Prop Bets: Tyrrell Anthony Herndon VS Deontay Wilder 2025-06-27
Prediction: Deontay Wilder vs. Tyrrell Herndon – A One-Man Show (With a 10-Round Ticket)
The Setup:
Deontay "The Bronze Bomber" Wilder (43-4-1, 42 KOs) steps into the ring on June 27 to face Tyrrell Herndon (24-5, 15 KOs), a 37-year-old journeyman with a record that’s 24-5 but a puncher’s chance that’s roughly 13.3% (1/7.5). Wilder, the former WBC champ with a career KO rate of 93.3% (42/45), is coming off a humbling loss to Zhilei Zhang but seems determined to prove retirement isn’t in his vocabulary. Herndon? He’s here to “introduce himself to a new wave of fans”—a bold move if your plan is to get knocked out by a man who’s a favorite at 1.08 (meaning you’d need $108 to win $100).
The Numbers That Scream “Situation Comedy”:
- Wilder’s KO rate vs. Herndon’s resume: Herndon’s 15 KOs in 24 wins sound impressive until you realize 10 of those victims held records worse than a Freshman Engineering team. Wilder? He’s stopped 42 of 45 opponents. Math time: If Herndon’s chin is as fragile as his regional titles, Wilder’s right hook could write a haiku about it.
- Odds: Herndon is a unified 7.5/1 underdog across DraftKings, BetUS, and BetOnline.ag. For context, betting on Herndon is like betting your goldfish will solve quantum physics—possible, but not practical.
- Age and Size: Herndon’s 6’3”, 235-pound frame might as well be a "Kick Me" sign for Wilder, who’s 6’7” and packs the punch power of a disgruntled asteroid.
Props to Mention (Because Why Not?):
- Will Wilder secure a KO before Herndon’s 10th birthday? (Answer: Probably.)
- Can Herndon last beyond Round 5 without getting stopped? (Answer: Only if the clock breaks.)
The Verdict:
This is a mismatch that makes a Roman candle look like a steady flame. Wilder’s shoulder, which he claims is “great,” will thank him for a swift finish. Herndon’s best bet? Pray for a technical draw due to the ring slipping into the ocean.
Final Score Prediction:
Deontay Wilder via KO in Round 3 (because 10 rounds would be cruel, even for boxing).
Betting Advice:
Unless you’re named "Deontay Wilder," stick to the 1.07 line on FanDuel. Betting Herndon is for people who think “upset” is a type of soup.
“Retirement was never in my mind,” says Wilder. Fair. But neither is losing to Tyrrell Herndon.
Created: June 23, 2025, 10:46 a.m. GMT