Breaking: Deontay Wilder arrested in LA on felony firearm offense, set to appear in court on May 23

Although Deontay Wilder remains one of the biggest stars in boxing, the heavyweight fighter is not immune to the law. He was recently arrested in Los Angeles on firearm charges, underscoring the fact that even famous athletes are subject to legal consequences.

'The Bronze Bomber' has made a career in the ring by showcasing his explosive power and is widely regarded as one of the very best the sport has to offer. Having only ever lost to a man many believe to be the greatest of all time (Tyson Fury), it's clear that the 37-year-old is an iconic figure in heavyweight boxing.

Announced on social media earlier today, Deontay Wilder was arrested in LA following a routine traffic stop where police found marijuana and a pistol in his car. After spending over five hours behind bars, the athlete was booked on a charge of possession of a concealed weapon and was later released from jail, according to TMZ Sports.

Despite still being one of the standout competitors in the boxing world, recent reports suggested that Wilder was open to welcoming former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou into the ring for his highly-anticipated debut.

Surprisingly, while both agreed to the bout, the boxer also stated his interest in a two-fight deal with 'The Predator', in which he would step into the cage and make his first appearance in mixed martial arts.

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Deontay Wilder's next fight: Who is 'The Bronze Bomber' rumored to be stepping into the ring against?

Deontay Wilder is a man in demand right now, and alongside the aforementioned Francis Ngannou clash, there is another blockbuster bout that could go down later this year.

According to UK fan-favorite Anthony Joshua, the pair are set to meet in December and produce one of the most eagerly-anticipated fights in the sport in decades.

After suffering two consecutive losses, Joshua returned to form with a solid victory in his last outing. The Brit hasn't scored a knockout victory since 2020 and will be eager to showcase his skill in a win that could very well be considered his greatest ever.