The Easter weekend boxing schedule kicked off with two main events.
Lauren Price retained her WBC, IBF and WBA welterweight titles against Stephanie Pineiro in Cardiff. Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder then faced off in London.
Wilder Victorious Over Chisora
Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora by split decision in a contest described as chaotic. Both fighters gave their all.
Having reached his 50th fight, Chisora had suggested he would retire. Whether he will remains to be seen.
Woodhall’s Analysis
Richie Woodhall, former boxing world champion, said Wilder isn’t the fighter he once was. Woodhall noted the fight’s entertainment value, praising both fighters’ efforts.
Woodhall also thanked Derek Chisora for his contribution to British boxing. He acknowledged Chisora’s near-wins against Oleksandr Usyk and Deontay Wilder.
Wilder Praises Chisora
Deontay Wilder expressed his affection for Derek Chisora. He said they are now best friends.
Wilder plans to invite Chisora to Alabama for a cookout.
Chisora’s Career Highlights
Derek Chisora has never won a world title in his 50-fight career. He has held the British, Commonwealth, and European heavyweight titles.
- Chisora won the British title in his 14th fight.
- He added the Commonwealth title in his 15th fight.
- Chisora claimed the European title in 2013 after his 22nd fight.
Chisora has consistently drawn a crowd in Britain, despite not winning at the highest level. Of his 13 losses, three have been against Tyson Fury. Other defeats include bouts against Vitali Klitschko, Oleksandr Usyk, David Haye, and Joseph Parker.
Prior to the Wilder fight, Chisora had won three consecutive fights.
Chisora Reflects on the Fight
Derek Chisora believes the rounds were close. He said he was upset, adding that if he hadn’t been on the ropes, he would’ve won. Chisora admitted that he lost the fight.
Chisora’s career has been marked by his willingness to accept challenges, even when the odds were against him. Should he retire, he will have the support of many fans.