As Deontay Wilder faces Tyson Fury this October, here’s all you need to know about The Bronze Bomber, his boxing career record, net worth and salary
Ranked as the world’s third-best active heavyweight by BoxRec, The Bronze Bomber Deontay Wilder is all set to seek vengeance on 9th October as he faces Tyson Fury, the only boxer to have defeated him, in the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas. In the meantime, read on to know more about Deontay Wilder, his career, current net worth, fight earnings and biography.
Boxer Deontay Wilder Net Worth 2021, Biography, Salary And Boxing Career Record
Wilder made his professional circuit debut at the age of 23 when he knocked out Ethan Cox in 2003. He then started building up a streak of 25 wins till mid-October 2012 and became the first American heavyweight to win the WBC (World Boxing Council) title, since Hasim Rahman. A bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games had further added to his success.
The Bronze Bomber had a 100% knockout record till Canada’s Bermane Stiverne lasted all twelve rounds against him. However, he Wilder knocked him out in the first round in their rematch. Then a year later, Wilder met his toughest opponent Tyson Fury in his first match which ended in a draw. In their second fight, Fury would beat Wilder to everybody’s shock. The two heavyweights will now meet again on 9th October in Las Vegas.
Deontay Wilder Fight Earnings, Winnings And Salary
Wilder has an estimated net worth of around $40 million and reportedly made $25 million in his 2020 fight against Tyson Fury, despite losing. Forbes listed him as one of the highest-paid athletes at 59 in the same year. His endorsement deals include those with Everlast Boxing and PureCana KBD among many others. In 2019, Pope Francis named Wilder Boxing’s Ambassador for Peace. He also played an active part in the Black Lives Matter movement.
Deontay Wilder Biography, Wife, Instagram
Full Name: Deontay Leshun Wilder
Born: 22nd October, 1985
Age: 35
Hometown: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, U.S.
Partner: Telli Swift
Weight: Heavyweight
Height: 6 ft 7 in (201 cm)
Reach: 83 in (211 cm)
Stance: Orthodox
Total Fights: 44
Wins: 42
Wins by KO: 41
Losses: 1
Draws: 1
Net Worth: $40 million
Twitter: @BronzeBomber
Instagram: @bronzebomber
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