Deontay Wilder Was linked with a heavyweight world title challenge for Alexander Usyk but chose to accept Derek Chisora Next up, Usyk predicted how “The Bronze Bomber” would fare against one of his toughest former opponents.

When you think of potential challengers to Usyk’s unified heavyweight world title after suffering four losses in his last six fights, you’d be forgiven for thinking Wilder was out, out of shape and in a bad mood.

However, the pair were linked to a conflict earlier this year until Wilder withdraws from proposed fight due to lack of progress in talksinstead accepting the chance to be Chisora’s final career opponent.

at the same time, Usyk announces shock match with Dutch kickboxer Rico VerhoevenDespite a 1-0 professional boxing record and a 12-year absence from competition, he will still challenge for the WBC heavyweight world title.

Still, Wilder is on Usyk’s radar, and a victory over “Del Boy” would give the Tuscaloosa-born former champion hope that a showdown with the Ukrainian could happen soon, giving him a chance to join an elite group of two-time heavyweight rulers.

When previously discussing a potential match between Wilder and Chisorawho defeated him in 2020, Usyk hints at victory for his former foe.

“(Deontay Wilder vs. Derek Chisora?) Uh, Derek Chisora ​​(wins).”

Wilder-Chisora ​​will be at the O2 Arena in four weeks’ timeboth reached the milestone of 50 career games.