CHARLES MARTIN called out Deontay wilder, claiming that the former WBC heavyweight champion was lacking in 'a lot of areas.
Two times, the American heavyweights met to discuss getting inside the ring in 2020.
Charles Martin called Deontay Wilder
These were overturned when the Bronze Bomber won arbitration, which secured his clash with Tyson Fury.
The Gypsy King beat the 36-year-old and has since suggested that he might retire.
Martin will instead face Luis Ortiz in an IBF eliminator on January 1, as he tries to win the world title picture.
Martin spoke to Sky Sports ahead of the potential fight with Wilder. He said that he was confident of winning because Wilder is lacking certain skills.
Martin, 35 years old, stated that it would have been an excellent opportunity.
"I knew that there was always a chance that things would not go my way, but I prepared mentally.
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Martin said, "He is lacking in many areas. It is very difficult for me to hit. Because I don't just come in straight, you can't hit my flush. I am always strategic."
Martin had also been in discussions to meet Andy Ruiz Jr., an ex-world champion.
However, the Mexican had to have knee surgery in order to end this potential confrontation.
Last time the veteran fought, he was knocked out by Gerald Washington.
