Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder meet tonight in London for a heavyweight clash that carries real intrigue despite both men being deep into their careers.
With this being the 50th fight for both men, fans are expecting at least one retirement when all is said and done. Chisora, 42, has said he will hang up the gloves win, lose or draw, but if he beats Wilder in style many feel it will be hard for him to resist one more. He steps through the ropes enjoying something of an Indian summer in his long career, having beaten Joe Joyce and Otto Wallin in his last two.
Wilder, who years ago would have been considered a heavy favourite in this match-up, has looked well past his best in his last high-level fights, losing to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang while, crucially, seeming unable to fire his famous right hand which has given him 43 knockouts from 44 wins. With no thought of losing entering his mind, he has said he will fight on, however a loss to Chisora, particularly if it comes inside the distance, will convince fans he no longer belongs at the top of the heavyweight division.
Stay with Boxing News for a live scorecard as the action unfolds and full fight results.
Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder live scorecard
This is a Boxing News live scorecard and not the official score from the judges.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chisora | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 111 |
| Wilder | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 114 |
Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder fight result
Wilder SD. 115-111 Wilder. 1115-112 Chisora. 115-113 Wilder.
A sloppy, all-action affair from two men fighting with everything on the line – and sloppy from referee Mark Bates. Chisora employed his pressure, Wilder waited to catch him coming in. Both had success in spurts, and showed impressive chins when on the end of the other’s success. Two knockdowns for Wilder, despite a questionable point off, sealed it, and he was a deserved winner. Most importantly, both men left the ring after their 50th contest healthy.
