Derek Chisora is preparing for the final fight of his career this Saturday as he faces Deontay Wilder. At 42 years old, Chisora reflected on two decades in British boxing, having fought notable opponents like Tyson Fury, Vitali Klitschko, David Haye, and Oleksandr Usyk. His farewell bout marks an end to a remarkable journey.
Derek Chisora Endorses Fury-Joshua Showdown
As Chisora prepares to leave the ring, he expressed excitement about Tyson Fury’s upcoming fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov in April. He believes this fight could pave the way for a long-awaited clash between Fury and Anthony Joshua.
“I’m happy he’s back because we can finally get onto that big fight with him and Anthony Joshua,” Chisora shared with El-Balad. He predicts that Joshua could win the match within four to five rounds.
A Look at Chisora’s Remarkable Career
Chisora’s career highlights include fights with some of the sport’s elite. He has faced:
- Tyson Fury
- Vitali Klitschko
- David Haye
- Oleksandr Usyk
Usyk, a three-time undisputed world champion, has acknowledged Chisora as one of his toughest tests. While Joshua trains with Usyk, Chisora believes Joshua is improving significantly.
Chisora commented on Joshua’s training, stating, “You can tell the way he’s moving and the way he’s throwing his shots.” He emphasized the importance of training with dedicated teammates.
Moses Itauma: The Future of British Boxing
As Chisora looks to the future of British heavyweight boxing, he highlighted the potential of young star Moses Itauma. The 21-year-old recently achieved a fifth-round knockout victory over Jermaine Franklin, improving his record to 14-0.
Chisora advises patience with Itauma’s career progression. “Leave the guy alone, let him get more rounds in, let him enjoy it,” he stressed. “He doesn’t need to be rushed; he’ll be there for years.”
This final fight weekend promises to be a significant moment in British boxing history as Chisora bids farewell to the sport.
