Is Deontay Wilder Fighting This Weekend? How To Watch The Fight?

Deontay Wilder is back. After a tough loss to Zhilei Zhang in 2024 and a period of uncertainty, many thought we’d seen the last of the “Bronze Bomber” inside the ring. Retirement rumors swirled, and Wilder himself remained quiet—until recently. In a bold declaration, he put the speculation to rest: “Retirement was never, ever, ever in my mind… When I do retire, everyone will know.”

Now, just over a year after his last appearance, Wilder returns to the ring in what’s being billed as a career-resetting fight. Here’s everything you need to know about when and how to watch this heavyweight showdown.

Fight Details

Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
Main Event Time: 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT (Saturday 2:00 AM BST in the UK)
Location: Charles Koch Arena, Wichita, Kansas
Opponent: Tyrrell Herndon
Event Name: “Legacy Reloaded”

This is a 10-round heavyweight bout that marks Wilder’s first fight since shoulder surgery and his first of a planned three-fight comeback tour. The stakes are clear: win convincingly, and Wilder remains in the title conversation. Lose, and the retirement talk will only get louder.

How to Watch

The fight will stream live via BLK Prime, the exclusive Pay-Per-View (PPV) provider for this event. Here’s how to tune in:

Watching in the U.S. and Internationally:

Platform: BLK Prime (App or Website)
Price: $24.99 (PPV purchase required)
Start Time: Coverage begins in the evening, with Wilder vs. Herndon expected around 9 PM ET

To watch, simply visit the BLK Prime website or download their app, purchase the PPV, and stream live. It’s available globally, but make sure to confirm regional access if you’re watching from outside the U.S.

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In the U.K.:

Streaming: Also available via BLK Prime

Alternate Coverage: Audio commentary and fight updates will be available through talkSPORT, which will also offer post-fight reactions and analysis.

Note: UK fans will need to stay up late, as the main event kicks off around 2:00 AM BST on Saturday, June 28.

Why This Fight Matters

This isn’t just another comeback attempt. Wilder has mapped out a strategy: win this fight, take on a second tune-up bout later in the year, and line up a massive showdown with Anthony Joshua—ideally in London or Las Vegas.

And he’s taking it seriously. Recent training footage shows a leaner, sharper Wilder than we’ve seen in years. He credits his recovery and renewed motivation to recent shoulder surgery, which he says has him throwing punches pain-free for the first time in years. In his words: “This isn’t about chasing belts right now. It’s about chasing legacy.”