“You Never See This S**t Happening”: Dana White Skeptical About Deontay Wilder in MMA Amid Nate Diaz Fight Talks

Dana White recently expressed surprise at Deontay Wilder‘s expressed interest in crossing over from the boxing ring to the octagon. With things underway, talk of MMA champ  Nate Diaz,  expressing serious interest and challenging Wilder to sign a contract is doing rounds.

Weighing on this potential crossover, the UFC president remarked that this never really happens.  White noted that typically, it’s UFC champions who venture into the realm of boxing, not the other way around.

Deontay Wilder wants to make an unusual jump;  Dana White reacts

Wilder, known for his formidable career in professional boxing, has ignited speculation about a potential shift to mixed martial arts. White, while acknowledging Wilder’s prowess in the boxing realm, seemed skeptical about the transition. Moreover, there’s the diverse skill set required in the UFC. “You never see this sh*t happening. You never see the boxers going oh I wanna come over there and fight in the UFC.“

The UFC president weighed in on this potential crossover, emphasizing the rarity of such occurrences.

The UFC has witnessed crossover events before, with Conor McGregor notably making the jump from MMA to boxing against Floyd Mayweather Jr, and most recently Ntgannou getting into the ring with Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury. However, the reverse journey is less common, making Wilder’s expressed interest a noteworthy development in combat sports.

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Will Wilder vs Ngannou happen?

Being recognized as one of the most powerful punchers in the history of boxing, Deontay Wilder is looking to get his boxing career back on track after losing two out of three fights against Tyson Fury. Despite a knockout victory against Robert Helenius in his return, Wilder is currently without a championship belt. It’s been nearly a year since he last entered the boxing ring, but he’s contemplating the possibility of competing inside the octagon.

Francis Ngannou, a formidable heavyweight who recently transitioned from the UFC to the PFL, has caught Wilder’s attention. Ngannou has hinted at potential fights with renowned heavyweight boxers. Despite Wilder’s recent setbacks, a showdown with Ngannou could be a pivotal moment in his career. In an interview with The Sun, Wilder expressed enthusiasm about the prospect of facing Ngannou. He stated that he would love to venture into the MMA, and with Ngannou having a cross-over, he can also have a showdown with him in the squared circle. Furthermore, he added that it would be interesting for fans as well. It would add an extra layer of intrigue due to how a boxer crossing over is unusual.

Whatever is said and done, one thing is a hundred percent true. Fans from the combat sports world would eat up this cross-over probability. It undoubtedly adds high anticipation, which will leave spectators at the edge of their seats.

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