Chisora thinks Wilder is too weak an opponent for him

Andrew Karlov Feb. 22, 2025, 12:01 p.m.
Dereck Chisora in the ring after his win over Otto Wallin. Getty Images
Dereck Chisora in the ring after his win over Otto Wallin. Getty Images

It's no secret that Dereck Chisora 's (36-13, 23 KOs) next fight, despite his excellent streak, will be his last and at the moment the search and negotiations are underway for a candidate to be his opponent. Chisora is eager to say a loud goodbye to his fans. But it's not about the win itself, it's about the show and a strong opponent.

In his most recent fights, Chisora has defeated Washington, Joyce and Wallin respectively. When asked about Deontay Wilder (43-4-1, 42 KOs), who he once wanted to fight, he flatly refused because in his opinion, Wilder is too weak today. Chisora, has won three important victories in a row, while Wilder has suffered four defeats in his last five appearances, three of them by knockout.

"I don't want an easy fight and that's what tonight's fight with Wilder will be. I need a challenge and a tough fight because only then can I make myself get up early in the morning and train hard. The fear factor drives you and motivates you to work hard, so I want this last fight to be really hard," Chisora said.

"We're going to sit down together in the next few weeks, work on it and pick an opponent that everyone will like. It's going to be a great fight," added Frank Warren, promoter of the former European heavyweight champion and two-time WBC title challenger.

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