The news of a potential heavyweight showdown between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang set for June 1 in Saudi Arabia has fight fans buzzing with excitement. Both Wilder and Zhang are known for their knockout power and aggressive fighting styles, making this matchup highly anticipated. The fight is set to take place on the undercard of the light heavyweight unification showdown between Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev, adding even more excitement to the event.
Both Wilder and Zhang are coming off losses to Joseph Parker, which adds an interesting dynamic to their upcoming fight. Wilder suffered a lackluster defeat to Parker, appearing listless and lacking his usual power in their matchup. On the other hand, Zhang had a better showing against Parker, scoring two knockdowns but ultimately losing on points. However, concerns were raised about Zhang’s performance as he seemed gassed and threw very few punches during the fight.
Wilder, at 38 years old, boasts an impressive record of 43-3-1(42) with his last win coming in October of 2022 against Robert Helenius. On the other hand, Zhang, who is set to turn 41 in May, holds a record of 26-2-1(21) and has scored spectacular wins over Joe Joyce before his loss to Parker. The clash between these two experienced fighters promises to be an explosive one, with both looking to make a statement in the heavyweight division.
The big question remains – who will come out on top with a big knockout win when Wilder and Zhang face off? Will we see a cautious and conservative approach from both fighters, or will they bring the aggression and power that they are known for? Fight fans are eagerly awaiting the showdown on June 1 to see how it all unfolds. With the Saudi money men backing the event, there may be additional exciting fights added to the card, making it a must-watch for all boxing enthusiasts.