the Manchester native was able to get back to his feet and finish the fight. The end result was a controversial split draw which lead to tonight’s eventual rematch.

Natasha Hooper - February 22, 2020

Tonight, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder faced off for a second time in their blockbuster rematch at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The heavyweight titans first squared off in the ring in 2018. “The Gypsy King” was heading towards a points victory until Wilder delivered a brutal knockdown in the 12th round, sending Fury plummeting to the canvas floor. Refusing to submit to a TKO loss, Fury miraculously returned his feet and walked away from the fight with a draw.

Natasha Hooper - February 22, 2020

Tonight Deontay Wilder faced Tyson Fury in a history-defining rematch at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. In their first collision, “The Gypsy King” could have taken the points victory if he hadn’t crashed to the canvas after absorbing a brutal strike from Wilder in the 12th round. The fight ultimately concluded in a draw and both fighters entered their 2020 bout undefeated.

Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020

Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury collided once again this evening in Las Vegas for the WBC, Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles. ‘The Gypsy King‘ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ had first met in December of 2018. On that night in Los Angeles, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, the British standout was able to recover and the bout was ultimately ruled a split draw by the judges in attendance.

Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020

Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury collide once again this evening in Las Vegas for the WBC, Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles. ‘The Gypsy King‘ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ first met in December of 2018. On that night, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, the British standout was able to recover and the bout was ruled a draw.

Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020

Tyson Fury will return to the squared circle this evening in Las Vegas for a highly anticipated rematch with Deontay Wilder. The pair first met in December of 2018, with the bout ending in a controversial split draw.

Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020

Undefeated heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury will throw down for a second time tonight in Las Vegas, Nevada. The pair first met in December of 2018. That evening in Los Angeles, ‘The Gypsy King’ appeared to be getting the better of ‘The Bronze Bomber’ for the majority of the rounds one through eleven. However, in round twelve Fury was flattened by a Wilder combination and sent crashing to the canvas. Miraculously, the British fighter made it to his feet before the ten count and the fight was allowed to continue. After the conclusion of the final round the judges in attendance ruled the bout a controversial split draw.

Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020

Deontay Wilder will square off with Tyson Fury for a second time tonight in what is being billed as one of the biggest fights in boxing history. Fury and Wilder first met in December of 2018. On that night, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, ‘The Gypsy King’ was able to recover and the bout was ruled a draw.

Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020

Adrien Broner was arrested and taken away by police during yesterday’s Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury 2 weigh-in at MGM Grand Garden. TMZ Sports was first to report the news and actually caught video of the incident.

Cole Shelton - February 21, 2020

Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury will both earn at least $28 million for their highly-anticipated rematch on Saturday. The two will be fighting for the WBC, The Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles on Saturday night. It is a fight a year and a half in the making and one that will result in massive paydays for both of them. Mike Coppinger of The Athletic is reporting they will earn a minimum of $28 million, plus pay-per-view points as they are sharing the revenue 50/50. But, if there is a trilogy it would go 60/40 for whoever won.

Tom Taylor - February 21, 2020

The Nevada State Athletic Commission recently made the decision to ban Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury from squaring off after they weigh in for their Saturday night rematch, evidently wary after the pair got physical at a press conference earlier this week. Former two-division UFC champ Conor McGregor is not on board with this decision. McGregor reacted to this bizarre decision from the NSAC on Twitter. He began by praising the commission for the work it does, but then offered a solution that will allow Wilder and Fury to square off: just beef up security!

Tom Taylor - February 21, 2020

The Nevada State Athletic Commission isn’t taking any chances when it comes to the upcoming WBC heavyweight title rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. After the pair got physical at a press conference this week, the commission has banned them from partaking in a staredown after they weigh in on Friday evening.

Tom Taylor - February 20, 2020

The rematch we’ve all been waiting for is almost here. After over a year of anticipation, Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury will finally meet again this Saturday. Ahead of their WBC heavyweight title showdown, the pair squared off at a pre-fight press conference, and as expected, things quickly got physical.

Adam Martin - February 18, 2020

Boxing heavyweight Deontay Wilder believes that rival Tyson Fury is “nervous” ahead of the pair’s highly-anticipated rematch this weekend. Wilder and Fury first met in December 2018 and went back-and-forth for 12 championship rounds in a “Fight of the Year” contender that ended in a controversial split draw. Fans have been clamoring for the two rivals to run it back ever since and this weekend they finally will look to settle their differences inside the ring. The rematch takes place this Saturday at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Natasha Hooper - February 17, 2020

Tyson Fury is at the peak of his boxing career, with his anticipated Deontay Wilder rematch just around the corner. However, the undefeated boxer reveals he still suffers from suicidal thoughts on a weekly basis. Last week in an article by The Independent, the lineal heavyweight champion admitted to still feeling “absolutely suicidal” every Sunday and believes he will be “dead within a year” if he leaves his boxing career.