Fabio Wardley v Justis Huni

[Primo Carnera]

I thought Pulev was lined up for Wardley—it seemed like a logical next step. Not sure what happened behind the scenes, but it’s surprising the fight hasn’t materialized. Maybe negotiations fell through or Pulev’s team had second thoughts. They might be saving Pulev for Itauma. Miller keeps getting opportunities he hasn’t earned, especially after multiple failed drug tests. Hard to justify it when other fighters are grinding for a shot.

Wardley said in an interview that Pulev wanted too much money and they took that to mean that he didn’t want the fight.
I don’t know the figures involved and I know Pulev is an old man now, but look at Pulev’s resume against Wardley’s and why shouldn’t he?

[The Six Four]

I thought Pulev was lined up for Wardley—it seemed like a logical next step. Not sure what happened behind the scenes, but it’s surprising the fight hasn’t materialized. Maybe negotiations fell through or Pulev’s team had second thoughts. They might be saving Pulev for Itauma. Miller keeps getting opportunities he hasn’t earned, especially after multiple failed drug tests. Hard to justify it when other fighters are grinding for a shot.

Wardley said in an interview that Pulev wanted too much money and they took that to mean that he didn’t want the fight.
I don’t know the figures involved and I know Pulev is an old man now, but look at Pulev’s resume against Wardley’s and why shouldn’t he?

I thought the WBA had ordered the fight between the two. Typically, there's a negotiation period followed by purse bids if the sides can't reach an agreement. So why wouldn't Wardley's camp push for a purse bid and either force Pulev to step up or be stripped of his position? Something doesn’t add up here.