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Deontay Wilder has hinted that he could retire from professional boxing following his unanimous decision loss to Joseph Parker, although he has also claimed he could still have “a little bit left”.
There were rumors this week that the American had signed a two-fight deal to step into the ring with Anthony Joshua next year, but Wilder remained tight-lipped about his future plans, claiming: “We'll see what happens.”
“We still have a little bit left, but I managed my money great,” he told DAZN Sports after the fight.
On whether a potential fight against Anthony Joshua could have been a distraction, he added: “A little bit.” There was a lot of talk about a lot of things. We don't make excuses. We will be back definitely.
“We still have a little bit more left.” I've done a great job managing my money and investing. I am a happy fighter. I'll be back soon and if not, it was a pleasure.
Deontay Wilder has hinted he may retire from professional boxing following his loss to Joseph Parker
Wilder claimed: “We'll see what happens,” before claiming: “I've found a lot of peace and happiness in my life.”
Parker secured his fourth win in a row, his last loss coming in 2022 against Joe Joyce
The fight was decided 118-111, 118-110 and 120-108 in Parker's favor, with Wilder now suffering the third defeat of his career.
The 38-year-old American, who now holds a record of 43-3-1, added that while he may return to the ring, he is happy with what he has accomplished in his life.
“I have found a lot of peace and happiness in my life,” he said.
“I wore that smile all week. I am blessed. I gave everything I have. “You can’t give up or give up, you have to keep going.”
His long-time rival Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, will face Otto Wallin next on the Day of Reckoning card, but many had predicted the Brit would face Wilder next year.
Rumors circulated that they had agreed to “a two-fight deal” to end six years of failed negotiations.
Eddie Hearn had said before the fight that if neither fighter won they might not meet in 2024, and he added after the fight that it might have scuppered their plans for next year.
There has been much talk of Wilder facing Anthony Joshua in 2024, with reports suggesting they had signed a two-fight deal
And Eddie Hearn admitted Wilder's defeat to Parker had “destroyed our plans”.
“I said beforehand that I didn’t rate him,” Hearn told TNT Sports.
“Wilder had no idea, no idea. He lost every round. He held up his hand and announced to the referees that he had won the fight. He's not right. That's the reality.
“It was the most one-sided heavyweight fight I've ever seen.” It ruined our plans. “We need to let Anthony Joshua know that Wilder lost to Parker.”
He added: 'We have to win this fight.' And after that I'm nervous.'