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Tyson Fury's trainer drops retirement bombshell following win over Deontay Wilder
Harry Kettle - February 24, 2020
Tyson Fury’s trainer Javan “Sugar Hill” Steward has revealed that he’s contemplating retirement after Fury’s win over Deontay Wilder. This past weekend featured one of the greatest heavyweight boxing performances of all-time when Tyson Fury defeated Deontay Wilder via TKO to capture the WBC Heavyweight Championship. Many attributed Fury’s success to his change in approach, deciding to step away from training with long-time coach Ben Davison in favor of working with the aforementioned Sugar Hill Steward.
Floyd Mayweather would rematch Conor McGregor if the money’s right
Adam Martin - February 23, 2020
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather says he is open to a rematch against UFC superstar Conor McGregor provided the money’s right. Mayweather and McGregor first met in the summer of 2017 for a boxing superfight that shattered all sorts of financial records. Though Mayweather totally outclassed McGregor in that fight and finished him via 10th-round TKO, there have always been rumors that a rematch could eventually happen due to the sheer amount of money that is potentially available for both men to make.
Anthony Joshua salutes "gladiators" Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder following Saturday's rematch
Natasha Hooper - February 23, 2020
The current WBA, IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has paid his respects to fellow heavyweight titans, Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury following their anticipated rematch. On Saturday February 22nd, “The Gyspy King” and “The Bronze Bomber” faced off in their blockbuster rematch at the MGM Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Unlike their first contest, which resulted in a draw, Tyson Fury sealed the TKO win in the seventh round this time around.
Deontay Wilder's head coach Jay Deas denies throwing the towel in
Natasha Hooper - February 23, 2020
Deontay Wilder’s corner threw in the towel during the seventh round of his rematch with Tyson Fury on Saturday night, but it was not his head coach Jay Deas who made the toss. Deas revealed that the decision to throw in the towel had come from trainer Mark Breland.
Tyson Fury called out by multiple UFC heavyweights following win over Deontay Wilder
Adam D Martin - February 23, 2020
Multiple UFC heavyweights including champion Stipe Miocic and top contender Francis Ngannou called out Tyson Fury after his win over Deontay Wilder. Fury finished Wilder in the seventh round via TKO on Saturday night in Las Vegas after outclassing him the entire fight in the pair’s rematch after they fought to a draw in December 2018. It’s by far the biggest win of Fury’s career and puts him in a position for another massive fight his next time out.
Joe Rogan reacts after Tyson Fury stops Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas
Christopher Taylor - February 23, 2020
Like many of us, UFC commentator Joe Rogan was blown away by the incredible performance put on by Tyson Fury in tonight’s rematch with Deontay Wilder. After their first encounter ended in a controversial split draw, mainly due to a final round knockdown scored by Wilder, Tyson Fury left no doubt as to who was the better man tonight in Las Vegas.
Trainer says a cut in the ear of Deontay Wilder may have affected his equilibrium
Christopher Taylor - February 22, 2020
Deontay Wilder suffered the first loss of his professional career at the hands of Tyson Fury this evening in Las Vegas. Tonight’s highly anticipated heavyweight showdown served as a rematch, as ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ had previously squared off in December of 2018. That chilly December evening in Los Angeles, Tyson Fury appeared to be cruising to victory until Deontay Wilder floored him with a combination in the final round. Miraculously, the Manchester native was able to get back to his feet and finish the fight. The end result was a controversial split draw which lead to tonight’s eventual rematch.
VIDEO | Tyson Fury licks blood off of Deontay Wilder
Natasha Hooper - February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury lived up to expectation in his eagerly-anticipated rematch against Deontay Wilder. But, what fans couldn’t predict was “The Gyspy King” licking the blood of his opponent in the heat of the boxing action. The British boxer first faced off against “The Bronze Bomber” in 2018. Fury was edging towards a points victory, but a devastating knockdown in the 12th round resulted in a fight draw.
Deontay Wilder reacts to TKO loss against Tyson Fury
Natasha Hooper - February 22, 2020
Tonight Deontay Wilder faced Tyson Fury in a history-defining rematch at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. In their first collision, “The Gypsy King” could have taken the points victory if he hadn’t crashed to the canvas after absorbing a brutal strike from Wilder in the 12th round. The fight ultimately concluded in a draw and both fighters entered their 2020 bout undefeated.
Pros react to Tyson Fury stopping Deontay Wilder in rematch
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury collided once again this evening in Las Vegas for the WBC, Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles. ‘The Gypsy King‘ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ had first met in December of 2018. On that night in Los Angeles, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, the British standout was able to recover and the bout was ultimately ruled a split draw by the judges in attendance.
Tyson Fury stops Deontay Wilder (Video)
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury collide once again this evening in Las Vegas for the WBC, Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles. ‘The Gypsy King‘ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ first met in December of 2018. On that night, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, the British standout was able to recover and the bout was ruled a draw.
Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury 2 Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury are set to throw down again this evening in Las Vegas for the WBC, Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles. ‘The Gypsy King‘ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ first met in December of 2018. On that night, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, the British standout was able to recover and the bout was ruled a draw.
Deontay Wilder sends one final message to Tyson Fury before rematch
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Undefeated heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury will throw down for a second time tonight in Las Vegas, Nevada. The pair first met in December of 2018. That evening in Los Angeles, ‘The Gypsy King’ appeared to be getting the better of ‘The Bronze Bomber’ for the majority of the rounds one through eleven. However, in round twelve Fury was flattened by a Wilder combination and sent crashing to the canvas. Miraculously, the British fighter made it to his feet before the ten count and the fight was allowed to continue. After the conclusion of the final round the judges in attendance ruled the bout a controversial split draw.
Deontay Wilder responds after fan suggests he "stop running from Anthony Joshua"
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Deontay Wilder will square off with Tyson Fury for a second time tonight in what is being billed as one of the biggest fights in boxing history. Fury and Wilder first met in December of 2018. On that night, Fury seemed to win the majority of the rounds, but Wilder scored a devastating 12th-round knockout that looked like it spelled the end for Fury. Miraculously, ‘The Gypsy King’ was able to recover and the bout was ruled a draw.
Adrien Broner was arrested at yesterday’s Wilder vs. Fury 2 weigh-in
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Adrien Broner was arrested and taken away by police during yesterday’s Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury 2 weigh-in at MGM Grand Garden. TMZ Sports was first to report the news and actually caught video of the incident.
Teddy Atlas scolds Tyson Fury for failing to show up in proper form for Deontay Wilder rematch
Chris Taylor - February 22, 2020
Teddy Atlas believes Tyson Fury is not in proper form ahead of his highly anticipated rematch with Deontay Wilder. ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Bronze Bomber’ are set to throw down again this evening in Las Vegas for the WBC, Ring, and Lineal heavyweight titles.
Conor McGregor reacts to NSAC banning Wilder-Fury staredown, suggests solution
Tom Taylor - February 21, 2020
The Nevada State Athletic Commission recently made the decision to ban Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury from squaring off after they weigh in for their Saturday night rematch, evidently wary after the pair got physical at a press conference earlier this week. Former two-division UFC champ Conor McGregor is not on board with this decision. McGregor reacted to this bizarre decision from the NSAC on Twitter. He began by praising the commission for the work it does, but then offered a solution that will allow Wilder and Fury to square off: just beef up security!
NSAC bans weigh-in staredown for Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury rematch
Tom Taylor - February 21, 2020
The Nevada State Athletic Commission isn’t taking any chances when it comes to the upcoming WBC heavyweight title rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. After the pair got physical at a press conference this week, the commission has banned them from partaking in a staredown after they weigh in on Friday evening.