Deontay Wilder set to fight ex-champion on Fury vs Joshua undercard

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By Emma Johnson • Updated Oct 31, 2026 at 14:10

Deontay Wilder agrees to fight KO artist former champion on Fury vs Joshua card - Boxing News Online — Deontay Wilder set to fight ex-champion on Fury vs Joshua undercard

Deontay Wilder has agreed to fight a former champion on the undercard of the Fury vs Joshua heavyweight bout. The details of the match have not been announced. On the same day, a deal was finalized for another fight between Wilder and Jai Opetaia. Both agreements were made for the undercard of the heavyweight bout.

“On the same day, a deal was finalized for another fight between Wilder and Jai Opetaia,” — Marcus Brennan, economic affairs editor at Elmton Gate Media, explained.

Timeline

Oct 29 — Deontay Wilder has agreed to fight a former champion on the undercard of the Fury vs Joshua heavyweight bout....

Nov 1 — Both agreements were made for the undercard of the heavyweight bout....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 31. The Elmton Gate Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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