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Deontay Wilder to Open Comeback Against Tyrrell Herndon in Wichita

The former champion steps into a three-fight deal with promoter Nelson Lopez Jr, working with new coaches to revive his title aspirations.

The intensity heats up as John Cantrell works on fast succession hits on the pads held by trainer Damon Reed.
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Overview

  • Tonight’s 10-round main event at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas, is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. ET with ring walks around 11 p.m. ET and live coverage on BLK Prime PPV.
  • Wilder returns to the ring for the first time since his TKO defeat to Zhilei Zhang in June 2024, seeking to end a two-fight skid that includes a December decision loss to Joseph Parker.
  • After parting ways with long-time trainer Malik Scott, the 39-year-old heavyweight has been working with Don House and Jay Deas during preparations for this bout.
  • Under a three-fight deal with promoter Nelson Lopez Jr, Wilder’s second comeback fight is pencilled in and could pave the way for a match with Anthony Joshua.
  • Herndon, who holds a 24-5 record and is riding a three-fight win streak, is viewed as a confidence-building opponent with an opportunity to upend Wilder’s revival efforts.