Anthony Joshua vs Deontay Wilder

Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Anthony Joshua
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Anthony Joshua

"AJ"

33-4-0
VS
Deontay Wilder

Deontay Wilder

50-4-1
33-4-0
Record
50-4-1
89%
Win Rate
91%
0%
KO %
0%
198cm
Height
202cm
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Reach
—
36
Age
40
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Stance
—
37
Total Bouts
55

Physical Comparison

Deontay Wilder has the height edge at 202cm vs 198cm for Anthony Joshua — a 4cm difference that gives Wilder the ability to fight behind range.

Record & Experience

Anthony Joshua brings a record of 33-4-0 across 37 professional bouts (89% win rate).Deontay Wilder enters with 50-4-1 from 55 fights (91% win rate).

Deontay Wilder has the experience edge with 55 bouts compared to 37 — that's 18 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.

Age & Career Stage

At 36, Anthony Joshua is 4 years younger than Deontay Wilder (40). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Wilder's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.

Key Factors

Joshua's Path to Victory

  • • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace

Wilder's Path to Victory

  • • Use height and reach to fight at range
  • • Higher win percentage (91% vs 89%)
  • • Greater professional experience (55 bouts)
  • • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms