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Ben Davies

Deontay Wilder boasts of punching harder than Mike Tyson in power debate

Deontay Wilder has claimed he punches harder than Mike Tyson despite the heavyweight legend's first-round KO record.

Wilder has been out of action for several months and is awaiting news on his next outing after blasting out Robert Helenius in one round when making a comeback last year. The 'Bronze Bomber' is known for his explosive punch power which has seen earn a KO record of 42 in his 43 professional wins.

The boxing legend has often been compared to some of the heaviest hitters in history including heavyweight legend Tyson who previously reigned as undisputed champion in his era. He also holds the record for the second-most first-round KO's having had 22 during the peak of his career on a climb to become world champion.

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