Tyson Fury believes his size and weight is the reason he didn’t get knocked out by Deontay Wilder during their three fights. The Gypsy King is one of only two boxers to survive to see the final bell against Wilder, who has 42 knockouts from 43 wins.
The other fighter who Wilder was unable to stop was Bermane Stiverne when they first fought back in 2015. However, when the showdown was run back two years later Wilder knocked out Stiverne in the first round.
Meanwhile, Fury was able to see out three fights with the Bronze Bomber including a full 12 rounds in their first encounter. During their trilogy, Wilder floored Fury four times but the Mancunian got up each time and came back firing.
Speaking about their epic fights during an interview with Foxify, Fury said: “My most formidable opponent was Deontay Wilder. I had three fight with that guy and all three times it could’ve been curtains for me at any single second.
Both men have shown an interest in facing each other for a fourth time down the line and could end up being mandated to do so if Wilder boxes Andy Ruiz Jr next. The WBC has ordered Wilder to face Ruiz Jr in a final eliminator bout for a shot at Fury’s green belt.
However, negotiations recently stalled over the financial side of the deal leading to Wilder splitting with long-time promoter Premier Boxing Champions (PBC). Now, a free agent, the American is fielding offers from elsewhere and is understood to be interested in a crossover clash with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.
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