“I’ll be a dangerous man” – Deontay Wilder expresses interest in MMA; reveals ruthless intention with 4-ounce gloves

Boxing heavyweight star Deontay Wilder is confident that he can wreak havoc in the UFC while still pursuing boxing

“I’ll be a dangerous man” – Deontay Wilder expresses interest in MMA; reveals ruthless intention with 4-ounce gloves

Deontay Wilder is convinced that he can be a massive force in the UFC (via Imago/eBay)

In an unexpected turn of events, boxing heavyweight star Deontay Wilder has stated his intention to pursue an MMA career alongside his boxing career. Wilder, also known as “The Bronze Bomber,” is well known for his devastating striking power in boxing. He considered himself a formidable force in MMA, emphasizing his passion for grappling and ground-and-pound methods.

Wilder, in an interview with Blue Blood Sports TV, said that he wanted to participate in both the UFC and boxing at the same time. He further stated he intended to dominate with 4-ounce gloves in the MMA arena. This is what Wilder said:

I'm thinking about doing both, UFC and boxing. I'll be a dangerous man in the UFC with 4oz gloves. I feel like picking up a big body and slamming him, then getting on top of him and beating the sh*t out of him.
Deontay Wilder via Blue Blood Sports TV
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While Wilder did not name his MMA opponent, speculation has been wild, with many eyes on Francis Ngannou, who recently demonstrated his talents against Tyson Fury. Donn Davis, the creator of the PFL, indicated strong interest in a Wilder vs. Ngannou fight, even considering a mixed-rules fight in the PFL in 2024.

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This move by Wilder highlights the rising trend of crossover fights, with MMA offering a platform for athletes from many combat sports backgrounds to demonstrate their talents.  Fight fans wonder how Wilder’s punching power will translate to the MMA. They will keep a close eye on whether he will navigate the sport’s complexity successfully.

Deontay Wilder reignites his concerns about Tyson Fury in a recent interview

Following the highly anticipated heavyweight fight between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury, former boxing champion Deontay Wilder has spoken out about the fight. Ngannou did a fantastic job, considering that he was a huge underdog. He scored a knockdown in the third round and remained competitive for ten rounds. In the end, Fury prevailed via split decision, but many people doubted his performance.

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Deontay Wilder accuses Tyson Fury of cheating (via Los Angeles Times)

According to Wilder, he did not watch the fight but received a lot of texts and calls about it. Wilder accused Fury of cheating during their 2021 trilogy match. In a recent interview, Wilder voiced his doubts about Fury’s performance and hinted at potential cheating in an interview. This is what he said:

After the fight, a lot of people figured out what was going on. ‘Maybe he did cheat, maybe he did have something in his gloves.’ All those things coming up now. ‘He didn’t look himself, what happened? He lost.’ Everyone saying he lost, that’s all I got.
Deontay Wilder via Blue Blood Sports TV

The assertion from Wilder fuels the continuing debate about Tyson Fury’s methods inside the ring. Even though Wilder did not offer any hard proof to back up his reservations, his remarks have sparked new debates over the validity of Fury’s win.

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