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28-06-2025
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Wilder ends losing streak, but questions linger
Deontay Wilder wins his 44th pro fight, with four losses and one draw [Getty Images] Former heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder returned to winning ways with a low-key comeback victory, stopping the overmatched Tyrrell Herndon in the seventh round in Kansas. Wilder dropped his fellow American in the second round, scored another knockdown in the sixth, and closed the show with two chopping right hands a round later, prompting the referee to wave it off. Advertisement After a torrid few years - three defeats in his previous four bouts, most recently a punishing loss to Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia - Wilder registered his first win since October 2022. But while it was a dominant performance, it was far from vintage Bronze Bomber. Once the most feared puncher in the division and perhaps the greatest one-shot finisher of all time, the old Wilder would likely have dispatched Herndon earlier and to more fanfare. With a sparse crowd at the Charles Koch Arena in Wichita and no major television broadcast, it was a modest setting for a fighter who once shook arenas and headlined pay-per-view events against the likes of Tyson Fury. Advertisement Gone were the diamond-encrusted masks and theatrical entrances. This was a stripped-back re-entry, but perhaps that's what Wilder needed. "I've been laid off for a long time, getting myself back together, repairing myself emotionally. It is just nice to be back in the ring. This is a new beginning for me," the 39-year-old said. How did Wilder look? Wilder's return was not broadcast on any of the major TV platforms [Getty Images] Wilder - who recently split from long-time trainer Malik Scott - floored Herndon with a sharp counter left hook in the second round, a reminder that his timing and instincts remain dangerous. But for much of the early rounds, his trademark weapon - the devastating straight right - stayed largely silent. Instead, it was his left hand and a steady jab that brought him success. Advertisement "I wanted to display more. Taking my time to be able to set up my shot and become more than my right hand. I want to become a complete, all-round fighter," Wilder said post-fight. Herndon, 37, had lost five of his previous 28 bouts. In 2023, highly rated American prospect Richard Torrez Jr stopped him inside two rounds. By the midway point, Wilder began finding the right hand with more consistency. The stoppage came with Herndon still on his feet, and while perhaps a touch early, the outcome felt inevitable. It was a clear and composed win, but not an explosive one. "There's a lot of things I did right and there are a lot of things I could have done right as well," Wilder added. Where had Wilder been? Wilder looked a shadow of himself in a stoppage loss to Zhilei Zhang in June 2024 [Getty Images] Wilder has now stopped 43 opponents in 44 wins, many in dramatic fashion. Advertisement But since his trilogy with Briton Fury - a brutal, history-making rivalry that saw him floored five times and stopped twice - Wilder has never quite looked the same. Those defeats appeared to drain not just his record but his aura, confidence, and perhaps his trust in the sport. In the aftermath, Wilder made unsubstantiated claims of loaded gloves, spiked water and betrayal from within his team, drawing ridicule and alienating some fans. A long-rumoured bout with Anthony Joshua seemed close in late 2023, but Wilder was soundly beaten on points by New Zealand's Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia. It was a flat, uninspired display that derailed the Joshua fight and raised fresh doubts about Wilder's future. Advertisement Then came the crushing fifth-round defeat to Zhang last year - a loss that, to many, looked like the end. Wilder vanished from the spotlight. He went quiet on social media and drifted off the radar. He insists he never planned to walk away and says he had been working with a sports psychologist to help him heal and rekindle his love for boxing. This comeback, he says, was always part of the plan. Can Wilder get back to the top? Wilder says he still wants to become a unified world champion. On current form, that goal feels distant. Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will contest the undisputed title next month, and Wilder is well outside that picture. Advertisement Still, in heavyweight boxing - where power and name value still matter - nothing is impossible. "When you're in the heavyweight division you're always one fight away from a title fight," Wilder said, adding that he will "take his time" before facing the division's elite. "A lot of money is on the line but sometimes it ain't all about the money," he added. One fight looms large: Joshua. Once the dream matchup of the division, it's now two former champions with everything to lose. A title may no longer be on the line, but their careers, pride and potentially one last shot at glory would be. Advertisement A lucrative bout with former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in Africa has been touted, while British cult favourite Dave Allen has also been thrown into the mix by his promoter, Eddie Hearn. For now, though, the Bronze Bomber is back. He may no longer be the division's most feared force, but his name still carries weight. More boxing from the BBC
BBC News
28-06-2025
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- BBC News
Wilder ends losing streak, but questions linger
Former heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder returned to winning ways with a low-key comeback victory, stopping the overmatched Tyrrell Herndon in the seventh round in dropped his fellow American in the second round, scored another knockdown in the sixth, and closed the show with two chopping right hands a round later, prompting the referee to wave it a torrid few years - three defeats in his previous four bouts, most recently a punishing loss to Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia - Wilder registered his first win since October while it was a dominant performance, it was far from vintage Bronze Bomber. Once the most feared puncher in the division and perhaps the greatest one-shot finisher of all time, the old Wilder would likely have dispatched Herndon earlier and to more fanfare. With a sparse crowd at the Charles Koch Arena and no major television broadcast, it was a modest setting for a fighter who once shook arenas and headlined pay-per-view events against the likes of Tyson were the diamond-encrusted masks and theatrical entrances. This was a stripped-back re-entry, but perhaps that's what Wilder needed."I've been laid off for a long time, getting myself back together, repairing myself emotionally. It is just nice to be back in the ring. This is a new beginning for me," the 39-year-old said. How did Wilder look? Wilder - who recently split from long-time trainer Malik Scott - floored Herndon with a sharp counter left hook in the second round, a reminder that his timing and instincts remain for much of the early rounds, his trademark weapon - the devastating straight right - stayed largely silent. Instead, it was his left hand and a steady jab that brought him success."I wanted to dsplay more. Taking my time to be able to set up my shot and become more than my right hand. I want to become a complete, all-round fighter," Wilder said 37, had lost five of his previous 28 bouts. In 2023, highly rated American prospect Richard Torrez Jr stopped him inside two the midway point, Wilder began finding the right hand with more consistency. The stoppage came with Herndon still on his feet, and while perhaps a touch early, the outcome felt was a clear and composed win, but not an explosive one. "There's a lot of things I did right and there are a lot of things I could have done right as well," Wilder added. Where had Wilder been? Wilder has now stopped 43 opponents in 44 wins, many in dramatic fashion. But since his trilogy with Briton Fury - a brutal, history-making rivalry that saw him floored five times and stopped twice - Wilder has never quite looked the defeats appeared to drain not just his record but his aura, confidence, and perhaps his trust in the sport. In the aftermath, Wilder made unsubstantiated claims of loaded gloves, spiked water and betrayal from within his team, drawing ridicule and alienating some fans.A long-rumoured bout with Anthony Joshua seemed close in late 2023, but Wilder was soundly beaten on points by New Zealand's Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia. It was a flat, uninspired display that derailed the Joshua fight and raised fresh doubts about Wilder's came the crushing fifth-round defeat to Zhang last year - a loss that, to many, looked like the vanished from the spotlight. He went quiet on social media and drifted off the radar. He insists he never planned to walk away and says he had been working with a sports psychologist to help him heal and rekindle his love for comeback, he says, was always part of the plan. Can Wilder get back to the top? Wilder says he still wants to become a unified world champion. On current form, that goal feels distant. Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will contest the undisputed title next month, and Wilder is well outside that in heavyweight boxing - where power and name value still matter - nothing is impossible."When you're in the heavyweight division you're always one fight away from a title fight," Wilder said, adding that he will "take his time" before facing the division's elite. "A lot of money is on the line but sometimes it ain't all about the money," he fight looms large: Joshua. Once the dream matchup of the division, it's now two former champions with everything to lose.A title may no longer be on the line, but their careers, pride and potentially one last shot at glory would be.A lucrative bout with former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in Africa has been touted, while British cult favourite Dave Allen has also been thrown into the mix by his promoter, Eddie Hearn. For now, though, the Bronze Bomber is back. He may no longer be the division's most feared force, but his name still carries weight.
The Sun
28-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon LIVE RESULTS: Card updates and fight time as Bronze Bomber returns to ring
DEONTAY Wilder makes his boxing return TONIGHT as he goes head-to-head with Tyrrell Herndon in Wichita. The Bronze Bomber has been out of action since his knockout defeat to Zhilei Zhang last June. Big Bang's brutal KO handed Wilder his fourth loss in his last five fights, with his only win coming against journeyman Robert Helenius almost three years ago. The former WBC heavyweight champion begins his bid to rebuild his reputation against Herndon, who is out to secure the biggest win of his career. A win for Wilder could see him move back into the fold for a big-name fight, with many boxing fans still keen to see the long-overdue Anthony Joshua bout.
Newsweek
27-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon PPV: Live Stream Global Combat Collective, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. On June 27, 2025, the Global Combat Collective presents a must-see heavyweight clash as former world champion Deontay Wilder faces Tyrrell Herndon at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. Deontay Wilder of Team Matchroom looks on after being knocked down by Zhilei Zhang of Team Queensberry during the Heavyweight fight between Deontay Wilder of Team Matchroom and Zhilei Zhang of Team Queensberry on the... Deontay Wilder of Team Matchroom looks on after being knocked down by Zhilei Zhang of Team Queensberry during the Heavyweight fight between Deontay Wilder of Team Matchroom and Zhilei Zhang of Team Queensberry on the 5v5: Queensberry v Matchroom Fight Night card at Kingdom Arena on June 01, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. More Photo byHow to Watch Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon PPV: Date: Friday, June 27, 2025 Preshow Time: 8:00 PM ET Live Event: 9:00 PM ET Where: Charles Koch Arena TV Channel: PPV1 Price: $24.95 Live Stream: Fubo (Buy the PPV!) Deontay Wilder, now 39, enters the ring with a professional record of 43 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, boasting an extraordinary 98% knockout ratio—42 of his 43 victories have come by stoppage. Known as one of the hardest punchers in boxing history, Wilder's recent bouts have been challenging; he has won only one of his last five fights, including a fifth-round TKO loss to Zhilei Zhang in June 2024 and a unanimous decision defeat to Joseph Parker in December 2023. Despite these setbacks, Wilder remains a formidable presence, standing 6-foot-7 tall with an 83-inch reach, and is currently ranked 12th by the WBC. Tyrrell Herndon, 37, is a seasoned journeyman from San Antonio with a record of 24 wins, 5 losses, and 15 knockouts. Herndon has shown resilience, rebounding from a TKO loss to Richard Torrez in October 2023 by winning three consecutive fights, most recently a split-decision victory in May 2024. Standing at 6-foot-3, Herndon faces a significant height and reach disadvantage against Wilder, but his experience and recent momentum should make him a challenging opponent. Live stream Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon on Fubo: Watch the PPV now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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What to know about Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon fight: Time, date, how to watch
One of boxing's biggest punchers is back in the ring on June 27, with the chance to add another stoppage to his resume. Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder fights for the first time in over a year, looking to get back in the win column against Tyrrell Herndon in Wichita following back-to-back defeats in 2023 and 2024. Advertisement Wilder last featured in June 2024 when he suffered his fourth career loss, a fifth-round technical knockout defeat to Zhilei Zhang, which came less than six months after a unanimous decision defeat to Joseph Parker. Still one of the preeminent names in the heavyweight division, Wilder aims to take one step closer to a potential big-name fight as he takes on Herndon, a longtime professional who has thus far fallen short each time he's stepped up in competition. Here's all you need to know ahead of the Wilder vs. Herndon fight card. How to watch Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon fight? The Deontay Wilder vs. Tyrell Herndon fight card can be purchased through BLK Prime pay-per-view, with an active subscription necessary to purchase, while the pay-per-view is also available through Advertisement How to watch: BLK Prime PPV or More: Is Manny Pacquiao fighting again? What to know about retired boxer's fight vs Mario Barrios Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon pay-per-view price The Deontay Wilder vs. Tyrell Herndon pay-per-view is available for $24.99 through while BLK Prime requires a subscription to purchase the pay-per-view, which start at $6.99 per month. PPV price: $24.99 Deontay Wilder next fight, vs Tyrrell Herndon — time, date The Deontay Wilder vs. Tyrrell Herndon fight card is slated to begin on pay-per-view at 8 p.m. (CT), while ring walks for the main event are expected at approximately 10 p.m. (CT). Fight card start: 8 p.m. CT Wilder vs. Herndon ring walks: approx. 10 p.m. CT Deontay Wilder fight card Deontay Wilder (43-4-1) vs. Tyrrell Herndon (24-5) Deon Nicholson (21-1) vs. Devonte Williams (13-1) Nico Hernandez (11-0) vs. Robert Ledesma (3-14-1) Gustavo Trujillo (7-0) vs. Lateef Kayode (22-5) Jeff Page Jr. (18-3) vs. Jurmain McDonald (8-9) Jorge Carlos (9-0) vs. Kerim Morkoc (4-2-1) John Cantrell (13-0) vs. Franklin Sparks (4-4) Joshua Richey (debut) vs. Chancey Wilson (debut) Eric Valencia (3-0) vs. Willie Harris (0-1) Kayla Williams (1-1) vs. Helen Lucero (0-4) Miguel Noah Aldana (3-0) vs. General Lee (debut) Advertisement More: Tyson Fury announces retirement from boxing following loss to Usyk. Is his career done? Where is the Deontay Wilder vs Tyrrell Herndon fight? The Deontay Wilder vs. Tyrrell Herndon fight card will take place at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. It will be the first fight card held at the venue since 2022. Location: Charles Koch Arena, Wichita, Kansas Deontay Wilder record Deontay Wilder is 43-4-1 with 42 wins by knockout. Wilder is the former WBC heavyweight champion and one of the greatest knockout punchers in boxing history, holding a 97.67% KO ratio. Wilder held the WBC title until 2020 when he suffered the first of back-to-back defeats to Tyson Fury. Advertisement Since a bounce back win in 2022, Wilder has suffered two losses, first to Joseph Parker then against Zhilei Zhang. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - JUNE 01: Deontay Wilder looks on during the Heavyweight fight between Deontay Wilder of Team Matchroom and Zhilei Zhang of Team Queensberry on the 5v5: Queensberry v Matchroom Fight Night card at Kingdom Arena on June 01, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by) Deontay Wilder age, height, weight class Deontay Wilder is 39 years old and stands at 6-foot-6 with an 83-inch reach. Wilder is a career-long heavyweight and has weighed in at an average of 214 pounds across his last three bouts. Tyrrell Herndon record Herndon is 24-5 with 15 wins by knockout. Herndon is a professional of 10 years and while he's never fought a fighter of Wilder's pedigree, he has previously shared the ring and suffered defeat to a number of notable contenders, including Efe Ajagba and Richard Torrez. Advertisement Herndon has won three straight fights against non-descript opponents, two of them by split decision, with his last fight having been in May 2024. Tyrell Herdon age, height, weight class Herndon is 37 years old and stands at 6-3. Herndon has spent his entire career fighting in the heavyweight division, most recently weighing in at 235 pounds, while he tipped the scales at 230 pounds in the bout prior. Harrison Campbell covers boxing for The Tennessean and high school sports for The Daily Herald. Email him at hcampbell@ and follow him on Twitter @hccamp. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Deontay Wilder fight how to watch
