Deontay Wilder vs. Jarrell Miller - Who wins?

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DEONTAY WILDER OPEN TO JARRELL MILLER SHOWDOWN AFTER COMEBACK VICTORY

Deontay Wilder remembers the days when heavyweights were scared to say his name. But even when he was at the top of his game and sending skulls into arena crowds, Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller always wanted a piece of him.

Most of the noise came when Wilder was the WBC heavyweight champion. Since February 2020, however, Wilder has been beltless. Still, that hasn’t stopped Miller from calling him out.

That all continued following Wilder’s recent knockout win over Tyrrell Herndon. It was a win that the former champ needed, but nothing that impressed Miller.

For the most part, Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) believes he has bigger fish to fry. The win over Herndon stopped a two-fight losing streak. Now, he’s hoping to get his hands on guys like Oleksandr Usyk, Daniel Dubois, or, of course, Anthony Joshua.

From a pride standpoint, Wilder is open to fighting Miller. If, and when it does happen, he just hopes that the trash-talking New Yorker took care of some personal financial business ahead of time.

“If that fight do land for him, I hope he already paid for his grave burial,” Wilder told TMZ Sports.

Wilder might be his preferred choice, but all signs point to Miller landing someone else. As first reported by The Ring, Miller could be thrown in with Jared Anderson, who, ironically enough, also shares the same nickname as Miller.

Talks for a Wilder fight will only take place if Miller picks up a win himself. The boisterous, brash contender hasn’t won a fight since early 2023, losing to Dubois at the end of that year before before settling for a majority decision draw against Andy Ruiz Jr in August 2024.

Whether Miller (26-1-2, 22 KOs) wins his possible match against Anderson or not, Wilder has heard enough of him. But the only way to shut him up is to get in the ring with him, something Wilder hopes will happen.

“I can’t wait.”

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There are rumours that Miller will fight Anderson.

[gilgamesh]

A large, slow, hittable guy that would look impressive falling. Probably a good choice for Wilder, albeit a dangerous one because Miller is pretty goddamn big himself, but I think Wilder would probably still have enough to take Miller.

Maybe not though.

I guess Wilder is in a position where he can't just go straight to a big fight though. He has to get at least a couple of half decent wins, and earn one. This probably earns him one if he gets by Miller.

[gregregegg]

Miller is super hit able so if you believe the wilder power hype then it’s a good choice. But if miller takes it then he will absolutely bully wilder.

[joshj909]

What makes more sense is:
Miller vs Anderson
Wilder vs Ruiz
Winners face off if it's not Miller and Ruiz.

[maurerbrian]

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[1683140]

I believe in Deontay 100%. That power is always a game-changer, and when he's focused, no heavyweight can stand in front of him for long.
Slope Game

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JARRELL MILLER UNIMPRESSED BY DEONTAY WILDER'S WINNING RETURN: 'HE LOOKED ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE'

Deontay Wilder is still his own biggest critic. But considering how far he's come in this latest rebuild phase, the former long-reigning heavyweight champion allowed himself some grace following his seventh-round stoppage win over Tyrrell Herndon on June 27.

Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller, on the other hand, didn't give him a break.

"Deontay looked like a bag of wet dog s--t," Miller told Fight Hub TV. "Unfortunately, he did not look like his normal self."

Herndon (24-6, 15 KOs) was a significant step down in competition than what Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) has become accustomed to over the past half-decade. Yet after being soundly beaten at the elite level of late, he clearly needed a softer touch to build confidence.

Consecutive defeats by Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang made Wilder, as well as the rest of the world, realise that his level of opposition needed to be tempered. Yet even against a journeyman who idolised him, Miller wasn't impressed by what he saw.

A portion of the boxing world is ambivalent. Some believe he looked as good as ever while others are convinced he should retire. Miller (26-1-2, 22 KOs) might be on the side of the latter, but that isn't stopping him from wanting to add Wilder to his own resume before then.

Miller wants a chance to prove his hands are as good as his words. First things first, the 36-year-old may have to first get past Jared Anderson (18-1, 15 KOs) before lining up a Wilder fight. Nothing is set in stone yet, though reports suggest discussions are ongoing.

Wilder meanwhile, hopes age really is nothing but a number. Before moving back into fights with the upper echelon at heavyweight, the former WBC titlist wants a few more tune-ups.

Miller, who withdrew from his proposed Fabio Wardley showdown last month through a shoulder injury sustained during training camp, hasn't boxed since pitching a 12-round majority draw against former world champion Andy Ruiz on a Riyadh Season bill in August.

[Perseus]

Miller is super hit able so if you believe the wilder power hype then it’s a good choice. But if miller takes it then he will absolutely bully wilder.

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JARRELL MILLER CALLS FOR DEONTAY WILDER NEXT AFTER PERO VICTORY

Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller likely earned another significant fight after his unanimous decision victory over Lenier Pero in their WBA heavyweight title eliminator.

Miller (28-1-2, 22 KOs) called out numerous heavyweights for his next fight, including Deontay Wilder. The 37-year-old claimed Wilder previously said he didn't want to fight him, but hopes that can change in the future.

“He said a long time ago that he didn’t want to fight “Big Baby,” because I hurt his feelings,” Miller said of the former WBC heavyweight champion post-fight. “If you don’t shut your pie ass up and come fight me, boy.”

Miller’s promoter, Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn, said he views Miller-Wilder as the fight to make.

“When I look at the fights in the division as a promoter, you want a fight with great build-up,” Hearn said. “You want a fight with jeopardy. For me, the American fight is Deontay Wilder against Jarrell Miller. Run it in New York — that’s a serious fight.
“Deontay’s comeback was a good win against Chisora. I think that’s a big fight for American boxing. Deontay Wilder in New York, for me that’s the fight for the American heavyweight scene.”

Wilder (45-4-1, 43 KOs) last fought on April 4, defeating Derek Chisora by split decision in London and is similarly on a two-fight winning streak like Miller.

Pero (13-1, 8 KOs) got off to a quick start as he outboxed Miller and landed the more significant shots in the first two rounds. The momentum shifted in the Brooklyn native’s favor as he pressured the 33-year-old to the ropes and kept him there for sustained periods, turning it into a phonebooth brawl.

Miller’s volume and pressure, combined with having more than a 50-pound weight advantage, overwhelmed the southpaw from Camaguey, Cuba, and he took over as the rounds progressed. Miller outlanded Pero 290 to 253, per CompuBox stats, and he threw 1,003 punches, which is the 10th-most by a heavyweight in its history.

[joshj909]

Loser leaves town. Winner becomes a high profile target for anyone that can box and isn't past it.

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Loser leaves town. Winner becomes a high profile target for anyone that can box and isn't past it.

Basically.

Good that Miller is being active.

Wants to get out again in June.

That’ll be 3 fights in 6 months.

[joshj909]

Loser leaves town. Winner becomes a high profile target for anyone that can box and isn't past it.

Basically.

Good that Miller is being active.

Wants to get out again in June.

That’ll be 3 fights in 6 months.

Doesn't give enough time to Wilder be be Joshua's opponent in July but could be an opponent in September if there's a quick turnaround. That's if Wilder wins.

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Deontay Wilder targeted for ‘big US heavyweight clash’: “I’ve wanted the fight for years”

Coming off two wins in a row for the first time since 2019, Deontay Wilder is in the market for another big fight.

Wilder scored a rare points victory over Derek Chisora in Manchester last month, keeping a career alive that many felt had ended following back-to-back losses to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.

With the confidence boost, ‘The Bronze Bomber’, 40, has said he will make a push to become a two-time world champion before he hangs up the gloves for good.

A shot against unified champion Oleksandr Usyk, though it was discussed, is unlikely due to the Ukrainian’s list of mandatory challengers. Wilder is instead best placed to get himself a good ranking and look to pick up a vacant belt should the opportunity present itself in the next 18 months.

One man who is willing to risk his number 2 ranking with the WBA is fellow American Jarrell Miller. The controversial heavyweight known as ‘Big Baby’ told Play UK he is still chasing the fight after years of trying.

“Anybody that’s willing to get in there and throw hands has something in the tank. He’s still dangerous regardless. But I’ve been asking him to fight for years, so if he’s got old overnight, that’s his problem. I’m still going to punch him in the face.”

Miller went on to say that he was not overly impressed by Wilder’s recent showing in the UK, but says the win keeps their potential rivalry alive.

“I don’t think Chisora was the same Chisora that fought Joe Joyce and Otto Wallin. Sometimes fighters get old overnight. Maybe he wasn’t as motivated for this one like he usually was. I don’t know.

“I did expect a little more from Chisora in that fight, but it is what it is. Wilder got the win, so it’s better for me now. I’m going to try to make a big American clash and we duke it out.”

Miller, 37, failed to impress in his January comeback fight against Kingsley Ibeh. He won, but his hairpiece coming off mid-fight made the headlines rather than the performance. The Brooklyn native returned against undefeated Lenier Pero in April and looked better, winning a unanimous decision over 12 rounds.

Having become infamous for failing doping tests before a cancelled fight with Joshua, ‘Big Baby’ represents a big name in the division. With Wilder’s highlight reel of knockouts and both men’s ability to sell a fight, the clash would indeed be big in America.

[joshj909]

Think the US heavyweights need to all face each other to establish a number 1. Torrez, Ruiz and Anderson after this.

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American boxers are very picky.. Barely take much risk.. has been the case for a long time..

you get a few exceptions..

[joshj909]

American boxers are very picky.. Barely take much risk.. has been the case for a long time..

you get a few exceptions..

Anderson gambled by picking a fight against Bakole and lost. Wilder gambled against Fury multiple times and lost. Torrez gambled by taking a fight against Sanchez and lost. Every time they face someone that's not a level below they've lost in recent years. Ruiz's win against Joshua is the only one that stands out.

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Deontay Wilder's aura of intimidation was nowhere near the levels of George Foreman, Sonny Listen or Mike Tyson 'quite simply because? Not only were those fighters power punchers, they also had world to elite level boxing ability combined with attributes such as brute strength'.

Note: Nevertheless, I don't rate Jarrell Miller as a World to elite level fighter 'and stylistically, I actually think this fight would be a winnable fight for Deontay Wilder even at this stage of his career'.

Anyone who Deontay Wilder can hit 'he has a chance against, and Jarrell Miller is that type of fighter. He is crude and determined but? Does not in my opinion possess super heavyweight power to reflect his overall mass'.

Stylistically during this latter stage of Deontay Wilder's career 'fighters with power, solid boxing fundamentals and brute strength are very bad fights for him. Jarrell Miller does not have enough of those attributes to a high level'.

To conclude: I would imagine if this fight is made next 'the action would be similar to Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder. It would be competitive, with Wilder being put under serious pressure. But at times he will hurt Miller, and actually score some decent points with his jab'.

Although I don't rate Deontay Wilder skill for skill technically as a world to elite level heavyweight 'he does have a fairly solid jab, when he commits to it'.

I would back Deontay Wilder to beat Jarrell Miller etc.