Many boxing fans are not at all enthusiastic about voluntary defense Tyson Fury (32-0-1, 23 KOs) of his WBC heavyweight belt, but his promoters defend and justify their choice in favor of the contender Derek Chisora (33-12, 23 KOs).
“Tyson has had a break since April. The fight with Usyk could have taken place at the earliest at the end of February, so if not for the fight with Chisora, Fury could have gone to Usyk after a year break. And we wouldn't want that. He needs to be active, hence this meeting. He trained hard, so now he needs a fight. And Chisora ​​was the highest rated opponent who was free and ready to take on the challenge,” explained Frank Warren.
“I remember many years ago Tommy Morrison defeated Foreman and a contract was already signed to team him with Lennox Lewis. But Morrison's manager asked for another fight so that Tommy could better prepare for Lennox. Immediately after the first gong, Morrison rushed at the opponent, but Michael Bentt landed a right hand and it was all over. Morrison not only lost the fight, but also lost $10 million for his possible fight with Lewis. This is what sometimes happens to heavyweights. Of course, I consider Tyson Fury the king of the heavyweight and also the P4P rating. But when meeting with such a struggling person as Chisora, anything can happen. I have a lot of faith in Tyson and his skill, but I will still be in suspense on the evening of the fight with Chisora, ”said Bob Arum, the second promoter of the King of the Gypsies.
Fury vs. Chisora ​​3 will take place on December 3 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
