Wilder has revealed condition under which he would be willing to abruptly end his boxining career

American heavyweight boxer Deontay Wilder (43-3-1, 42 KO) has announced that he may retire if he fails to defeat Zhilei Zhang (26-2-1, 21 KO).

"I’ve had a successful career, and this is a 'do or die' moment for me. I don't think the heavyweight division will be as exciting without Deontay Wilder, but we’ll see on Saturday night. Can I win? Can I succeed? Who knows. But Saturday night will give a definitive answer.

This could be the end of my career. It could be a farewell to Deontay Wilder if I lose. If I win, then of course, I will move on to bigger and better things," the boxer told Boxing Social.

The "Bronze Bomber" will face Zhilei Zhang on June 1 in Riyadh. The bout will be part of the Queensberry-Matchroom 5-on-5 tournament. The main event of this tournament will feature Filip Hrgović and Daniel Dubois.

Previously, Wilder stated that he hopes to have a fourth fight against Tyson Fury.