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WBC Prez: Wilder-Fury Rematch Will NOT Happen Next

•Feb 26, 2019

With the stroke of a single network contract, the anticipated heavyweight title fight rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury has gone from “nearly done” to “not just yet.” A twice-altered deadline imposed by the World Boxing Council (WBC)—whose heavyweight title Wilder has held since Jan. ‘15—was set for Wednesday with the demand of talks either wrapping up or the matter heading straight to purse bid. The Mexico City-based sanctioning body got the news it sought one day early, even if it’s the news that few want to hear.

Jarrell Miller: I'm Way Better Than Whyte, Wilder's Record Sucks

BoxingScene Staff

•Feb 24, 2019

Heavyweight contender Jarrell Miller is not overly impressed with the toughest opponent of his career, which is IBF, IBO, WBA, WBO world champion Anthony Joshua. Miller will challenge Joshua for his world title on June 1 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The contest will be Joshua's United States debut.

Tyson Fury: Joshua-Miller, A Fight Between Two Low-Level Bums

BoxingScene Staff

•Feb 24, 2019

Former world champion Tyson Fury has once again verbally lashed out in the direction of his domestic rival - IBF, WBO, WBA, IBO world champion Anthony Joshua. Joshua is back in the ring on June 1 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. He faces undefeated contender Jarrell Miller of Brooklyn.

Holyfield: Wilder is The Best at Heavyweight, Not Joshua

BoxingScene Staff

•Feb 24, 2019

Evander Holyfield backs WBC world champion Deontay Wilder as the best heavyweight in the world. While he views IBF, IBO, WBA, WBO champion Anthony Joshua as being the most skilled fighter in the division - he can't back him to be the best of the division.

WBC Prez Spoke To Wilder, Fury Teams - Gives Them Deal Deadline

Tris Dixon

•Feb 23, 2019

THE president of the WBC Mauricio Sulaiman insists the heavyweight fight he wants to see is a unification contest between Anthony Joshua – who holds the WBA, IBF, IBO and WBO belts – and the WBC champion. However, who holds the green belt by the time the titles are under one roof remains to be seen.

Frank Warren Explains Reasons For Tyson Fury-ESPN Deal

Frank Warren

•Feb 23, 2019

TYSON FURY HAS stolen a march on his heavyweight rivals and is in prime position to crack the American market after signing his US broadcast deal with ESPN, by far the biggest sporting network Stateside. It is a landmark deal for the rejuvenated Tyson following on from his stunning resurrection against Deontay Wilder in December, where he proved that he remains the main man to be reckoned with amongst the heavy mob.

Joyce: I Won't KO Stiverne In 1st, Like Wilder; I'm Not There Yet

Keith Idec

•Feb 23, 2019

Joe Joyce intends to challenge Deontay Wilder one day for the American knockout artist’s WBC heavyweight title. Seven fights into his promising professional career, though, Joyce realizes he isn’t quite on Wilder’s level as a finisher just yet. Comparing these tall, hard-hitting heavyweights still is inevitable because Joyce is scheduled to box Bermane Stiverne on Saturday night in London.

Breazeale Keeping a Close Eye on Wilder-Fury Rematch Situation

Jake Donovan

•Feb 22, 2019

From the moment Tyson Fury and promoter Frank Warren announced their alignment with Top Rank and ESPN, each passing day has suggested the troubling news of a rematch with Deontay Wilder looking less and less likely to occur in the near future. There is a silver lining to the potential fallout; at least if you’re Dominic Breazeale.

Joshua: I Would Just Knock Fury Out, Wilder I Can Outbox

BoxingScene Staff

•Feb 22, 2019

WBO, WBA, IBF, IBO Anthony Joshua (22-0, 21 KOs) feels very confident of beating both Tyson Fury and WBC champion Deontay Wilder. Joshua is a superstar in the UK, and he's finally expanding his profile to other markets.

Fury's Dubious Decision & Why Wilder Won't Accept Arum's Offer

Keith Idec

•Feb 22, 2019

By Keith Idec - Tyson Fury overcame three life-threatening conditions – alcoholism, cocaine addiction and depression – and two knockdowns against Deontay Wilder to continue crafting one of the most fascinating, inspiring sports stories of our time. His numbers this week don’t favor Fury nearly as much, certainly no...