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DEONTAY WILDER CALLS OUT ANTHONY JOSHUA: ONE FINAL CHANCE TO SETTLE THE HEAVYWEIGHT GRUDGE NOW
Anthony Joshua vs. Wilder 2026: Money, respect, and career-ending risks. Explore why Wilder’s "destiny" quote smells like desperation.
Anthony Joshua vs. Wilder: It Only Matters Because It Could Still Go Sideways
Anthony Joshua took care of business in Miami. He wore down Jake Paul, knocked him down repeatedly, and finished him in the sixth. Paul ended up with a broken jaw and a lot less to say. This outcome is more important for Netflix's earnings than for heavyweight rankings. In the boxing world, it just means Joshua should be fighting serious heavyweights again, not famous people with cameras.
The most recent fight that shows where Joshua stands is still the Dubois fight at Wembley. He was dropped early, his legs were gone, and he got stopped in five rounds because he tried to trade punches instead of playing it safe. Before that, the Ngannou knockout gave him a good moment, but it didn't fix his issues: backing straight up, panicking under pressure, and leaving his chin exposed after punching.
Wilder's "We Must Meet" Line—What Does It Really Mean?
Deontay Wilder saying, "We must meet," sounds like fate, but he's a 40-year-old who hasn't been doing great since 2020. He had a warm-up fight against Tyrrell Herndon that people are calling a comeback. The Herndon fight was like practice under the lights. Wilder knocked down a willing opponent twice, got some rounds in, and showed that his right hand still has power when the other guy isn't punching back hard.
That quote is less about destiny and more about a guy looking for one last big payday while he's still famous. "We're both still in this business" means we both still sell tickets, not that we're the best in the division. Any trainer would hear desperation, not confidence, in that.
What Could Go Wrong for Joshua?
Joshua has always struggled with what Wilder does best: throwing long, quick right hands off balance. Joshua likes things neat—jab, jab, right hand, repeat. When things get messy, he tends to freeze, plant his feet, and try to trade instead of getting out of there. That's when Wilder's right hand lands.
The Dubois loss showed Joshua still can't handle tough moments. He got hurt early, never recovered his legs, and tried to stand his ground when he should have been clinching and slowing the fight down. Against Wilder, one mistake like that—hanging around too long to prove a point—could turn a fight he's winning into a knockout loss.
What's the Real Threat Wilder Poses Now?
Even past his prime, Wilder's threat is simple: he can lose every round and still win with one right hand if he can trick you into getting too aggressive. The Herndon fight showed his timing isn't gone completely. He still found his range when the other guy slowed down, and he didn't need many clean shots to get the stoppage.
The real danger for Joshua is staying focused, not physical damage. He could be boxing well, winning rounds, then get impatient and throw one too many punches because he's tired of just jabbing. Wilder's plan is based on that mistake—a slow fight, not many punches, then a sudden right hand when you lose focus.
What This Fight Reveals, Not Proves
Joshua vs. Wilder in 2026 won't decide any big debates about who is the best. Fury, Usyk, and Dubois have already done that. It will show if Joshua can last twelve rounds without losing his head when facing real power again and if Wilder has enough left to create a chance to win, not just throw wild punches from too far away.
It also shows how both guys handle risk when there's no title on the line, just money and respect. Without any pressure from boxing organisations, you see who's still willing to risk getting hit just for the thrill of it and a paycheck.
Business, Timing, and What's Possible
Usyk holding the belts means this fight is just for entertainment. No one is forcing it; there's no deadline, it just depends on whether the Saudis or an American TV network thinks people will pay to watch. The Paul numbers—33 million viewers on Netflix—give Joshua power. His team can say they don't need Wilder to sell tickets.
For Wilder, Joshua is the biggest money fight left. Usyk would be a risky fight with less reward, and the other heavyweights don't bring in as much money. That's why he says, I'll almost definitely fight Joshua. It's not about dreams; it's about money.
If It Goes Wrong
If Joshua fights Wilder and gets knocked out or badly hurt, he'll stop being seen as someone who can win titles again. He'll just be a famous name for exhibition fights and for young fighters to beat. Another bad loss after the Dubois fight would tell every heavyweight that if you can make Joshua think and punch at the same time, he'll fall apart.
If it goes wrong for Wilder—if Joshua beats him easily or finishes him late—the idea that he's always one punch away from winning will disappear. He'll become a memory, appearing in highlight reels and as a guest of honour, not a live threat. Either way, this fight won't rebuild careers. It will end one for good.
EGIS KLIMAS CONFIRMS MULTI-FIGHT AGREEMENT FOR OLEKSANDR USYK VS DEONTAY WILDER 2026
Oleksandr Usyk's manager, Egis Klimas, confirms a "very likely" 2026 fight against Deontay Wilder in either Las Vegas or Los Angeles.
A possible fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Deontay Wilder may happen at the following time, according to Usyk’s manager.
In 2025, Oleksandr Usyk had only one bout in the ring, where he knocked out Daniel Dubois in the fifth round of their rematch.
After that fight, there were rumours that the Ukrainian may retire from the sport because of had almost cleared out the heavyweight division.
Despite that, rumours were soon debunked, and the former undisputed heavyweight champion announced that he would be interested in facing former heavyweight title holder Deontay Wilder.
Usyk’s Manager Offers Date for Wilder Bout
It was reported a few weeks ago that Usyk had voluntarily relinquished his WBO heavyweight title. As a result, he is no longer undisputed.
Shortly after that announcement, the 38-year-old revealed he would like to fight ‘The Bronze Bomber,’ deeming him ‘one of the greatest heavyweights of the last 10 years.’
And when he was at the Night of the Samurai event last week, Usyk again was asked about his next potential opponent, and he repeated his desire to face Wilder.
On the likelihood of the fight, Usyk’s representative Egis Klimas told The National, “It’s very likely (we will see Usyk vs. Wilder). Because right now we’re working on it, and we’re working on some multi-fight agreement for Oleksandr.
“As soon as we confirm that, we’re going to jump in. And some talks are already going on with the team of Wilder. We’re looking at Las Vegas or Los Angeles, and the dates are the end of April and the beginning of May.”
The Ukrainian hasn't boxed Stateside since 2019, when he faced Chazz Witherspoon in his first heavyweight bout.
The selection of Wilder, however, is quite surprising, given his recent performance. The 40-year-old boxer is 2-3 in his last five bouts, suffering defeats at the hands of Zhilei Zhang, Joseph Parker, and Tyson Fury.
Would Usyk retire after the upcoming fight with Wilder? At the age of 38, the reality is that Usyk very likely has only a few bouts left in him at the very most. With the bulk of the heavyweight rankings already knocked out, there would be very little opposition left in the sport for Usyk, and retirement after a bout with Wilder would be expected.
32-0 AND COUNTING: IS NAOYA INOUE OFFICIALLY THE GREATEST OF THIS GENERATION?
Naoya Inoue wraps up a flawless 2025, tying Muhammad Ali’s record with four undisputed title defences in a single calendar year.
Inoue wrapped up 2025 with a flawless 4-0, defending his super-bantamweight title four times around the globe and proving he's the best in boxing. Beating Alan Picasso put him back on top of the pound-for-pound rankings, solidifying his place as the sport's biggest name.
Lots of fighters had great moments this year, but no one else showed the same level of consistent dominance, historical importance, and activity that Inoue did.
An Amazing Year of Championship Wins
Inoue finished the year with a 32-0 record (27 KOs) after wins against Ye Joon Kim, Ramon Cardenas, Murodjon Akhmadaliev, and Alan Picasso. Each fight showed his command of the division, from quick knockouts to smart, well-fought decision wins against top contenders.
People noticed his cool demeanour, accuracy, and how he changes his strategy during fights, proving why he's considered the best.
Looking back at 2025, Inoue said, I wasn't sure about it myself, but I'll do my best to meet your expectations. To everyone who came to Riyadh and cheered us on, thanks a lot for your support.
We had so much support this year. Thanks! Happy New Year!
By successfully defending all four major belts four times this year, Inoue is the only male undisputed world champ left in boxing. He stayed active without injuries or performance drops, which set him apart from everyone else with a title.
While others picked and chose their fights, Inoue was always ready to put his title on the line.
Historical Wins and Worldwide Success
Besides being undefeated, Inoue's 2025 was historically awesome. He tied Muhammad Ali's record by defending the undisputed title four times in a single year.
Inoue also set a new record for the most consecutive world title fight wins, beating records held by Floyd Mayweather and Joe Louis.
His consistency across different countries was just as impressive. Inoue had amazing performances in Japan, the US, and Saudi Arabia, proving he's not just a local star but the most complete global champ in the sport.
This year, Inoue was the best in every category.
While other fighters had strong arguments, no one maintained undisputed control while building their legacy like Inoue did this year.
Inoue's multiple title defences made him the obvious choice.
A Familiar Honour, Earned Again
This is Inoue's second time winning WBN Fighter of the Year, after his undisputed wins in two divisions in 2023.
Winning again shows how great he is at the highest level of boxing. Very few fighters today have combined dominance with constant activity while adding to their legacy.
What's Next?
As 2025 ends, Inoue is not just boxing’s top champ, but the standard for sustained dominance. His wins have him moving from talking about what he could do to what his legacy will be. Future performances will be compared to what he’s already done.
The win over Picasso and return to number one P4P just shows he's unmatched.
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