Boxing fans across the globe are currently on the edge of their seats, lured by the sweet smell of anticipation. The heavyweight division is stirring with talks of a historic super card, a grand spectacle that could amass a staggering $400 million. Promoter Eddie Hearn recently dropped a bomb in an interview, hinting at a colossal double showdown. As Michael Benson reported, “Eddie Hearn has said it’s his understanding that Deontay Wilder has “pretty much a deal in place” with the Saudis for the Anthony Joshua fight in December. He previously said he’s expecting the Saudis to make their formal offer to AJ this week.”
As if the reports of potential Fury vs Usyk clash for the super card event weren’t intoxicating enough, Hearn also suggested a tantalizing side dish: a Deontay Wilder vs Anthony Joshua bout. If all goes according to plan, the Middle East might just host the most expensive fight night in the history of boxing. But the question remains, is the boxing world ready for such a seismic shift?
Boxing fans weigh in: Diverse reactions to Hearn’s Revelation
Following Hearn’s sensational revelation, boxing enthusiasts were quick to weigh in, presenting a flurry of views that showed the giddiness of the boxing world.
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First up, a boxing commentary account, Dictionary of Isaac Lowe, seized on Hearn’s assertion, pointing the spotlight towards Anthony Joshua. Lowe called out, “So Wilder has agreed, any delay now is on Joshua, remember he said this.” Thus setting the stage, insinuating that the ball now rested in Joshua’s court.
so Wilder has agreed, any delay now is on Joshua
remember he said this
— Dictionary of Isaac Lowe 🥊 (@BoxingETC) May 18, 2023
ARTMANTHEGREAT, a Twitter user, gave voice to the simmering anticipation and frustration felt by fans. He questioned the process of fight confirmations, querying, “Why don’t Eddie just announce the fight when they’re done instead of talking about them.”
Why don’t Eddie just annouce fight when they’re done instead of talking about em
— ARTMANTHEGREAT 🇺🇸🎨 (@ARTMANTHAGREAT) May 18, 2023
Injecting humor into the tense atmosphere, Rob cheekily contrasted a grand Saudi Arabian event against a less glamorous alternative. His jest, “Saudis: here’s $100M and a sold-out stadium. Wilder: no thanks, I’ll fight Steve the parking lot attendant in front of 3k instead,” brought a lighthearted note amidst the suspense.
Saudis: here’s $100M and a sold out stadium.
Wilder: no thanks, I’ll fight Steve the parking lot attendant in front of 3k instead.
— Rob 🍕 (@UsuallyAnn0yed) May 18, 2023
Landon, another boxing enthusiast, echoed the sentiments of many fans, weary of waiting but hopeful for the best. He confessed, “Not really excited about waiting till December. Hope this all works out.”
Not really excited about waiting till December.
Hope this all works out.— Landon 🏴☠️ (@RLJ2DAY) May 18, 2023
Finally, J C’s reaction spoke volumes about the HIGH stakes of the potential bout. He predicted, “Hope AJ is getting paid a lot of cash because as soon as Wilder detonates that right hand Joshua will be asleep on the canvas… Joshua gets sparked out big time by Wilder.”
Hope aj getting paid a lot of cash because as soon as wilder detonates that right hand Joshua will be asleep on the canvas 😴 don't care what anybody says Joshua gets sparked out big time by wilder
— J C (@JC70675305) May 18, 2023
Indeed, each reaction painted a vibrant canvas of the wide array of sentiments within the boxing community as they keenly await more news about this blockbuster event.
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As we revel in the thrill of the wait, we’d love to hear your thoughts. What do you think will be the outcome of these proposed fights? How do you believe these match-ups will shape the future of boxing? Share your predictions in the comments below.