Tyson Fury has sent advice the way of his rival Deontay Wilder following the American’s return to the ring.
The two heavyweights shared three fights together, the first a controversial draw before Fury snatched the WBC title from Wilder in the second instalment via knockout and ended the third the same way to retain the belt.
Since then, the American knockout artist has not found his famous destructive form outside of a quick stoppage over Robert Helenius. Wilder was beaten by Joseph Parker on points and then finished by Zhilei Zhang, leading to a year of inactivity.
The 39-year-old returned this month against countryman Tyrell Herndon in a fight in which he was set up to win convincingly. After seven rounds and two knockdowns, referee Ray Corona stepped in and waved it off in Wilder’s favour.
Despite a 43rd stoppage on his record many were unconvinced by the performance. That includes Fury, who told assorted media last week that he wants to soo his old foe retire.
“I didn’t see the full fight cause it was on at ridiculous hours in the morning, but I did see a clip on Instagram. I think IFL put a video out and I said please stop this man from his self. He’s a shadow of his former glory.
“I know it’s hard to hear that, but at 40 years old, the three fights with me done him. Completely ended his career. I know everyone’s got his own reasons and everyone’s entitled to do what they want, but it’s sad to see really.”
Wilder seems to have no intentions of hanging up the gloves, stating post-fight that he was looking to compete again before the end of the year before chasing big fights in 2026. The biggest money option remains Anthony Joshua, who himself is set for a rebuild.