Boxing legend Lennox Lewis, a man who knows a thing or two about the sweet science, is urging Deontay Wilder to retire. It's a tough call, but Lewis, having been there and done that, believes it's time for 'The Bronze Bomber' to hang up his gloves.
Lewis, who dominated the heavyweight division in the 1990s, including a memorable victory over Evander Holyfield, knows the exact moment to step away. He retired in the early 2000s with an impressive record of 41 wins from 44 fights, having conquered every opponent he faced.
Now, Lewis is offering his seasoned perspective on Wilder's situation. Following Wilder's recent knockout loss to Zhilei Zhang, Lewis took to social media to share his thoughts. He believes Wilder should retire, especially considering Wilder himself stated he would retire if he lost the fight.
Lewis's advice is rooted in concern for Wilder's well-being. He highlighted the importance of preserving one's health and cognitive abilities for life after boxing. He emphasized that Wilder has already built a life for himself and his daughter, and it's best to leave the sport with his faculties intact.
Wilder, who once reigned as the WBC heavyweight champion for five years and made 10 successful defenses, has faced a string of tough losses. He suffered two defeats to Tyson Fury and a points loss to Joseph Parker before the recent knockout by Zhang in June 2024.
But here's where it gets controversial... Wilder did manage a win against Tyrrell Herndon earlier this year. Does this single victory change the equation?
And this is the part most people miss... Lewis's perspective comes from experience. He understands the toll boxing takes, both physically and mentally.
What do you think? Is Lewis right? Should Wilder retire to protect his long-term health, or does he still have something to prove in the ring? Share your thoughts in the comments!
