Genuine concerns have begun to grow around Deontay Wilder following a series of raw and unfiltered interviews during his current visit to the UK ahead of a potential fight with Derek Chisora.
What should have been a routine promotional tour turned into another chapter in a saga that has followed the former WBC heavyweight champion since Tyson Fury dealt him the first defeat of his career.
World Boxing News has documented the evolution of Wilder’s comments and behavior in several interviews since the devastating defeat, and the latest appearances have once again put the spotlight on the Alabama boxer himself.
Simon Jordan strike
The most evident flashpoint occurred during Wilder’s appearance on talkSPORT with Simon Jordan.
When Fury’s name was mentioned in the interview, Wilder immediately shut down the discussion.
“I won’t talk about him. We won’t talk about him at all,” Wilder said.
As the conversation escalated, Wilder doubled down on his statement.
“You can say whatever you want. I know the truth. I know the facts.”
Moments later, the former champion stood up and left the studio, abruptly ending the interview. The confrontation quickly spread online and contributed to the backlash against Wilder’s UK tour following Simon Jordan’s departure on talkSPORT.
Interview with Piers Morgan
Just a few weeks later, Wilder went viral again during an appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored.
During the interview, he shared a drastic personal story related to his ex-partner and the conception of his first child.
“I tried to wipe it off but she hit my hand so strenuous and ran into the bathroom,” Wilder said, before claiming she later became impregnated with his sperm.
The moment clearly stunned Morgan and quickly spread across social media.
Piers Morgan uncensored
Personal trauma
Wilder, who now goes by the moniker “King God’s Army,” also revealed very personal details about his upbringing, including the murder of his brother.
The reveal added another emotional layer to a series of interviews that often felt less like standard fight promotion and more like raw reflections on the experiences that shaped his life before boxing made him renowned.
Pattern from Furia
For supporters of Wilder’s career, none of this came alone.
Wilder, once feared as the toughest puncher in heavyweight boxing, now finds that his interviews attract as much attention as his fights.
World Boxing News has chronicled the Alabama boxer’s many unusual comments since Fury stopped him in his second fight of 2020, a defeat that ended Wilder’s long reign as the WBC heavyweight champion.
In recent years, Wilder has spoken openly about how the experiences have influenced his outlook on life, which he touched on, revealing claims of hallucinogenic visions and accusations that he was lied to.
He later alluded to his time away from the sport, discussing a psychoactive brew he believed could impact his future, prompting widespread reaction among boxing supporters.
Wilder also sparked debate with surreal reflections on the existence of a child before birth, including comments about conception that became widely circulated after the bizarre “womb” explanation was revealed.
The repeated interviews eventually prompted fans to openly question his behavior and urge him to withdraw from social media altogether, with some calling for someone to take control of his phone.
Others began to wonder whether mentally the former champion was still the same person after his defeats against Furia, and this topic is gaining popularity to this day.
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The fight with Chisora is coming up
This all comes as Wilder tries to revive his career in a proposed fight against British veteran Derek Chisora.
The fight was being discussed as part of Wilder’s return from losses to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, which forced the former champion to look for a way back to the heavyweight scene.
A still victory over Tyrrell Herndon last summer gave Wilder a chance to move up, but even then he failed to capitalize on the opportunity and was once again sidelined for almost a year.
Now on Saturday evening he will face Chisora, who remains one of the most strong and expressive British heavyweights. “WAR” is a veteran known for his willingness to exchange blows and take on prestigious fights regardless of the risk.
However, judging by the reaction to Wilder’s recent activity, attention has turned away from the fight itself.
Instead, attention has returned to the unpredictable comments and revelations that have surrounded Wilder since Fury suffered the most devastating defeat of his career.
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Hall of Famer Tim Bradley doesn’t expect Terence Crawford to fight again, and he believes the decision has less to do with motivation than with the physical toll of a long career.
Asked whether he thinks Crawford will return to the ring, Bradley gave a definitive answer, saying the former four-division world champion has likely fought his last bout.
“I think Bud’s done,” Bradley said to Boxing News. “I think injuries. It’s not that he don’t want to do it. It’s just the fact that probably he can’t do it because he has these undisclosed injuries that are constantly probably bothering him.”
Crawford, 38, has not fought since his September 2025 victory over Canelo Alvarez, a win that cemented his legacy as one of boxing’s all-time greats. While fans have continued to speculate about another comeback, Bradley believes Crawford has already accomplished everything he set out to achieve.
Bradley says financial security is another major reason a return appears unlikely.
“I feel like Bud has done enough, made enough money and invested his money very well to where he doesn’t need to come back and fight,” Bradley said. “Most of the time guys that come back they need money. Bud doesn’t need money.”
Bradley added that Crawford is enjoying life outside the ring, traveling with his family and pursuing other ventures rather than chasing one final payday.
“I think he’s happy and content with what he’s done in the sport. I don’t see him coming back,” Bradley said before calling Crawford “the king of this generation.”
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Hall of Fame trainer Buddy McGirt believes Diego Pacheco has only scratched the surface of his potential, saying the unbeaten super middleweight possesses “untouched talent” as he prepares for Saturday night’s fight against veteran Immanuwel Aleem on DAZN.
McGirt, who recently joined Pacheco’s team, said the 25-year-old reminds him of former two-division world champion Vernon Forrest because of how naturally certain skills come to him.
“Honestly, he has untouched talent,” McGirt said to the Boxing Mob. “He knows he’s good, but he doesn’t realize how good he is and could be.
“He does things sometimes that remind me of Vernon Forrest. When I say, ‘Okay, do that again,’ Vernon used to look at me like, ‘What the hell did I just do?’ He’s kind of the same way. I say, ‘Do that move again,’ and he’s like, ‘What did I just do?’ It’s just so natural. The key now is to sharpen it up and improve each fight.”
Pacheco (25-0, 18 KOs) will face Aleem at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, in what will be McGirt’s first fight working his corner. Although Aleem is viewed as a step below the elite contenders at 168 pounds, McGirt isn’t taking the assignment lightly.
“At this stage of the game, anybody’s a high risk,” McGirt said. “The key is just to prepare for any and everything and be ready for whatever he brings to the table.”
Saturday’s fight comes at an important point in Pacheco’s career. While he remained unbeaten with a decision over Kevin Lele Sadjo in his last outing, the performance drew criticism after he spent long stretches holding to neutralize Sadjo’s pressure. Instead of strengthening his standing among the division’s top contenders, the fight raised questions about whether he is ready for the elite names at super middleweight.
McGirt clearly believes those doubts overlook Pacheco’s natural ability. Now the challenge is turning that talent into the type of complete performance that restores confidence in his long-term championship potential.
A convincing win over Aleem would mark a strong start to the McGirt-Pacheco partnership. Another laborious performance would likely keep the spotlight on the questions that surfaced after the Sadjo fight.
Robert Segal is a boxing journalist at Boxing News 24 with more than a decade of experience covering fight news, previews, and analysis. Known for his straightforward reporting and ringside perspective, he delivers authoritative coverage of champions, contenders, and emerging talent worldwide.
Hall of Fame trainer Buddy McGirt believes Diego Pacheco has only scratched the surface of his potential, saying the unbeaten super middleweight possesses “untouched talent” as he prepares for Saturday night’s fight against veteran Immanuwel Aleem on DAZN.
McGirt, who recently joined Pacheco’s team, said the 25-year-old reminds him of former two-division world champion Vernon Forrest because of how naturally certain skills come to him.
“Honestly, he has untouched talent,” McGirt said to the Boxing Mob. “He knows he’s good, but he doesn’t realize how good he is and could be.
“He does things sometimes that remind me of Vernon Forrest. When I say, ‘Okay, do that again,’ Vernon used to look at me like, ‘What the hell did I just do?’ He’s kind of the same way. I say, ‘Do that move again,’ and he’s like, ‘What did I just do?’ It’s just so natural. The key now is to sharpen it up and improve each fight.”
Pacheco (25-0, 18 KOs) will face Aleem at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, in what will be McGirt’s first fight working his corner. Although Aleem is viewed as a step below the elite contenders at 168 pounds, McGirt isn’t taking the assignment lightly.
“At this stage of the game, anybody’s a high risk,” McGirt said. “The key is just to prepare for any and everything and be ready for whatever he brings to the table.”
Saturday’s fight comes at an important point in Pacheco’s career. While he remained unbeaten with a decision over Kevin Lele Sadjo in his last outing, the performance drew criticism after he spent long stretches holding to neutralize Sadjo’s pressure. Instead of strengthening his standing among the division’s top contenders, the fight raised questions about whether he is ready for the elite names at super middleweight.
McGirt clearly believes those doubts overlook Pacheco’s natural ability. Now the challenge is turning that talent into the type of complete performance that restores confidence in his long-term championship potential.
A convincing win over Aleem would mark a strong start to the McGirt-Pacheco partnership. Another laborious performance would likely keep the spotlight on the questions that surfaced after the Sadjo fight.
Robert Segal is a boxing journalist at Boxing News 24 with more than a decade of experience covering fight news, previews, and analysis. Known for his straightforward reporting and ringside perspective, he delivers authoritative coverage of champions, contenders, and emerging talent worldwide.
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