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Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder

Boxing rivalry

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The boxing rivalry between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder is one of the most notable in recent history, marked by a trilogy of intense and dramatic fights. Their first encounter on December 1, 2018, ended in a split draw, with Fury miraculously rising from a knockdown in the 12th round. This fight set the stage for a series of battles that would test both fighters' physical and mental limits. The subsequent fights, on February 22, 2020, and October 9, 2021, showcased Fury's technical superiority and Wilder's formidable punching power. Fury dominated the second fight, stopping Wilder in the seventh round, while the third fight was a thrilling knockout victory for Fury in the 11th round. These matches are remembered for their intensity and the fighters' resilience, cementing their rivalry as one of the greatest in boxing history.