A night of knockout moments unfolded early as the Wilder vs. Herndon undercard delivered plenty before the main event. From rising prospects to veteran action, the cards set a fast pace that energized the crowd leading into Wilder’s return.
Wilder vs. Herndon Undercard
The evening opened with Miguel Noah Aldana stamping his mark in the super lightweight division with a crisp first-round knockout over debuting General Lee. Shortly after, lightweight Eric Valencia improved to 3–0 with a dominant display, stopping Willie Harris in the fourth.
In a more seasoned matchup, super flyweight Nico Hernández used southpaw angles to control Robert Ledesma over six rounds, extending his undefeated record. His slick footwork and timing prompted nods from boxing analysts who praised his sharp technique.
The light heavyweight bout featuring Deon Nicholson vs. Devonte Williams offered fan excitement with Nicholson pulling off a hard-fought decision win. This performance reinforced Nicholson’s reputation as a contender worth watching.
Heavyweight action returned as a supporting bout to the headliner, showcasing Gustavo Trujillo defeating Lateef Kayode by decision. Trujillo’s precise jab and control earned him a 10-round nod from the judges.
Each undercard bout set the tone with sharp finishes or technical displays.
While Wilder’s seventh-round TKO of Herndon took center stage, the preliminary fights ensured fans were warmed up with energy and emerging talent.
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