TYSON FURY, Deontay wilder, and TYSON FURY are ready to go to war for the THIRD consecutive year.
The showdown between the Gypsy King and the Bronze Bomber was originally scheduled for July 24, but was postponed after Fury and other camp members tested positive for Covid-19.
In early 2020, Deontay Wilder was stopped by Tyson Fury
Wilder was defeated by Fury in seven rounds. This defeat marked the beginning of American's career in February 2020.
Since then, neither man has fought and both men have been involved in training camps for longer periods of time.
When is Tyson Fury vs Deontay wilder 3?
- Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury 3 was originally scheduled for July 24, but will now be held onOctober 9.
- Fury vs Wilder 3 will be the main event at around4am BST
- Las Vegas' T-Mobile Arena hosts the event.
Which TV channel and live stream will Tyson Fury face Deontay Wilder on?
- Deontay wilder 3 vs Tyson Fury is most likely to air live on BT Sport Box Office in UK. However, it has yet to be confirmed.
- The event will be broadcast live in the USA on ESPN+ and Fox PPV.
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Who is on the Undercard?
Premier Boxing Champions and Top Rank will promote the event.
This includes the fight of unbeaten heavyweights in Cuba's Frank Sanchez versus Nigeria's EfeAjagba.
Sanchez, a Canelo Alvarez training partner, is being promoted by Top Rank and will use his 18-0 record to beat PBC's Ajagba who stands 15-0.
Robert Helenius will also be rematching Adam Kownacki.
Kownacki, a 32-year-old Polish prospect, was defeated by Helenius, 37 in March 2020.
Jared Anderson, an American star, will be back with a new opponent.
Anderson, 21 years old, is 9-0 and played a major role in Fury's victory against Wilder last season.
He sparred Stateside with the Gypsy King, earning the admiration of the WBC champion.
What did they say?
After Wilder's silence at their press conference, Fury said: "It just shows how weak of an individual he is."
It shows how badly the beating from his last fight affected his emotional and physical well-being.
"I worried about Deontay wilder for quite some time after the defeat that I gave him.
He's clearly doing his thing with his headphones on, and doesn't want any questions answered. I'm here for a fight and to talk to the media - that's what I always do."
