Deontay Wilder Names Priority Opponent
Date: 2023-11-16 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: SPORT
Deontay Wilder, the former heavyweight champion, has disclosed the name of the boxer he considers his priority opponent. For Wilder, the most crucial fight in the boxing world is against Anthony Joshua. He believes that facing the British star should be the pinnacle event in the boxing realm. Wilder expressed his anticipation for this fight, acknowledging the longstanding interest and pursuit from fans and the world at large. He stated to Sky Sports, "Everything is going towards it. It's been a long time, and now, for everyone, for the whole world, this fight can happen. Me against Joshua, it's what people have talked about, what fans chased me and him for. And I hope soon the fans will be able to say 'finally.'"
It's notable that Deontay Wilder is set to face Joseph Parker on December 23, 2023, as part of a significant boxing event in Saudi Arabia. On the same night, Anthony Joshua will fight Sweden's Otto Wallin. Anticipations rise that if both Joshua and Wilder secure victories, they will face each other twice in 2024.
In his professional career, Deontay Wilder boasts 43 wins, one draw, and two losses in 46 fights. Both his defeats came against Tyson Fury. On the other hand, Anthony Joshua has participated in 29 fights, securing 26 victories and facing three losses.
