Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury II: 6 early questions to ponder

Many questions surround the rivalry of Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. Here are six questions going into their Feb. 22 rematch.

Will Fury (right) be able to do whatever it takes to avoid taking big shots from Wilder? AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Will Fury be able to correct the mistakes that led to the knockdowns?

If Wilder can learn, so can Fury. Maybe Fury simply lost focus for a few moments in Rounds 9 and 12, which cost him a decision victory in the first fight. Or maybe he has identified a tactical mistake he made that allowed Wilder to land his big blows. At any rate, Fury is a clever boxer. If anyone can make adjustments to avoid taking such shots, it’s him. That said, even the best boxers make mistakes. And that can be all Wilder needs. As Wilder says, “My opponents have to be perfect for 12 rounds. I only have to be perfect for two seconds.” I think that’s true.