Deontay Wilder Calls Out Anthony Joshua After Beating Chisora at The O2

Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora by split decision at The O2 Arena.

The fight represented Chisora's expected final professional bout.

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Wilder immediately called out Anthony Joshua, who was ringside.

Joshua was making his first public appearance since a fatal car crash that claimed two of his friends.

Wilder walked past Joshua to fist bump and say, Let's do it.

The exchange electrified the crowd and ignited speculation about a showdown between two heavyweights.

Wilder said: Now let's get it on.

He declared himself ready for anyone in the division.

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Wilder sustained a broken hand and possible rib in the fight.

Joshua has also faced challenges returning from injury and trauma.

The Wilder-Joshua matchup has loomed for more than a decade.

“Deontay Wilder has raised the possibility of a fight with Anthony Joshua, telling the Briton "let's do it" following the American's points victory over Derek Chisora”

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Neither currently holds a world title.

Promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed discussions were underway.

The fight adds a new chapter to a historic rivalry.