‘What a great dance partner’ – Tyson Fury sends emotional Instagram message to Deontay Wilder after contentious draw
The 'Gypsy King' was viewed as the clear winner on the night, despite sustaining two knockdowns in Los Angeles
Tyson Fury used Instagram to call Deontay Wilder 'a great dance partner' following their thrilling fight on Saturday night.
The unbeaten heavyweights left everything in the ring at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, with both men risking it all in the pursuit of greatness.
Although the bout was deemed to be a contentious draw by the judges at ringside, there were no complaints from spectators who were treated to a classic clash.
Fury controlled the fight from a distance, showcasing his incredible technical skills to hit and not get hit against a brutal onslaught from the 'Bronze Bomber'.
The American landed twice on Fury in the latter stages of the fight, and the Brit showed incredible heart and determination to get up and beat the count.
And now, the 30-year-old has heaped praise on the WBC champion on Instagram. He said: "The late great Emmanuel Stewart called it six years ago.
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"We would be the best of our era, how right he was.
"Respect to @BronzeBomber, who came into this sport not for fame or glory, but to help better the life of his daughter, I can only respect that.
"What a great dance partner."
Both men are licking their wounds and waiting to see what their next moves will be. Fury and promoter Frank Warren will demand a rematch.
Meanwhile the 33-year-old American remains interested in a lucrative undisputed clash with Anthony Joshua, who is also keen to fight for the chance to unify the division.