‘Sugar Hill Saved Your Legacy’: Boxing World Gives Brutal Reality Check to Tyson Fury on One Year Anniversary of Deontay Wilder Trilogy

‘The Gypsy King’ Tyson Fury has had his share of iconic opponents. But there is no denying that the ‘Bronze Bomber’ Deontay Wilder will truly remain his favorite. October 9, 2022, marks the one-year anniversary of Fury’s sensational trilogy showdown against Wilder. And he took to social media to share his thoughts about the same. While also wishing Wilder well for his upcoming fight.

Fury faced Wilder for their trilogy fight at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, on October 9, 2021. The duo had faced each other previously in 2018 and 2020. While the first bout ended in a draw, Fury won the second bout by decision.

The bout saw Fury assert more dominance. And went on to win the fight by an 11th-round TKO. In victory, he also retained his WBC and the ring heavyweight titles.

Talking about the fight, Fury recently said, “Hi guys, it’s my anniversary of knocking Wilder out for the third time. A year today we were involved in a very very epic battle. Maybe one of the greatest heavyweight trilogies in the history of boxing. I don’t know, Wilder come up short three times. He was still a worthy opponent.”

He further added, “He fights next week. I wish him luck and send him positivity.”

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However, Fury mentioned that Wilder did not have the same positive outlook. And stated that it was the reason why he lost thrice.

Fans react to the Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder trilogy

Boxing fans were not too happy with Tyson Fury’s comments about the trilogy fight. And a few fans even voiced their opinions about the same.

User @modmarkdugo was quick to mention that Wilder did not lose 3 times. As the first fight had ended in a draw.

But, user @graham121180 counteracted by saying that while it was 2 wins and a draw, fans know that Fury won the 1st fight.

Meanwhile, a few users mentioned that Wilder was the real victor, and went on to call Fury a cheat. In fact, user @BighomieTatum even mentioned his trainer Sugar Hill Steward saved his legacy by taking him under his wing.

But another user felt that Wilder will always lose to Fury.

User @brokehomiebyke mentioned that Wilder was able to knock Fury down, despite starting boxing at a relatively later age.

However, user @jackfurlongg wished to shed light on another issue. He was confused as to why Fury changed his mind on a very regular basis.

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