After the recent defeat of Deontay Wilder by Zhilei Zhang in Riyadh, retired boxing great Lennox Lewis has publicly stated that he believes Wilder should retire. Lewis expressed concern for Wilder’s health and well-being, suggesting that it would be wise for the former heavyweight champion to hang up his gloves while he still has his
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New Zealand heavyweight contender, Joseph Parker, recently analyzed Deontay Wilder’s fight against Zhilei Zhang in Riyadh and pointed out the flaws in Wilder’s strategy. According to Parker, Wilder failed to use movement and mix up his jabs effectively, which ultimately cost him the fight. Instead of displaying agility and a varied jabbing technique, Wilder resorted
In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Deontay Wilder’s career took a significant hit as he faced off against Zhilei Zhang. The once feared right hand of Wilder seemed weakened, unable to deliver its former potency, while Zhang’s power left Wilder vulnerable. The fifth-round knockout was a harsh reminder of the cruel and unforgiving nature of the sport
Following his impressive fifth-round knockout victory over Deontay Wilder, Zhilei Zhang wasted no time in calling out Anthony Joshua for his next fight. Zhang boldly stated that he would be willing to face Joshua if he didn’t already have an opponent lined up. Despite his confidence, promoter Eddie Hearn did not mention Zhang as a
In an electrifying match at the ‘5 Vs. 5’ card in Saudi Arabia, Zhilei Zhang emerged victorious over Deontay Wilder with a spectacular 5th round knockout. The defining moment came when “Big Bang” delivered a powerful right hand that left Wilder disoriented, attempting to communicate with the referee. Seizing the opportunity, Zhang unleashed a second
The highly anticipated fight between heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang is set to headline the Queenberry vs. Matchroom ‘5 vs. 5’ card, which will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV from the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event is scheduled to start at 2:00 p.m. ET / 7 pm UK time. Fight
In the lead-up to tonight’s fight between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang, podcast host Teddy Atlas has expressed concerns about Wilder’s over-reliance on his power. Atlas believes that Wilder’s record-breaking number of knockouts has led him to neglect the development of his technical skills and overall strategy in the ring. According to Atlas, Wilder’s tendency
The upcoming DAZN PPV main event featuring Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang is a crucial moment for both fighters. With both boxers experiencing a decline in their respective careers, this fight is a make-or-break situation. Recent losses to Joseph Parker have raised concerns about their abilities to compete at the highest level. While Zhang showed
The official weigh-in results for the upcoming heavyweight bout between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang have set the stage for what could be a massive showdown. Zhang, tipping the scales at 282.8 pounds, holds a significant weight advantage over Wilder, who came in at 214.6 pounds. The staggering 68-pound difference between the two fighters is
Deontay Wilder is no stranger to making bold predictions when it comes to his fights. He has made it clear that he is aiming for a stunning first-round knockout when he steps into the ring against Zhilei Zhang in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Wilder has even gone as far as comparing his knockout plans to Muhammad
During the final press conference, Zhilei Zhang made a bold claim that promoter Eddie Hearn chose Deontay Wilder as his team captain for his Matchroom stable simply to “kiss his a**” in hopes of signing a promotional contract with him. This accusation brought a laugh out of the crowd and raised eyebrows in the boxing
The upcoming fight between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang is a match that is shrouded in mystery and anticipation. Both fighters are coming off defeats and are in desperate need of a victory to keep their careers alive. The stakes are high, with the possibility of a “loser leaves town” scenario looming over the bout.
Zhilei Zhang, with a record of 26-2-1 and 21 knockouts, is confident that he can instill fear in former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, who holds a record of 43-3-1 with 42 knockouts. Zhang’s assertion is based on Wilder’s recent talks about retirement if he faces a loss in their upcoming fight. This has led
Deontay Wilder is gearing up to face another knockout artist in Zhilei Zhang, and he couldn’t be more thrilled. The prospect of going toe-to-toe with a fighter who possesses a similar knockout power to his own is something that Wilder relishes. Throughout his career, Wilder has demonstrated that he thrives when facing punchers, showcasing his
Bob Arum recently spoke with Sky Sports about the future plans for unbeaten heavyweight Jared Anderson. Arum confirmed that the definite plan is for Anderson to face Deontay Wilder next, pending Wilder’s outcome in his upcoming fight against Zhilei Zhang. This fight was suggested by Turki Alalshikh and has been something both Arum and Anderson