On January 16, 2016, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, USA, WBC heavyweight champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder defended his world title against Polish contender Artur Szpilka in a hard‑hitting heavyweight showdown. This bout was Wilder’s third defence of the WBC heavyweight championship and one of the most anticipated fights of his early title reign. The fight started competitively, with Szpilka using southpaw movement, head movement, and clever footwork to give Wilder trouble early. For much of the opening rounds, Szpilka’s awkward angles and jab kept the champion from asserting his full power, and the contest looked competitive on the cards through the first eight rounds. However, Wilder’s explosive right hand changed everything in the ninth round. As Szpilka pressed forward, Wilder saw his opening and unleashed a thunderous straight right that caught Szpilka clean on the chin, sending him crashing face‑first to the canvas. The referee immediately waved off the bout at 2:24 of Round 9, giving Wilder a sensational knockout victory and retaining his WBC heavyweight title. 📍 Date: January 16, 2016 📍 Venue: Barclays Center 📍 Location: Brooklyn, New York, USA 🏆 Title: WBC World Heavyweight Championship 🥊 Result: Wilder wins by KO in Round 9 ⏱️ Time of KO: 2:24 of Round 9 🔥 A dramatic heavyweight contest where Szpilka’s spirited start ultimately couldn’t withstand Wilder’s devastating single‑punch power — cementing Wilder’s reputation as one of the most feared knockout artists in the division. ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝ to the channel people -------------------- 00:00 Intro 0:55 Round 1 4:02 Round 2 7:06 Round 3 10:08 Round 4 -------------------- ✅Follow me ✅ insta @charlessalbox facebook @charlessalbox #boxing #usa #deontaywilder