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Deontay Wilder to Face Derek Chisora on April 4 at O2 Arena in London

Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder will return to the ring on April 4, when he faces longtime contender Derek Chisora at London’s O2 Arena, it was announced Friday.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 30

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora confirmed to headline Misfits Pro card in April

Brunch Boxing originally reported that Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora was being finalised to take place in London in April. That initial report has now been confirmed by MF Pro, who will host the 100th professional fight for Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) and Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) combined.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 26

Deontay Wilder Vs. Derek Chisora Complications

Heavyweight veterans Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora are reportedly finalizing a clash for April 4, but Frank Warren has something to say about that. The news broke after Chisora posted a social media clip showing a video call with Wilder, during which “War” Chisora held up what appeared to be a signed bout agreement.

Boxing News / KO on SI / January 25

Derek Chisora FaceTimes Deontay Wilder While Signing Fight Contract

Deontay Wilder vs. Derek Chisora is at least one-half complete. The fight was reportedly agreed upon last week, with it set to be officially announced in the coming days.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 24

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora – Tyson Fury makes his prediction

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora are finalising a deal to fight in London in April, as revealed by Brunch Boxing and later by Dan Rafael at Fight Freaks Unite and others.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder, Derek Chisora Nearing Deal for Heavyweight Clash Later This Year

Two of boxing’s most battle-tested heavyweights appear headed for a collision course. Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and longtime contender Derek Chisora are finalizing a deal for a fight later this year, according to Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora being finalised

As revealed by Brunch Boxing and Dan Rafael at Fight Freaks Unite, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and former WBC challenger Derek Chisora are finalising a deal to fight in London in April.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder Eyes Comeback Fight in London Against Derek Chisora

Deontay Wilder, the former world heavyweight champion, is in talks to return to the ring in a high-profile matchup against British veteran Derek Chisora this spring.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 11

Deontay Wilder And Derek Chisora Face Off In Dubai

Heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora faced off in Dubai this week in an effort to hype a potential IBA title showdown. It might seem like an unlikely sentence, but this is boxing in 2025.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 23

Chisora Vs. Whyte – How Does It Play Out?

David Haye has announced a trilogy bout, confirming that Derek Chisora will face Dillian Whyte in what is expected to be the final fight of Chisora’s career. The showdown is reportedly set for December 13 in Manchester, putting an end to the long list of names who have been mentioned.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 20

Derek Chisora Vs. Jarrell Miller – How Does It Play Out?

Derek Chisora is reportedly in discussions to face Jarrell Miller in his farewell fight, scheduled for December 13 in Manchester, England. The news of the potential matchup comes after rival heavyweight Zhilei Zhang claimed he had already agreed to terms for the final contest, suggesting the decision now rests with Chisora.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 16

Is Derek Chisora Vs. Zhilei Zhang Next?

Zhilei Zhang wants to take on Derek Chisora, with the Chinese heavyweight’s team saying the ball is in the Brit’s court. Zhang’s team has confirmed that they are now waiting on Chisora’s camp to say whether they want to go ahead with a December 13 Manchester, England, fight.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 7

Is Derek Chisora vs Zhilei Zhang Happening In December?

As the hunt continues to find an opponent for heavyweight Derek ‘War’ Chisora, one name has surfaced, and it’s a fighter that was linked to a Chisora fight a year ago: Zhilei Zhang.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 29

Moses Itauma & Derek Chisora To Return On Same Card, But Not Against Each Other

Heavyweight contenders Moses Itauma and Derek Chisora will both return to the ring on Dec. 13. They just will not be competing against each other. The 41-year-old Chisora previously announced that he would compete on the Dec.

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Chisora’s Options For His Final Fight

Derek Chisora is set to return to the ring for what is expected to be his final professional fight on December 13 in Manchester, as we look at his options.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 29

Will Jai Opetaia vs. Derek Chisora Happen?

Jai Opetaia’s manager, Mick Francis, has revealed that the Saudis want to make Jai Opetaia vs. Derek Chisora at heavyweight. Opetaia is the current IBF and Ring Magazine Cruiserweight Champion.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 31

Derek Chisora fooled Eddie Hearn with ludicrous £50K-con ahead of career-defining win

Derek Chisora is one fight away from retirement, as his career has seen an Indian summer with wins over Otto Wallin and Joe Joyce in his last two fights.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 25

Derek Chisora Implores Jake Paul To Not Fight Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) is making waves across the world of boxing. What followed an impressive victory against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (54-7-1, 34 KOs) was a prompt, albeit unsurprising, callout to Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs).

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / June 22

‘I’m out’… Derek Chisora turned down two-million-pound payday to be a sacrificial lamb for rising boogeyman

Derek Chisora is searching for an opponent for his 50th and final fight, with one man being swerved immediately. Derek Chisora has said for a long time that he will retire after his 50th professional bout, and is now one fight away from finishing his 18-year-long career.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 11

What’s Next For Derek Chisora?

Derek Chisora’s final fight is in the offing as we look at where he could go next. Chisora became the IBF Interim Heavyweight Champion after beating Otto Wallin in a unanimous decision.

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Derek Chisora vs. Otto Wallin: Who Wins?

Heavyweight boxing returns on Saturday night, and for one fighter, it is likely “The Last Dance,” which also happens to be the event’s title. 41-year-old Derek Chisora (35-13, 23 KOs) will face top contender Otto Wallin (27-2, 15 KOs) in a scheduled 12-round bout at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, UK.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 26, 2024

Joe Joyce vs Derek Chisora: Weigh-In Results & Betting Odds

The big boys got on the scale earlier today, and really, it was just to give those in attendance a show prior to tomorrow night’s main event on ESPN+. Derek Chisora (34-13, 23 KOs) showed up with a mask that had a picture of Zhilei Zhang on it to intimidate Joe Joyce (16-2, 15 KOs), which got a rise out of those in attendance.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 24, 2024

Joe Joyce vs Derek Chisora: Who Wins?

This weekend will feature a heavyweight clash between a fighter trying to regain momentum and one looking to hang on by any means necessary. Former interim WBO heavyweight champion Joe Joyce (16-2, 15 KOs) will go up against the tough veteran Derek Chisora (34-13, 23 KOs).

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