Deontay Wilder, the American heavyweight boxing sensation, has made a bold claim: he believes he could defeat Mike Tyson, even in Tyson’s prime.

Back in 2018, Wilder spoke with TMZ, confidently stating, “Me vs. Tyson in ’86, I’d kick the hell outta that guy.” He elaborated, “Listen, I gotta keep it real. I know people always compare eras, but there’s no era where I’m not No. 1 on Earth.”

Wilder’s confidence extends to his skills. “Nobody has a natural killer instinct like I do,” he declared. “Ain’t nobody could ever knock me out. My hand speed, my reach, my height, my athleticism, my footwork – all that gives me an advantage, it plays a big part.”