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.
These two big-punching heavyweights will come face-to-face in London at the O2 Arena on April 4, on a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions.
Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora finalised for London
A recent social media video showed a video call between Wilder and Chisora, with both expressing excitement about the upcoming bout:
“Signed,” says Chisora, showing Wilder the paper.
“Let’s freaking go!” Wilder replies, making it clear he wants the fight.
“I hope you’re ready,” Chisora says, smiling.
“If I’m not ready then I’m gonna get ready,” Wilder says. “I’m just going to let you know, I love you, bro, this is the last phone call. Next time I see you it will be at the press conference and then after that we’ll be in the ring, baby.”
Chisora agrees with respect. “This is the last phonecall from me too, bro,” he says. “I’m just phoning to tell you, bro, good luck.”
Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora: careers recapped
Deontay Wilder was once a name that struck fear into the heavyweight division, with his right hand being the most powerful equaliser in the sport. He is most remembered for his memorable trilogy with Tyson Fury.
In more recent years, The Bronze Bomber suffered back-to-back defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, before undergoing shoulder surgery. His return this past June saw him stop Tyrrell Herndon in the seventh round.
Chisora is loved by the British public, with most loving his come-forward, relentless style. He is also known and respected for his straight talk in interviews. Dillian Whyte vs Derek Chisora III was seemingly on the cards at one point, but now it’s Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora. Who are you backing in this heavyweight slugfest?
