Deontay Wilder vs Luis Ortiz Betting Predictions
In a few weeks, WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder will face Luis Ortiz in a rematch of their first fight, which Wilder won by a controversial close decision. After that fight, Wilder put his title on the line and faced Tyson Fury in a highly anticipated showdown that ended in a draw. Wilder next fought Dominic Breazeale, and this time there was no controversy - in defeating Breazeale, Wilder served up another helping of the hard-hitting power that has earned him a place among boxing's elite.
Deontay Wilder defends his title on November 24th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, and early odds favor the tough-talking Alabamian against the 40-year-old Ortiz. But despite Wilder's apparent advantage in youthful vigor, this rematch could prove to be the toughest test of the champion's reign to date. Ortiz is a seriously dangerous left-handed fighter, and he came close to knocking out Wilder last time out.
Deontay Wilder vs Luis Ortiz Rematch
Both fighters have bounced back and won their last few fights leading up to the rematch. Ortiz used his vast experience to great effect, going 10 rounds against Wilder and winning every round until the 10th, when Wilder won by TKO. Ortiz has a flawless record outside of the Wilder fight; he has won against all comers.
The Bronze Bomber's most recent bout came in May of this year, when he displayed his tremendous power with a first round knockout of Dominic Breazeale. Such a result should have sent shock waves through the collective spine of any pugilist considering stepping into the ring with the champ. But Breazeale wasn't Wilder's only opponent in 2019, as the year also saw him embark on an intense rivalry with Ortiz. I cannot understate how big this fight is for both men. Wilder, quite frankly, could find himself in serious jeopardy if he doesn't win this fight.
The expected fight between Deontay Wilder and Luis Ortiz can be seen live from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and on pay-per-view at home. Wilder will defend his belt against Ortiz in the latter's first world title challenge.