Deontay Wilder's return to the heavyweight scene has sparked interest in potential matchups. Here are five top competitors who could be lined up to face him next.
Oleksandr Usyk, the Ukrainian heavyweight, has positioned himself as a legitimate contender after schooling Joshua. Usyk's next target is Wilder, as he made his desire clear while attending a recent boxing event.
Ranked as high as third by the WBC and WBO, Sanchez called for a fight with Wilder after teaming up with Goossen. With both fighters in Premier Boxing Champions, a potential showdown is feasible if Wilder is interested.
Joshua's clash with Fury was thwarted by his loss to Usyk and contract issues. A fight against Wilder would be a significant crossroads battle, offering a chance to regain momentum and set up future bouts with Fury or Usyk.
Given Tyson Fury's status as the world's best active heavyweight, it's logical that Deontay Wilder would target him. However, considering their recent encounters, Wilder may opt to secure victories against other opponents before facing the formidable Fury again.
Andy Ruiz Jr., the former champion who defeated Joshua but lost in the rematch, has improved his conditioning and earned wins over Arreola and Ortiz. He is now the No. 2 contender for Fury's WBC belt, catching Wilder's attention.