Deontay Wilder News

Tom Taylor - December 5, 2018

Last weekend, resurgent Brit Tyson Fury stepped into the ring with ferocious champion Deontay Wilder to battle for the WBC heavyweight title. Not only did this fight go down as an instant classic, but it also looks like it was a definite financial success as well. According to a report from The Ring this Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury card is “expected to surpass 300,000 buys.” As The Ring’s report explains, that figure doesn’t include pay-per-view buys in the United Kingdom — of which there were certainly many — or digital purchases made on platforms such as Playstation 4.

Tom Taylor - December 4, 2018

Resurgent Brit Tyson Fury put forth a masterful performance in his Saturday night WBC heavyweight title fight with champion Deontay Wilder. Unfortunately, the bout was not without controversy. In the 12th round of the fight — which was ultimately ruled a draw — Tyson Fury was knocked senseless by a crushing Deontay Wilder combination. Miraculously, however, the Brit was able to return to his feet, and in the eyes of many onlookers, went on to outperform Wilder for the remainder of the final round.

Tom Taylor - December 3, 2018

Last Saturday night, England’s Tyson Fury stepped into the ring with American knockout puncher Deontay Wilder to battle for the WBC heavyweight title. Despite being the underdog heading into the fight, the Brit out-performed his foe for the majority of the contest, save the eighth and 12th rounds when he was knocked down by his powerful opponent. Despite his success throughout the fight, Tyson Fury was not announced the winner in the end. Instead, the bout was ruled a draw, which means both fighters will leave Los Angeles with their undefeated records still intact.

Tom Taylor - December 3, 2018

Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder’s Saturday night classic seemed to create more questions than it answered, as we’re all left wondering if the draw verdict was fare, if the pair will engage in an immediate rematch, and of course, which man will be the first to battle unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua. Speaking at the press conference after their fight, both Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder took shots at Anthony Joshua.

Cole Shelton - December 2, 2018

Tyson Fury nearly shocked the world last night in Los Angeles. Fury challenged WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in a highly anticipated fight, with both men entering the contest sporting undefeated professional records. Ultimately, Fury, who was the underdog, found success against Wilder throughout success fight. That was until Wilder knocked him to the canvas, twice. The second time it appeared the fight was over. However, much to the shock of the ‘Bronze Bomber’ and everyone watching, Tyson Fury got up and the fight went to the decision.

Cole Shelton - December 2, 2018

On Saturday night, Tyson Fury stepped into the ring with WBC heavyweight champ Deontay Wilder. Despite being the underdog heading into the fight, the Brit dominated the majority of the contest, save the eighth and 12th rounds when he was dropped by his powerful opponent. Despite his success throughout the fight, Tyson Fury was not announced the winner. Instead, the bout was ruled a draw, which means both fighters will leave Los Angeles with their undefeated records still intact.

Tom Taylor - December 2, 2018

Last night, Deontay Wilder attempted to defend his WBC heavyweight title opposite resurgent Englishman Tyson Fury. The pair battled for the full 12 rounds. Tyson Fury dominated the majority of the bout, befuddling his smaller opponent with his range, quickness and often impenetrable defense. That being said, it was Wilder who authored the two biggest moments of the fight: knockdowns in the eight and twelfth rounds — the latter being particularly incredible.

Tom Taylor - December 2, 2018

In the 12th round of his riveting title fight with England’s Tyson Fury, WBC heavyweight champ Deontay Wilder uncorked a combination that seemed to secure his victory. In an instant, Fury was supine on the canvas, arms at his sides, staring up at the Jumbotron. It looked like it was all over. But then Fury got up — and somehow, won the remainder of the round. The two fighters reached the final bell, and the judges scored the fight a draw.

Christopher Taylor - December 1, 2018

The highly anticipated Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury fight exceeded expectations tonight in Los Angeles, California. Both men entered tonight’s contest holding undefeated professional records.

Chris Taylor - December 1, 2018

One of the biggest fights of the year will take place this evening in Los Angeles, as undefeated boxers Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury square off for the “Bronze Bomber’s” WBC heavyweight title. Deontay Wilder enters tonight’s contest sporting a perfect professional record of 40-0. His latest victory occurred this past March in New York, when he defeated Luis Ortiz via tenth-round TKO.

Chris Taylor - March 31, 2018

VIDEO | Anthony Joshua defeats Joseph Parker and Deontay Wilder screams “Robbery” Anthony Joshua was able to unify three of the four major heavyweight titles in Boxing earlier today by scoring a unanimous decision victory over Joseph Parker (119-109, 118-110, 118-110).

Russell Ess - September 21, 2017

Boxing’s WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder says he is no stranger to the game of mixed martial arts. While speaking with Sports Illustrated, the topic of Wilder fighting Brock Lesnar was brought up and the boxing champion said some interesting things about a potential matchup with the former UFC heavyweight champion and current WWE wrestling star.