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Deontay Wilder's boxing career took a massive hit after suffering a surprise points loss to Joseph Parker, with many fans pointing the finger at Tyson Fury.
Classic Trilogies and Costly Defeats
Wilder and Fury engaged in one of the most memorable trilogies in the heavyweight division's history. However, Wilder's record against Fury stands at a draw and two stoppage losses, with the British boxer knocking him down five times throughout the three bouts.
Ring Rust and Low Accuracy
Before his fight against Parker in Saudi Arabia, Wilder had only one round of boxing in 14 months. This lack of action showed, as he landed just 39 shots out of the 204 he threw, resulting in a poor accuracy rate of 19.1%. In comparison, Parker had a success rate of 34.9% with 89 shots landed from the 255 he threw.
Drastic Drop in Punch Output
Wilder's average punch output per round heading into the fight was 12. However, on the night of the bout, he averaged a mere three punches per round, raising concerns about his performance and conditioning.
Judges' Verdict and Lost Opportunity
With such a lackluster display, it came as no surprise when the judges unanimously declared Parker the winner. This defeat also had significant consequences for Wilder, as it cost him a lucrative nine-figure fight deal with Anthony Joshua.
Fury's Impact and Fans' Reactions
Fans were quick to attribute Wilder's decline to Tyson Fury, with some claiming that the British boxer had taken away the American's best days. Social media was flooded with comments suggesting that Fury had ruined Wilder's career and broken his spirit.
It remains to be seen how Wilder will bounce back from this defeat and if he can regain his former glory in the ring.
