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Yahoo
08-07-2025
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Deontay Wilder next fight: 3 opponent options for ‘The Bronze Bomber's' return, including Anthony Joshua
The Deontay Wilder next fight news should arrive in the next couple of months. Until then, let's consider three possible opponents and recap his bounce-back victory in June. Who will Deontay Wilder's next fight be against? Wilder (44-4-1, 34 KOs) snapped a stretch of back-to-back defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang in June. After a brutal TKO loss to Zhang in June 2024, the Tuscaloosa, Alabama native returned over a year later to face Tyrrell Anthony Herndon on June 27. Wilder secured a TKO victory over Herndon, his first win since October 2022. Advertisement Although it may be some time before he gets back into title contention, there are plenty of suitable opponents for his next fight. They include Anthony Joshua and Jarrell Miller. AJ: When Wilder and Anthony Joshua were both atop the heavyweight landscape in 2018, it was among the biggest fights to make at the time. Wilder reigned as the WBC champion, while Joshua held the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO titles. An undisputed clash never materialized, as Wilder claimed Joshua had turned down a proposed offer. Destroyer: Andy Ruiz Jr. made history when he dethroned Joshua for the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles by TKO victory in June 2019. In one of the biggest upsets in the sport, Ruiz became the first heavyweight champion of Mexican descent in history. His reign was short-lived, as he lost the titles by unanimous decision in a rematch with Joshua in December 2019. Big Baby: Jarrell Miller had words for Wilder following his victory over Herndon. After he criticized Wilder's come-back performance, Miller vowed to 'put him in a body bag' if they were to get in the ring. The Brooklyn native is 0-1-1 in his last two fights. His last contest resulted in a draw against Ruiz in August 2024. Miller has not won a fight in over two years, since March 2023. Deontay Wilder vs. Tyrell Anthony Herndon recap 'The Bronze Bomber' entered the contest 1-4 in his last five fights. In desperate need of a win to keep any hopes of a comeback alive, Wilder delivered. Herndon had very little to offer in a one-sided contest. What happened: The former WBC heavyweight champion relied on his jab, using his height and reach advantage to keep the fight on the outside. Wilder scored two knockdowns in rounds two and six. It was clear that his power was unmatched, as Herndon failed to land anything to keep Wilder back. Advertisement The result: Wilder began to sense the finish, with a worn-down Herndon moving around on weak legs. Unloading with left hooks and straight right hands on the defenseless Herndon, referee Ray Corona called a stop to the contest in the seventh round. Wilder walked away with the TKO win and his first victory in almost three years. What's next? It's fair to say Wilder still has some left in the tank to compete at heavyweight. He eyes a possible shot at redemption against Parker or Zhang, although not as his next fight. What makes Deontay Wilder so popular? In Deontay Wilder's nearly 17-year professional career, he went on a streak of 32 wins, all of which didn't go the distance, before he dethroned Stiverne for the WBC title by unanimous decision in 2015. In 10 defenses of the WBC title, the former champion retained the title with nine stoppage victories and one draw. Advertisement Here are some key accolades from 'The Bronze Bomber's' accomplished career. Deontay Wilder record: 44-4-1 (43 knockouts) Wilder stormed to the top of the heavyweight division by going undefeated in 42 fights during a span of eleven years. Former lineal champion Tyson Fury handed him his first defeat in February 2020, when Wilder was 34 years old. Only three fighters have defeated the former WBC heavyweight champion. Tyson Fury (twice), Joseph Parker, and one of China's greatest heavyweights, Zhilei Zhang. During his heavyweight title reign, 'The Bronze Bomber' has scored wins over Bermane Stiverne in a rematch, Chris Arreola, Luis Ortiz (twice), and Dominic Breazeale. He made his professional debut at the age of 23 in 2008, winning his first contest by second-round TKO Wilder has 49 professional fights under his belt at 39 years old. Capturing the WBC title in 2015, Wilder became the first American heavyweight champion in over eight years, since Shannon Briggs lost the WBO title to Sultan Ibragimov in 2007. Deontay Wilder net worth A fighter's success is measured in the dollars and cents they stack up from a career in combat sports. Deontay Wilder's net worth is estimated to be $46 million, according to Forbes. Related Headlines
Yahoo
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.
Scottish Sun
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Deontay Wilder floors Tyrrell Herndon twice before seventh-round stoppage in comeback fight
American opened up on his emotional return DEONT CALL IT A COMEBACK Deontay Wilder floors Tyrrell Herndon twice before seventh-round stoppage in comeback fight DEONTAY WILDER floored Tyrrell Herndon twice before winning his comeback fight in seven rounds. The former WBC heavyweight world champion returned to the ring in Wichita, Kansas against little-known Herndon. 2 Deontay Wilder stopped Tyrrell Herndon in his comeback fight 2 Wilder celebrates his first win in three years And he did so without a win since 2022 - having lost on points to Joseph Parker before a crushing KO defeat to Zhilei Zhang. But Wilder did get back in the win column after dropping Herndon first in round two with a left hook then with a combination in the seventh. He said: "It felt great. Thanks to my opponent, I appreciate the work. "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." Nelson Lopez Jr - who promoted Wilder's comeback fight - told SunSport the American's next comeback fight is already pencilled in. And then an anticipated showdown against Anthony Joshua has been targeted for next year. Nelson said: "We got a tentative deal and we're just going one by one. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "We have the next one set up, this one set up, nothing solid for the third one - you know how boxing is, there's no path of how you succeed. "We have to get over this, so anything can happen. We got to get over the next one. Anything can happen. "And then, you know maybe Eddie (Hearn) will sit at the table and see what we can do something with AJ."
The Irish Sun
28-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Deontay Wilder floors Tyrrell Herndon twice before seventh-round stoppage in comeback fight
DEONTAY WILDER floored Tyrrell Herndon twice before winning his comeback fight in seven rounds. The former WBC heavyweight world champion returned to the ring in Wichita, Kansas against little-known Herndon. Advertisement 2 Deontay Wilder stopped Tyrrell Herndon in his comeback fight 2 Wilder celebrates his first win in three years And he did so without a win since 2022 - having lost on points to Joseph Parker before a crushing KO defeat to Zhilei Zhang. But He said: "It felt great. Thanks to my opponent, I appreciate the work. "I've been laid off for a long time, getting myself back together, repairing myself emotionally. Advertisement "It is just nice to be back in the ring. This is a new beginning for me." Nelson Lopez Jr - who promoted Wilder's comeback fight - told SunSport the American's next comeback fight is already pencilled in. And then an anticipated showdown against Anthony Joshua Nelson said: "We got a tentative deal and we're just going one by one. Advertisement Most read in Boxing Exclusive Exclusive Exclusive CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "We have the next one set up, this one set up, nothing solid for the third one - you know how boxing is, there's no path of how you succeed. "We have to get over this, so anything can happen. We got to get over the next one. Anything can happen. "And then, you know maybe Eddie (Hearn) will sit at the table and see what we can do something with AJ." Advertisement Deontay Wilder to have two comeback fights before eying double header with Anthony Joshua in London and Las Vegas
