Deontay Wilder vs Zhilei Zhang: Live Updates, Predictions, How to Watch, Round by Round Analysis

Former champion Deontay Wilder faces Zhilei Zhang in a heavyweight bout with a lot at stake. Can Wilder prove himself?

Deontay Wilder is set to face off against Zhilei Zhang in a highly anticipated heavyweight bout this Saturday. With a lot on the line, Wilder, the former WBC heavyweight champion, is looking to prove himself after losing three of his last four fights. At 38 years old, Wilder sees this as a make-or-break moment in his successful career.

Zhang, standing at 6-foot-6, is known for his powerful left hand and impressive record of 26-2-1 with 21 knockouts. However, Wilder, towering at 6-7, has established himself as one of the hardest hitters in boxing with a record of 43-3-1 and 42 knockouts. While he may have fallen short against Tyson Fury in their trilogy, Wilder managed to knock down the Brit four times over the course of their fights.

Now, Wilder is gearing up to face the 41-year-old Zhang, with a renewed sense of determination. He stated, "The savage of the Bronze Bomber is back," hinting at a potential comeback. As fans eagerly await the fight, the undercard features matchups like Raymond Ford vs. Nick Ball for Ford's WBA featherweight title and Willy Hutchinson's dominating victory over Craig Richards in a light heavyweight bout.

With predictions split between Wilder and Zhang, experts are anticipating a showdown between two heavy hitters capable of changing the course of the fight with a single punch. As the fight draws near, fans are gearing up to witness an intense battle between two formidable opponents.

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