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Deontay Wilder confirms a ‘real discussion’ with Francis Ngannou over a potential two-fight deal in Saudi Arabia and Africa…with the Bronze Bomber hailing the Middle East as a ‘new hotbed for boxing’
- Deontay Wilder confirmed talks with Francis Ngannou on a two-fight deal
- The bronze bomber could take on the former UFC champion on two continents
- Wilder said Saudi Arabia was a “new hotbed for boxing” after the Fury-Paul fight
Deontay Wilder confirmed that he has been in talks about a two-fight deal with Francis Ngannou.
The Bronze Bomber returned to the ring in October after a year away with a knockout victory over Finn Robert Helenius.
And in the hunt for his next fight, he has confirmed rumors that he could take on Ngannou, as the former UFC heavyweight champion looks to enter the boxing world with deep pockets after leaving the MMA franchise earlier this year. anus.
There has been plenty of discussion about who Ngannou could face next, with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua among those who could take on the Franco-Cameroonian fighter, even as the 36-year-old is demanding £24m to make it happen.
Speaking in Saudi Arabia in the wake of the Tommy Fury-Jake Paul fight, Wilder told reporters that discussions with Ngannou’s team were very interesting about a two-fight, two-continent deal.
Deontay Wilder was in Saudi Arabia to watch Jake Paul’s fight with Tommy Fury on Sunday
Wilder confirmed talks with Francis Ngannou about a two-fight deal on two continents
As IFL TV reported, Wilder said: ‘That’s a real discussion. We try to make a two fight deal, one maybe here [Saudi Arabia] and the other in Africa.
Now it comes to a discussion about schedules and compliance with the requirements of both sides about when and where the battles and financial demands will take place.
Tommy Fury, Tyson’s younger half-brother, defeated Paul on Sunday night by split decision, in a close contest that has divided opinions, with some believing the wrong man won despite Fury’s early dominance in the bout.
As Sportsmail previously reported, Wilder was among those who think Paul was robbed, calling referee Hector Afu ‘immature’ for a point deduction in round five, despite Fury also being penalized during the contest.
While both sides appear to be in favor of a rematch, it has also added to Saudi Arabia’s appeal as a destination for boxing’s biggest matches.
Speaking after Fury’s win in Saudi Arabia, Wilder said: “I think this is the new hotbed of boxing. It is an access point. I love the structure and the way they have plans, what they’re trying to do here and what they’re going to do.
Tommy Fury won Sunday’s fight as Wilder hailed Saudi Arabia as “the new hotbed for boxing.”
Wilder has promised to fight in the Middle East, and could see him take on Ngannou.
‘You can expect to see me here in the Middle East.’
If Wilder’s appearance in the Middle East sees him take on Ngannou, it’s unlikely to be an easy matter, as the former MMA man will leave the UFC as the reigning heavyweight champion after defending the belt against Cyryl Win at beginning of 2022.
He was unable to agree to future terms with the UFC due to monetary issues, something he will have no problem with in boxing.
As previously reported, former UFC champion Henry Cejudo said the triple cy schmo show he believes there is “about $40 million waiting for him” if he fights “The Gypsy King” Tyson Fury.