Zhang TKOs Wilder in Fifth Round

Zhang Stuns Former Champion

Zhang's Power Proves Too Much for Wilder

Zhilei Zhang scored the biggest win of his career Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and might have effectively ended the career of former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder. The Chinese powerhouse scored an emphatic fifth-round TKO over Wilder, who was making his return to the ring after a year-long layoff.

Wilder landed a good right hand early in the fight, but Zhang weathered the storm and began to take control of the bout. The Chinese fighter landed several hard shots of his own, and Wilder was clearly hurt. Zhang continued to press the action in the fifth round, and Wilder was unable to withstand the onslaught. The referee stopped the fight at 2:58 of the round.

The win is a major upset, as Wilder was a heavy favorite going into the fight. It is also a significant victory for Zhang, who is now in line for a title shot. Wilder's loss is a major setback, and it is unclear if he will ever be able to regain his former glory.