DEONTAY WILDER tweeted for the first time this year - hinting that he will return to boxing.
After his KO loss to Tyson Fury in October's trilogy fight, the American admitted that he was contemplating retirement.
Deontay Wilder is yet to announce if he will be returning to boxing
This ended the bitter rivalry between heavyweights - Fury won two of them and drew the third.
After admitting that he had achieved all his goals, the Bronze Bomber is said to be looking at whether or not he wants to continue with the sport.
However, there is no sign that he has made a decision on his next move.
Wilder's 2022 first tweet suggested that a return to the squared-circle has not been ruled out.
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The 36-year old posted, "We are stronger TOGETHER than in the eyes of Satan."
"What is understood doesn't need to be explained." BombZquad #TilThisDay
Wilder may not be ready to put on the gloves yet, but Malik Scott, his coach, was.
It was a disappointing return to squared circle for the Philadelphia fighter.
Get a PS10 Bonus with 100 Games to Play and No Deposit RequiredAfter six rounds in Belarus, he failed to win against Kharitonov and was defeated by unanimous decision.
Both fighters were on the floor during the fight. However, Kharitonov was the one who raised his hand after the fight went to the judges.
Scott, 41, hadn't laced up since November 2016, when he lost to Luis Ortiz.
Wilder, however, praised his coach but hinted at a loss in robbery.
On Instagram, he wrote: "Congratulations bro @malikkingscott on your victory. We all know what's up so blessing God.
"Now, get your wild side on this side. I love you bro."