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Wilder vs. Chisora: Heavyweight Clash Set for April
31 Jan
Summary
- Deontay Wilder will fight Derek Chisora on April 4 in London.
- Wilder seeks consecutive wins after a mixed record since 2019.
- Chisora is on a three-fight win streak against top contenders.
Deontay Wilder is scheduled to re-enter the boxing ring on April 4th, with his opponent confirmed as veteran British heavyweight Derek Chisora. The event is slated to take place at London's O2 Arena.
This fight presents an opportunity for "The Bronze Bomber" to achieve consecutive wins for the first time since 2019. Wilder's recent record includes a knockout victory in June, which followed defeats to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.
Derek Chisora, nicknamed "War," enters the contest on a three-fight winning streak, having defeated Gerald Washington, Joe Joyce, and Otto Wallin. At 42 years old, Chisora boasts significant experience, having faced numerous top heavyweights throughout his career.
This bout is pivotal for both fighters as they aim to reaffirm their positions as legitimate contenders in the heavyweight division. The event precedes Tyson Fury's return to the ring one week later, potentially setting the stage for future major heavyweight matchups.
