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Just days remain for a huge heavyweight clash when Tyson Fury defends the WBC belt against Deontay wilder. So who will win in this trilogy bout?
Plus, Mike Tyson praises Anthony Joshua following the Briton's defeat against Oleksandr Usyk. Saul 'Canelo'Alvarez refused to rule out a fight between Jake Paul and YouTuber Saul 'Canelo'Alvarez.
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Wilder or Fury?
The first fight ended in a thrilling draw.
The second was a Fury masterclass.
On Saturday night, in Las Vegas two of the most important characters in boxing meet as Fury defends his WBC Heavyweight title against American Wilder.
Even during fight week, mind games continue to be strong
Let's take a look at the possible route to victory for both of these men.
Many people didn't think Fury would face Wilder head-to-head last time around, but it was true.
Wilder was unable to stop the Morecambe fighter's superior technical abilities, which allowed him to pick off his opponent in a seven-round stoppage victory.
Most fight fans are unable to see beyond that win, given the one-sided nature.
Is inactivity going to cost the champion?
Fury's preparations were not perfect.
Before an arbitration ruling ruled that Wilder must fight again, he was all set to face Anthony Joshua in an undisputed British contest.
Fury was later infected with coronavirus, and the trilogy bout was subsequently postponed until July.
It will be one year, seven month and 18 days, respectively, since the men first entered the T-Mobile Arena ring.
Some Fury fans, though in a minority, feel that disruption and inactivity will have a greater impact on Fury than Wilder.
Wilder must go for KO
There is a consensus in boxing that Wilder can only win his title back by winning a knockout.
Although he may not be the best boxer, his 41 stops in 42 wins is proof of his ability.
Wilder defeated Fury twice in the first fight. The second seemed to knock Fury out, and he nearly jumped to his feet.
Roy Jones Jr, a former boxing legend, said that Fury is "one the most skilled guys in the division", but Wilder will be dangerous from the first round of round one through the final round of round 12.
Fury will not be champion until the last bell rings. Jones said that Fury would be champion if the last bell rings.
Mike Tyson, a heavyweight legend, said that Wilder should "go all out for five to six rounds." He added: "If he catches you, you catch them." You can win or lose, so go all out.
Are we going to see more excuses?
Wilder has teamed up with Malik Scott, a new cornerman, and has posted videos of his exhausting training regimen.
He seems driven to prove his doubters wrong.
Some people still don't understand the reaction of Fury to being defeated last year by Alabama man.
Wilder criticized Mark Breland, his assistant trainer, and fired him. Fury later claimed that Fury had glove tampering and then he criticised Wilder. External-link
He even blamed his defeat on the weight and size of his walk-on costume - a bejewelled crown and mask that lit up, paired with a matching cloak.
Tyson's father John Fury told Talksport that Wilder had "let the American people down", making excuses.
He said, "I have great respect for their champions past and present, however, he behaved as a spoilt child who couldn't believe his misfortunes and couldn't accept what was happening to him."
"It made me turn away from him as a man, he's not one."
Wilder is making excuses, but are they getting in too early? He maintained his belief that Fury was guilty of wrongdoing this week, and he believes it will happen again.
"Do you think he won't try to cheat this year?" He asked the question on 78SportsTV.
"Oh, they're thinking. They have a master plan.
Wilder was also being tongue-in-cheek by the former super featherweight world champion.
Wilder was also a fan.
After Oleksandr Usyk defeated Anthony Joshua to win WBO, WBA, and IBF titles, Fury lost his fight against Fury. Britain would be without a world heavyweight champion.
However, he would be able to prove his claim of being the best in all of the world and thus end this rivalry.
"The Bronze Bomber" says he will be wearing an extravagant ring-walk costume, while "The Gypsy King" says he is training to look like Rocky Balboa. Both men predict stoppage wins.
These two will keep you entertained, no matter what the outcome.
Iron Mike praises Joshua
Joshua may still be reeling from the loss to Usyk, but a heavyweight legend has spoken highly of the Briton's reaction to the loss.
Mike Tyson, a former champion, had these words to say
'Never say never' - Alvarez on facing Paul
And finally, YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul may divide opinion, but he's caught the attention of a pound-for-pound star.
Paul has a four-year record of professional boxing victories against Ali Eson Gib, Tyron Woodley and ex-NBA player Nate Robinson.
Paul was the big draw because he has a large following.
That could be enough for superstar Saul Canelo Alvarez to fight Paul, although he has not ruled out a possible future fight.
"You can never say never," Alvarez told Fight Hype.
Paul responded to Alvarez’s comments by imitating the Mexican fighter
Paul isn't the most imaginative trash talker, but he knows how to keep his name in the forefront.
Could he face one of the greatest boxers of our time? This is not the first time you've heard about this subject.
