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Boxing · 2026-11-02

Deontay Wilder confirms discussions about potential Murat Gassiev title fight

Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder says his team has communicated with WBA titleholder Murat Gassiev's representatives and that he favors the matchup. Wilder also discussed why a proposed Oleksandr Usyk fight did not progress. No agreement, date or venue has been announced.

Source: BoxingScene / IBA