On June 1st, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder will step into the ring against Zhilei Zhang. Both boxers have suffered setbacks in their recent matches and are eager to prove themselves. This showdown could be a decisive factor in the continuation of Wilder's career, especially after his loss to Joseph Parker.
Deontay Wilder, hailing from Alabama, is at a significant juncture in his career following his unexpected defeat by Joseph Parker, where he was favored to win. His upcoming strategy against Zhang includes waiting for an error from his opponent to seize advantage. In an interview with Sky Sports, Wilder remarked, “I’m expecting his A-plus game. I like Zhang. Especially for the first half of a fight, he seems like a true killer."
Zhilei Zhang also faced a tough match against Joseph Parker recently where he was dominated during the fight. Known as a hard hitter, Zhang often struggles with maintaining stamina throughout the bout.
Peter Fury, experienced boxing coach and Tyson Fury’s uncle, offered insights on both fighters’ capabilities and vulnerabilities. He told iFL TV, “He (Wilder) will wait for Zhang to throw and miss and he’ll try and get Zhang later on. Or Zhang could come in and make a mistake and get caught.” Fury describes this clash as evenly matched or "50-50," emphasizing the unpredictability of its outcome.
