Deontay Wilder, former heavyweight champion and knockout king, isn’t holding back with his thoughts on the upcoming Fury vs Usyk Date set for December 21. Wilder believes Usyk was denied a knockout in their first fight, and he’s picking Usyk to win again in the rematch.
Fury’s First Loss and Wilder’s Controversial Opinion
Tyson Fury is back in camp, gearing up for what could be the most significant rematch of his career after his first loss to Oleksandr Usyk. In their initial clash, Usyk Tyson Fury went toe-to-toe, with Fury ultimately going down in a split decision. While he managed to stay on his feet, Wilder thinks the outcome should’ve been a knockout for Usyk.
“I think he got robbed of a knockout in the ninth round for sure,” Wilder said in an interview with Boxing News. Fury had been holding the WBC Heavyweight World Title since he claimed it from Wilder himself back in 2020, after a series of legendary clashes that saw Fury secure two back-to-back knockouts against Wilder.
Wilder’s Key Thoughts on the Rematch:
- Usyk Deserved the First Victory: Wilder felt Usyk’s performance in the ninth round should’ve ended in a knockout.
- Backs Usyk for the Rematch: Though he respects both fighters, Wilder sees Usyk as the one to bring the “bite” in the rematch.
- Fight Energy Matters: According to Wilder, good days and bad days can make a huge difference, so predicting the winner is never straightforward.
Fighter Comparison: Fury vs Wilder vs Usyk
| Fighter | Titles Held | Notable Wins | Last 3 Fights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyson Fury | Former WBC Heavyweight Champion | Wilder (2x), Whyte | Win, Loss, TBD |
| Deontay Wilder | Former WBC Heavyweight Champion | Ortiz (2x), Stiverne | Loss, Win, Loss |
| Oleksandr Usyk | WBA, IBF, WBO Heavyweight Champion | Joshua (2x), Chisora | Win, Win, TBD |
Wilder Predicts the Rematch Outcome
When asked about the December 21 rematch and Fury Vs Usyk Fight Time UK, Wilder hesitated only briefly before backing Usyk once more. “If I had to pick I would say Usyk,” Wilder shared. “It’s about which fighter brings the right energy, and sometimes we have good days and bad days. Let’s see what happens, but my pick’s Usyk.”
Wilder’s Rocky Road Since His Own Fights with Fury
As for Wilder, the heavyweight’s journey hasn’t been easy since his bouts with Fury. After a quick KO of Robert Helenius, he faced tough back-to-back losses against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang. His trainer, Malik Scott, has confirmed that Wilder plans to keep fighting, showing resilience even amid setbacks.
With Fury vs Usyk Live Stream set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the entire boxing world will be watching to see if Wilder’s prediction comes true.