Wilder vs Fury 2

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Lee Cleveland Updated December 10, 2019

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Heavyweight

Record: KO: KO Pct: Age: Height: Weight: Reach: Stance: Nationality: Titles:

Deontay Wilder 42 -0 -1 41 95% 201cm/6 feet 7" - 211cm/83" orthodox USA WBC

Tyson Fury 29 -0 -1 20 67% 206cm/6 feet 9" - 216cm/85" orthodox United Kingdom -

WBC Heavyweight Title

Wilder vs Fury 2 Date, Location and Broadcast

February 22, 2020
MGM Grand Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV, USA

Showtime PPV

Wilder vs Fury 2 Stats, Facts & Fight PursesWilder vs Fury 2 Stats, Facts & Fight Purses

RING Magazine Title
There are rumors Wilder vs Fury 2 will be contested for the prestigious RING Magazine heavyweight title (in addition to Wilder's WBC strap). If it's true, the winner will be the real and legitimate lineal heavyweight champion, joining the bloodline of predecessors such as Jack Dempsey, Rocky Marciano, Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson Evander Holyfield and Wladimir Klitschko.
Fury vs Wilder 2 purses
For their first bout in December 2018, Wilder had a guaranteed base purse of $4 million and Fury took home a guaranteed purse of $3 million. That fight generated 325,000 PPV buys in the United States at $74.99 and 420,000 in the United Kingdom so it's likely both fighters got a purse boost after receiving their percentages from pay-per-view revenue.

We speculate Wilder received $9-$12 Million and Fury $6.75-8.75 Million.

For the rematch in February, it's rumored the purse split will be 50-50. And should they fight a third time, it's believed (although not confirmed by us) the purse will be split 60/40 for the winner/loser.

Our conservative projection is that both fighters will earn between $13 and $15 Million for the rematch after all of the PPV revenue is dispensed. That would give Deontay an uptick of several million and, perhaps, close to double Fury's purse from the first fight.

Despite Wilder's recent displays of freakish punching power inside the ring, it'll be Fury's antics, charisma and backstory outside the ring that will give Fury vs Wilder 2 its biggest PPV boost.
Who has the edge in the ring?
Although their first encounter was a fun, competitive fight, most seemed to think Fury had done enough to win. He moved and boxed well and had Wilder missing consistently. However, he was floored twice and Wilder needed both knockdowns to earn a draw and retain his title.

Deontay Wilder - Last 6 fights

Won KO 7 Luis Ortiz
Nov 23, 2019
Wilder vs Ortiz 2

Won KO 1 Dominic Breazeale
May 18, 2019
Highlights

Draw SD 12 Tyson Fury
Dec 1, 2018

Won TKO 10 Luis Ortiz
Mar 3, 2018
Highlights

Won KO 1 Bermane Stiverne
Nov 4, 2017

Won TKO 5 Gerald Washington
Feb 25, 2017

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Tyson Fury - Last 6 fights

Won UD 12 Otto Wallin
Sep 14, 2019
Fury vs Wallin

Won TKO 2 Tom Schwarz
Jun 15, 2019
Highlights

Draw 12 Deontay Wilder
Dec 1, 2018
Highlights

Won UD 10 Francesco Pianeta
Aug 18, 2018

Won TKO 4 Sefer Seferi
Jun 9, 2018

Won UD 12 Wladimir Klitschko
Nov 28, 2015
Highlights

Big Questions / Key TakeawaysBig Questions / Key Takeaways

Can Wilder make the adjustments to overcome a) Fury's telephone-pole jab b) right hand from long range and c) combination of overall size and agility (more specifically, Fury's head and foot movement)?
In Fury vs Wilder 1, Deontay missed all night with his big right hand, arguably the most dangerous weapon in the sport. Moreover, Deontay abandoned the jab minutes into the bout and seemed to have no Plan B.

Will Fury be motivated for Wilder vs Fury 2?
In their first fight, Tyson had something to prove. He was not only hungry and determined to re-establish himself as a champion following his 3 1/2 year hiatus, he wanted to prove to himself and others he'd come all the back from dark days marked by excessive drug use and depression.

Since his strong stand against Wilder and subsequent entertaining showcase win over Tom Schwarz, Fury's popularity has surged. He's an international mainstream celebrity now and has even parken in WWE. Will Tyson Fury be as focused and disciplined for the rematch?

How will Fury react if Wilder lands his best shot flush once again?
It's anyone's guess how Tyson picked himself off the canvas in Round 12 of Fury vs Wilder 1. Is Tyson that durable? While Fury knows he's capable of weathering the storm against Wilder, it would be unwise for him to get too brave.

The Onus is still on Fury
Conventional wisdom says there's less room for error for Tyson Fury in this fight. In order to win, he must fight a more perfect fight than Wilder because the latter will be KO threat in every second of every minute of every round.

Patience?
Deontay Wilder is easily one of the hardest punching heavyweight champions in the sport's history. However, there are some opponents he won't be able to KO. Does Wilder have the patience and humility to win on points should that be his best chance to win? Against Luis Ortiz in November 2019, Wilder demonstrated a level of poise and patience we hadn't seen before. Despite losing rounds, he didn't get frustrated or lose his composure.

Why we should expect an ever better Fury in rematch
Given Tyson Fury is back in shape and no seemingly no longer rust worn, we should assume Fury, if still hungry and motivated, will be at least as good as he as in the first fight, and probably better. He'll no longer be coming off two sluggish wins over journeymen.

Location, location
If Wilder vs Fury 2 takes place outside of the UK, Fury will likely enter with an added advantage as both fighters realize Fury nipped Deontay the first time and will likely be a little better in the rematch. And, of course, Tyson is likely to get a little home cooking and get the benefit of the doubt in close rounds should the rematch take place in the UK.

If you're Team Wilder, you're definitely lobbying for the rematch to be in LA again or Las Vegas. Thus far, it seems to be Vegas but we haven't confirmed the location.

Wilder vs Fury 2 Predictions and OddsWilder vs Fury 2 Predictions and Odds

Wilder vs Fury 2 Odds
As of Nov 27, Wilder is a slight underdog

Wilder +105 (21/20)
Fury -125 (4/5)

Hence, a $100 bet on Wilder would pay $105, while you’d have to bet $125 on Fury to earn $100. Prior to their first fight, Wilder was listed at a -170 favorite while Fury was a +140 underdog.

Tyson entered their first bout having had just two tune-ups against fringe opposition since his exodus from the sport and didn't appear to be in top form despite dominating both opponents so it was no surprise Wilder was favored, albeit slightly.

Perceived Methodology
Although their first bout in December was ruled a draw, Fury appeared to befuddle and outbox the aggressive Wilder throughout. And despite two Wilder knockdowns of Fury, many believed Tyson did enough to earn the decision.

Many believe Wilder has no answer for Fury's reach and boxing ability from the outside. Moreover, in their December 2018 affair the Brit demonstrated he can take a good shot. And when Wilder had Fury hurt, the latter fought back well.

Secondly, we saw technical brawler Luis Ortiz win at least 10 of 15 combined full rounds against Deontay in their two fights together. Yes, Wilder won by KO both times but appeared to be getting outboxed in each situation by the slower, less rangy Ortiz.