Tuscaloosa to hold parade for Deontay Wilder
Starting at 2 p.m. this Saturday, the city of Tuscaloosa, Ala. will host a parade and celebration for WBC heavyweight titlist Deontay Wilder.
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Wladimir Klitschko on Deontay Wilder: ‘I’m glad that he won’
Although RING heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko didn’t see the bout, he says he’s glad Deontay Wilder won the WBC title from Bermane Stiverne.
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Deontay Wilder-Bermane Stiverne draws high ratings for Showtime
Deontay Wilder’s WBC heavyweight title-winning decision over Bermane Stiverne generated record ratings for Showtime, the network announced. The main event of the three-fight card captured an average audience of 1.24 million viewers, the network’s fourth-highest rated fight ever.
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Deontay Wilder of his ‘prophecy’: ‘All of this was meant to be’
Reflecting on his big win over Bermane Stiverne on Saturday, newly-minted WBC heavyweight titlist Deontay Wilder says his prophecy has been fulfilled.
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Christian Hammer: ‘Tyson Fury made a big, big mistake’
Although WBO heavyweight title mandatory challenger Tyson Fury has agreed to a fight with Christian Hammer on Feb. 28, Hammer says the undefeated Fury is making a big mistake.
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Klitschko’s camp says fight is on; Jennings’ side says not yet
Although RING heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko’s camp says a defense against Bryant Jennings is on for April 25, Jennings’ side says they haven’t yet received a contract.
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Stiverne released from hospital after being treated for dehydration
Former WBC heavyweight titlist Bermane Stiverne was released from a Las Vegas hospital on Monday after being treated for dehydration, according to promoter Don King.
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Ring Ratings Update: Deontay Wilder advances in heavyweight rankings
The WBC heavyweight title bout between Bermane Stiverne and Deontay Wilder surprised fans because it went the distance. Most thought it would end in a KO, as both fighters are known for their power, but Wilder won a lopsided decision. So where does he rank now?
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Evander Holyfield, George Foreman see high potential in Deontay Wilder
Former heavyweight champions George Foreman and Evander Holyfield provide their assessments of Deontay Wilder, the new WBC world titleholder, following his victory over Bermane Stiverne.
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The start of 2015 breathes new life into boxing
With Floyd Mayweather Jr. being so close to signing to face Manny Pacquiao, a new American heavyweight titlist in Deontay Wilder and a free TV deal with NBC, there’s much to be excited about in boxing in 2015.
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