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Deontay Wilder reveals trait he and Jake Paul share in rare praise before Anthony Joshua clash

Deontay Wilder believes that only he and Jake Paul are willing to face opponents considerably bigger than them – starting with Anthony Joshua. The former heavyweight champion has been chasing a fight with Joshua for years, but will now have to watch as his rival takes on Paul on Friday night in Miami.

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Deontay Wilder faces fan ridicule after choosing Anthony Joshua in heavyweight debate

Deontay Wilder has made headlines with a recent prediction that puts Anthony Joshua ahead of one of boxing’s all-time greats. Joshua’s return to the ring is drawing near, though it will not be under the circumstances fans initially expected.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Deontay Wilder Makes Cautious Prediction for Jake Paul–Anthony Joshua

Seven whole days. That’s all that stands between us and Jake Paul stepping into a boxing ring with Anthony Joshua — a sentence that still feels like it should auto-correct into a Marvel crossover.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

Deontay Wilder would ‘love’ to box 49-fight veteran who put hands on him during recent face-off

Deontay Wilder is hoping to take a warm-up fight before squaring off against Oleksandr Usyk. The heavyweight king recently shocked everyone by naming the opponent he wants to face next.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 12

Deontay Wilder’s New Film ‘Moses the Black’

Ex-WBC Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder will star in and join the production team for ‘Moses the Black,’ with the movie set for U.S release on January 30, 2026.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 11

Deontay Wilder And Derek Chisora Face Off In Dubai

Heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora faced off in Dubai this week in an effort to hype a potential IBA title showdown. It might seem like an unlikely sentence, but this is boxing in 2025.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Deontay Wilder Provides Update on Oleksandr Usyk Negotiations

Heavyweight talks pick up momentum heading into 2026 Wilder shares new insight into recent discussions A potential matchup draws major buzz across the boxing world The holiday season is here, which means two things: gift shopping anxiety and heavyweight boxing chaos.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 11

Deontay Wilder Drops Major Update Regarding Potential Oleksandr Usyk Bout

Although Oleksandr Usyk can no longer call himself the undisputed world heavyweight champion, he still remains the most desirable name in the division.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 8

Deontay Wilder has one major concern about Anthony Joshua ahead of Jake Paul ‘money grab’

Deontay Wilder has shared his thoughts on the most controversial fight of 2025. Former two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua will return to the ring on December 19.

Boxing News / Action Network / December 4

Deontay Wilder Questions Integrity of Paul–Joshua Fight

Deontay Wilder calls Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua “a fun opportunity and a money grab,” saying influencer boxing reflects “the times and the generation

Boxing News / Field Level Media / December 1

Oleksandr Usyk: Deonte Wilder 'first option' for next fight

Former WBC world champion Deontay Wilder is No. 1 on unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk's list of potential opponents when the Ukrainian returns to the ring in 2026.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 1

Deontay Wilder Responds to Oleksandr Usyk Callout With Strong Statement

There is a lot of intrigue around what Oleksandr Usyk is going to do next in his boxing career. There hasn't been much activity or content from the former undisputed heavyweight champion and pound-for-pound great ever since his KO victory over Daniel Dubois in the 5th round of their July 19 bout.

Boxing News / ESPN / December 1

Usyk targets Wilder as next heavyweight opponent

Unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk has identified Deontay Wilder as his next opponent, describing the American as the "first option" for his next fight.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 15

Andy Ruiz Jr. Vs. Deontay Wilder – How Does It Play Out?

Andy Ruiz Jr. faced off with Deontay Wilder, as they teased a future fight. Both fighters are looking to get their careers back on track. Ruiz Jr., a former unified champion, has been sidelined by a hand injury since his draw with Jarrell Miller in August 2024.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / August 30

‘This Was My Toughest Fight’ — Deontay Wilder Reveals His Hardest Opponent

The KO artist’s answer may surprise fans after years of unforgettable battles Deontay Wilder has reentered the win column, shaking off the sting of his December 2023 defeat to Joseph Parker.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 2

Jarrell Miller Delivers Honest Assessment of Deontay Wilder Comeback

At the Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, on June 27, Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon headlined a Global Combat Collective card, broadcast live on PPV.com and BLK Prime Pay-Per-View.