A former WBC world heavyweight champion Deontay Wester was honored with a statue of life in his hometown of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Since Tyson Fury's October trilogy fight, boxing's most powerful puncher has not fought.
Wilder had previously suggested that he might retire from the sport after the terrible loss.
Wilder will be honored in his hometown on May 25, despite not knowing what his future in boxing looks like.
To celebrate his 44-fight career, a life-sized statue was commissioned.
Wilder responded to local news, confessing that he didn't expect such an honor.
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The 36-year old also hinted at a return to the squared circle by saying that he would "set many records" and even break them.
He stated, "I didn't even expect this."
"That's why God works in mysterious ways.
"I know that I'm going to set many records, and I'm going to break many records along the way.
"But this is right here, God is giving this to me and to my state.
"I can see people coming to Alabama and touring Tuscaloosa looking at the statue.
"This will be something that my children, their kids, and their children's children will enjoy."
"I'm happy with this project and I'm very excited about the future."
Wilder's remarks on a possible return of the ring to Wilder are consistent with statements made by Mauricio Sulaiman, president of WBC.
Sky spoke with Sulaiman about his progress and said that he was looking forward to returning to boxing.
