Deontay Wilder Reportedly In Talks To Face Charles Martin

Deontay Wilder is in talks to face Charles Martin in his return to the ring.

After Wilder was TKO’d by Tyson Fury in February, many expected the trilogy to happen. However, Fury is now in talks to face Anthony Joshua and “The Bronze Bomber” is looking to face Martin, according to Chris Mannix.

Charles Martin is 28-2-1 with his first career loss against Anthony Joshua back in 2016. However, Martin is not a top-ranked heavyweight so it is surprising to see him be Wilder’s return opponent.

Wilder’s team also make it clear they still want the trilogy with Tyson Fury.

“We’re going to go for everything we can,” says Finkel. “I’m a realist with what I am up against. We have an agreement. Even if we didn’t have an agreement, we gave Fury two shots. He has made more money than he has ever seen. Deontay was very kind to him while he was going through his mental problems. Forget everything else, morally he should give him his shot.”

According to Finkel, the ideal goal is to get the Fury trilogy. However, if it doesn’t happen, they know they need Wilder to remain active and get some wins back under his belt. So, while Martin is the opponent they are circling, there are several other heavyweights in consideration.

“If we can’t get the Fury fight, Deontay needs to be active,” Finkel said. “If it’s the worst case scenario, we are going to be prepared to get him back in the ring.” 

There is no question Wilder just needs to get a win. If he can get another highlight-reel KO, he can remind everyone he still is a top-ranked heavyweight and can face the winner of Fury-Joshua.

Who do you want Deontay Wilder to face in his first fight since losing to Tyson Fury?