Deontay Wilder Hasn't Revealed Strategy vs Tyson Fury Because It's Blatantly Obvious

Tyson Fury has gone on the record with his strategy heading into his Saturday night heavyweight title bout against Deontay Wilder. Fury plans to attack the Bronze Bomber early and often, stating quite simply that a second-round knockout is in his plans.

Wilder, meanwhile, has kept his strategy close to the vest. That's not necessarily because he's the creative type. Rather, the 34-year-old is a one-trick pony, and I say that as a compliment.

Of Wilder's 45 victories, 41 have come via knockout, 20 of which occurred in the first round. For Wilder to win this fight on his terms, he'll need to strike early with his vicious right hand. And given the anger both these men showed towards one another at Wednesday's final press conference, it's highly likely one of them is leaving the ring prior to 12 rounds being completed.

Wilder was bailed out in his first bout with Fury, in that his competitor held an advantage on the scorecard heading into the final round. Yet, as is often the case with Wilder, he only needs two seconds to beat you.

Fury's task is tougher. Even though Wilder leaves himself open to contact as he seeks that one decisive punch, Fury's plan to be more aggressive from the outset leaves him vulnerable as well. To put it simply, if Wilder lands his strike there's no guarantee Fury will get up this time.

Wilder wants to avoid another 12-round fight with Fury, especially since the latter had the edge on him through 11 hard-fought frames in 2018. Fury's a far superior defensive fighter to Wilder, and the further this fight goes the more it benefits Fury's potential for a win by decision, even though both sides would rather not leave this up to the judges yet again.

Wilder continues to brag about his status as a knockout artist. It's his weapon of mass destruction, and the only way he'll take out Fury on Saturday.