Deontay Wilder Eyes Joshua Fight After Surgery
Deontay Wilder’s Comeback: Aiming for Anthony Joshua Fight
Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is gearing up for a major return to the boxing ring following shoulder surgery. The 39-year-old knockout artist has set his sights on a blockbuster bout against British superstar Anthony Joshua, with Wembley Stadium being eyed as the venue for a potential clash around Christmas or New Year’s.
Wilder, who has lost four of his last five fights, underwent surgery to repair a lingering shoulder injury that had plagued him in recent bouts. Speaking about his recovery, Wilder revealed that the injury had delayed his return to the ring, but he is now fully healed and ready to resume his career.
“I had to go through the process all over again after an accident,” Wilder explained in an interview with DAZN. “Every time I threw my right hand, it was nothing but pain. But now, I’m back, and I’m punching harder than ever.”
A Long-Awaited Showdown
The prospect of Wilder facing Joshua has been discussed for years, but the fight has never materialized. Both fighters were once undefeated champions, and a bout between them would have been a unification fight to determine the undisputed heavyweight champion.
Now, with both men coming off losses—Joshua to Daniel Dubois and Wilder to Zhilei Zhang—the stakes remain high.
Joshua, meanwhile, has been active, securing victories over Francis Ngannou and Otto Wallin on December 23, 2023. His team has hinted at a potential fight with Wilder, but no official agreement has been reached.
What’s Next?
Wilder’s immediate focus is on his fight against Herndon, a 24-5 heavyweight who has won three consecutive bouts. If Wilder secures a convincing victory, negotiations for a Joshua fight could accelerate.
For now, boxing fans eagerly await confirmation of a date and venue for the long-anticipated showdown. With Wilder’s power and Joshua’s technical prowess, a clash between these two heavyweights promises fireworks.
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