Adam Carolla Show Deontay Wilder On Fighting With No Rules & Possibly Joining UFC
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Jan 21, 2026 Deontay Wilder, known as the 'Bronze Bomber,' discusses his unmatched knockout record and the missed opportunities for high-profile fights, including the potential UFC crossover. He shares insights on setting financial boundaries with family and hints at an exciting announcement coming soon. Health expert Kim Bright talks about the benefits of kimchi for gut health and its unique properties to combat microplastics. Alicia Krauss brings light to viral news stories, including the ethics of training crows to attack MAGA hats and education controversies around MLK Day.
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Wilder Is Open To Hybrid Combat Formats
- Wilder is open to MMA or hybrid-rules fights and even proposed mixed-round formats combining boxing and grappling.
- He sees combat broadly and says cross-discipline matchups could be structured by rounds.
Success Often Breeds Family Entitlement
- Wilder and Adam discuss how success often triggers entitlement and resentment from family, reversing expected gratitude.
- Wilder stresses the need to set boundaries and learn to say no despite pressure from relatives.
Wilder Hints At Imminent Fight Announcement
- Wilder teased a fight announcement coming this week and said a press conference is scheduled next week.
- He kept details tight and refused to 'kiss and tell' until logistics were final.