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Former WBC heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder has hinted at a potential career change as discussions for a highly anticipated Anthony Joshua bout hit a roadblock. While a super-fight with Joshua remains uncertain, Wilder has expressed interest in crossing over to the world of mixed martial arts (MMA).
Wilder Considers a Move to MMA
In an interview with Blue Blood Sports TV, Wilder revealed his thoughts on pursuing both UFC and boxing simultaneously. He believes that participating in both sports would keep his competitive spirit alive and showcase his skill set.
Wilder said, "I'll be a dangerous man in the UFC, bro. With those four-ounce gloves? I broke the f***ing hitting bag machine with those four-ounce gloves on. That was some real stuff. I could see myself in [the UFC]. I think I want to tie it to the competitive side of me, wanting to do both."
The 38-year-old former champion expressed his desire to hold titles in both boxing and MMA simultaneously, stating, "I don't think there's anything cooler than being a champion in both. Have the titles at the same time, too."
UFC President Weighs In
While a transition from boxing to MMA is uncommon, UFC president Dana White did not dismiss the idea of Wilder joining the octagon. White acknowledged the intrigue surrounding Wilder's potential move and said, "It's interesting, you know what I mean? You never see this s*** happening; you never see the boxers going, 'I want to come over there and fight in the UFC. So we'll see what happens."
Wild speculation surrounds Wilder's potential transition into MMA, as boxing legends have faced mixed success in the octagon. Nevertheless, fans and pundits alike eagerly await further developments, hoping to witness the crossover of two combat sports.
