“He Did Have Something In His Gloves”: Using Francis Ngannou Fight as an Example, Deontay Wilder Makes Serious Allegations Against Tyson Fury

Deontay Wilder has reignited the accusations of cheating against WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. The fighter’s claims come with the heavy criticism that has ensued in light of Fury’s recent fight. On the 28th of October, Fury went against MMA fame, Francis Ngannou, in a boxing exhibition of sorts.

In his maiden boxing fight, the Cameroonian fighter gave lethal responses to every heavy jab that Fury sent his way. In light of this fight, the boxing community has channeled its fire toward Fury as he’s a world champion who fought someone who’s never boxed before, only to win the matchup through a split decision. Such criticism has now provided ample space for Deontay Wilder to further his allegations against ‘The Gypsy King.’

“Maybe he did cheat,” Deontay Wilder hits back at the WBC champ

In a recent conversation with Blue Blood Sports TV, ‘The Bronze Bomber’ came down heavy at Fury for his performance against Ngannou. The 38-year-old fighter declared that he was sure that Fury could not have won against him in their trilogy fight without cheating. He backed his accusations with the fashion in which Fury registered his victory over Ngannou. He said, “Maybe he did cheat, maybe he did have something in his gloves. All these things are coming up now. Everybody’s saying he lost.” 

Debutante boxer, Ngannou, came with all the acumen he had accumulated against Tyson Fury. While the latter tried his best to retain his dominance in the ring, ‘The Predator’ managed to flip predictions that saw him as the underdog. His punches were so powerful that he even knocked down Fury in the third round. After the ten rounds had elapsed, a popular sentiment emerged that questioned all of the victories the unbeaten champ Tyson had registered in his career.

What went down between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury?

The trilogy of fights between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder has been a thrilling saga in the world of professional boxing. Each bout showcased the contrasting styles and resilience of the heavyweight titans. The first encounter took place on December 1, 2018, in Los Angeles. Wilder, known for his devastating punching power, knocked Fury down in the ninth and twelfth rounds. However, the Gypsy King displayed remarkable resilience through these brutal knockdowns. The fight ultimately ended in a controversial split draw.

Their second clash of February 2020 saw Fury enter the ring in phenomenal shape. The dominating performance by Fury ultimately overwhelmed Wilder. With precise combinations and power punches in the seventh round, Wilder’s corner had to throw in the towel, conceding defeat. Fury walked out that night with the WBC heavyweight title victory.

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Then came the anticipated third bout. Fury continued his aggressive approach, while Wilder, with new trainer Malik Scott, aimed to refine his strategy beyond relying solely on his knockout power. Fury landed precise punches and evaded Wilder’s attempts with his exceptional defense. Fury’s relentless pressure fazed Wilder. A devastating combination of punches from Fury in the eighth round prompted the referee to stop the fight. Fury was ultimately the winner by TKO.

Through these fights, the dynamism of the heavyweight division came through. While Wilder’s power was undeniable, Fury’s boxing IQ pushed through. With the trilogy settled, Fury emerged as the WBC heavyweight champion and solidified his status as one of the greatest heavyweights in modern boxing history. At the end of this trilogy fight began a rivalry that still persists till today.

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