Deontay Wilder makes bold career claim amid Ngannou fight rumours

4 Sep 2025 • 11:33 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Deontay Wilder, 39, has dismissed talk of retirement, stating he intends to continue his boxing career for another decade.
  • This declaration follows two consecutive losses to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, which had raised questions about his future in the sport.
  • Wilder recently returned to winning ways in June, securing a knockout victory over Tyrrell Herndon.
  • He believes heavyweight boxers can fight longer than those in lighter divisions, citing less damage and the example of Bernard Hopkins.
  • With a professional record of 44-4-1, Wilder has also expressed interest in a future bout against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.

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