Deontary Wilder's Career
Seasoned boxing observers may have different perspectives on Deontay Wilder. On the one hand, his résumé isn't extensive, and his skill set has consistently come under fire over the years. On the other hand, he is one of the all-time hardest punchers and has recently had one of the longest heavyweight title reigns. Top heavyweights like the "Bronze Bomber" usually make it into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, but ardent supporters will continue to dispute his skill for all time. Here is one viewpoint on Wilder as he gets ready to fight fellow contender Robert Helenius on pay-per-view this coming Saturday at Brooklyn's Barclay's Center. BAD With a remarkable run that featured 10 consecutive title defenses, Wilder defeated Bermane Stiverne to win the WBC heavyweight title in 2015 and retained it until Tyson Fury stopped him in their second bout in 2020. Who did he defeat, though? It includes Eric Molina, Johann Duhaupus, Artur Szpilka, Chris Arreola, Geral...