Former world heavyweight champion and knockout artist announces ...
Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is set to return to the ring on June 27. This was confirmed to
www.dazn.comHere’s the latest from reputable boxing coverage on Deontay Wilder:
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Wilder returned to action in 2025–2026, with reports that he announced a comeback and fought Tyrrell Herndon in mid-2025, followed by a high-profile bout against Derek Chisora in London in early 2026. This marks a continued effort to re-establish himself after previous losses and to pursue big-money showdowns in the heavyweight division. [Cited coverage: DAZN/Wilder comeback and Chisora buildup; CBS Sports report on next fight][2][3]
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Recent results have included a win over Tyrrell Herndon and a subsequent fight outcome against Zhilei Zhang in 2024, with Wilder aiming to climb back into title contention. Fans and analysts are watching for whether Wilder can string together a run that leads to another title opportunity, possibly against top heavyweights. [World Boxing News recap; CBS Sports fight notes][3][4]
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On the rumor and news front, outlets continue to track legal matters, public statements, and promoter announcements related to Wilder’s activity, including potential megafights and negotiations with major figures in the division. As always, confirm details from multiple sources before treating any single report as definitive. [Yardbarker summary of multiple headlines; TMZ coverage of related legal matters][1][7]
Illustration: a hypothetical timeline of Wilder’s activity since 2024:
- 2024: KO loss to Zhilei Zhang
- 2025: KO win vs. Tyrrell Herndon (comeback)
- 2026: Fight vs. Derek Chisora in London (April)
If you’d like, I can compile a quick, up-to-date mini-news digest with links to the most credible sources and a short recap of each event. I can also set up a watch list for Wilder’s next rumored/official dates and potential opponents.