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BROOKLYN, NY – MARCH 03: Deontay Wilder (gold/black) defeated Luis Ortiz (green/black) ON MARCH 3, 2018, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. (Photo by Edward Diller/Icon Sportswire) BOXING: MAR 03 Wilder v Ortiz PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxRUSxSWExNORxDENxONLY Icon180303034
It is all money matters! Deontay Wilder, the boxer considered one of the best in the Heavyweight division, has recently been in the news for his possible fight against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou has made headlines again today after a piece of information was spread out by talkSport’s boxing editor, Michael Benson. His statement has put one of the most intriguing fights in the weight class, Wilder vs Andy Ruiz Jr, into question.
Michael Benson on Twitter expressed that Deontay Wilder is frustrated with PBC and currently is looking for a new promoter to work with. He shared the news after ESPN’s Mike Coppinger, shared the devastating news on Twitter that Wilder is getting offers from another promoter as the money involved in the Wilder vs Ruiz fight is not good as of now. As per reports, Wilder is unhappy with the money deal for the upcoming Andy Ruiz fight and might split with PBC soon. After the news erupted, it became unsure whether they will fight on the prescribed date. If the news turned into reality, then it will further extend the date of Ruiz vs Wilder, apart from having date clashes with other fights.
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Deontay Wilder’s ‘frustration’ with PBC
Benson wrote on Twitter, “Deontay Wilder is reportedly now fielding offers from promoters for his next fight, with his team bringing up a potential Francis Ngannou clash. It’s claimed there is ‘frustration’ between Wilder and PBC over money for a proposed Andy Ruiz fight”.
‼️ Deontay Wilder is reportedly now fielding offers from promoters for his next fight, with his team bringing up a potential Francis Ngannou clash. It’s claimed there is “frustration” between Wilder and PBC over money for a proposed Andy Ruiz fight. [According to @MikeCoppinger]
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) February 12, 2023
As per previous fights, PBC is responsible for promoting his fights. Now it is understandable from his statement that, it is going to hugely impact both Wilder and Ruiz. Multiple fights get halted due to disputes over the promotions, and Wilder vs Ruiz is the next may be. However, the news has created havoc among the fans, and they are anxious about the post.
Fans pour in mixed reactions
After the news touched millions of fans of both Wilder, and Ruiz, went into the dark. They slammed the boxers and PBC with some mixed reactions.
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Absolutely bollocks, he's being talking Ruiz fight down for months, Wilder like Fury simply don't fancy Ruiz and Uysk. AJ fights tge best and sometimes you win or lose, Wilder and Fury don't tend to want tougher fights consistently
— Darren (@Bofers2142) February 12, 2023
He's the biggest earner on the PBC roster so this spells trouble if he's unhappy. Spence can't get a date either. Tank and Garcia still not over the line..
— KronkStyleKO (@Kreestoph274639) February 12, 2023
Proof that Wilder got carried by Fury and now can’t make the same amount of money on his own 🤣
— 🦁 𝙇𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 𝙄𝙉 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘾𝘼𝙈𝙋 🦁 (@z388z) February 12, 2023
Read more: Despite $50 Million Offer, Deontay Wilder Reveals Why Anthony Joshua Might Never Fight Him
If wilder fights ngannou that’ll tarnish his career. I say current boxers today should just retire. They’re not gonna give us the fights we wanna see anyway so why even waste the time entertaining the idea of it. The ladies are more competitive IMO!
— Bigherk 10 (@Bigherk_10) February 12, 2023
@igwejimmiri Wilder thinks he’s value is $20m but that number only started cus of that DAZN offer. Times have changed, it’s $7m guarantee and you work off the upside. Bet on yourself
— Adam Mohamed (@adamspurs83) February 12, 2023
Hrgovic Vs Ruiz it is then
— 𝙊𝙬𝙚𝙣 (@owen02_) February 12, 2023
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Let's see how the clowns figure out a way to blame Oscar or Bob for this. 🤣🤣🤣
— 🥊True Boxing Kings🥊 (@TrueBoxingKings) February 12, 2023
The funny thing about this post…people in the comments swear they know so much about PBC business from what you see on social media (now you all wants to be an accounting, mangers, promoter, etc). pic.twitter.com/bTFAi0P9id
— Mr. Na-im (@freedomtool4u) February 12, 2023
Notably, on October 22, Wilder came off as a champion, defeating Robert Helenius via knockout. However, there is still something in the bucket that might take the fans from being disappointed, as Wilder and Francis Ngannou might see a face-off in the upcoming days.
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Until then, fans have to wait and watch. What is your take on this? Let us know in the comments.
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