Starting off March with a bang, DAZN’s 2026 boxing slate continued its action-packed start following Emanuel Navarrete’s dismantling of Eduardo Nunez, unifying WBO and IBF titles via an 11th round TKO.

The action continues this Saturday, March 14, when Arnold Barboza Jr. (32-1, 11 KOs) faces Kenneth “Bossman” Sims Jr. (22-3-1, 8 KOs) in a must-win fight for both boxers. Sims Jr. most recently took a controversial loss at the hands of Oscar Duarte in August, while Barboza lost his WBO World Super Lightweight fight to Teofimo Lopez last May.

Both fighters look to get back to their winning ways in Anaheim, Calif., as former interim champion Barboza Jr. seeks another shot at a title while Sims Jr. looks to initiate another nine fight win streak in the Honda Center. Main event ring walks are set to commence at 11 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. PT.

The stacked undercard puts the WBA, WBO and Ring minimumweight titles on the line when Oscar Collazo (13-0, 10 KOs) challenges Jesus Haro (13-3, 2 KOs) in the co-main event. 

Undisputed and undefeated flyweight champion Gabriela Fundora (17-0, 9 KOs) will fight Viviana Ruiz Corredor (10-2, 5 KOs) with her IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO and Ring Flyweight Titles on the line in a highly anticipated 10-round bout. 

Another premier fight takes place this Saturday in Ireland when Anthony Cacace (24-1, 9 KOs) challenges Jazza Dickens (36-5, 15 KOs) for his WBA super featherweight belt. Coverage from Dublin for Dickens’ first title defense begins at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT. 

Rolling into next month, DAZN’s boxing coverage will see former heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) face two-time world title contender Derek Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) at the O2 in London on April 4. 

In both heavyweight’s 50th professional fight, Chisora seeks his fourth-straight win to head into retirement while Wilder also heads to London fresh off a TKO of Tyrrell Anthony Herndon. The pair of longtime friends were set to fight 13 years ago before Wilder’s withdrawal to travel issues, but will finally get a chance to duke it out on Chisora’s home soil on April 4. 

The entire slew of fights is streaming worldwide on DAZN and can be viewed via a DAZN subscription. Purchase your subscription at THIS LINK to watch over 185 fights a year airing worldwide exclusively on DAZN. 

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UPCOMING EVENTS ON DAZN

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Barboza vs. Sims Jr. Press Conference

4pm ET / 1pm PT

WATCH HERE

Friday, March 13, 2026

Barboza vs. Sims Jr. Weigh-in

WATCH HERE

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Arnold Barboza Jr. vs. Kenneth Sims Jr.

Honda Center | Anaheim, Calif. 

WATCH THE FIGHT HERE

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Anthony Cacace vs. Jazza Dickens

3Arena | Dublin, Ireland

WATCH THE FIGHT HERE

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Deontay Wilder vs. Derek Chisora

The O2  | London, England 

WATCH THE FIGHT HERE

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• Jarrell Miller makes bold prediction for Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora
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MF Pro and DAZN will team up to deliver some of the biggest fights in the sport, including April 4’s blockbuster heavyweight clash between Dereck Chisora and Deontay Wilder. 

MF Pro has grabbed the world’s attention with Chisora vs. Wilder and today delivers another knockout announcement, by partnering with global sports entertainment giant DAZN. 

News of another exciting MF Pro show, live only on DAZN, will be announced tomorrow. 

Kalle Sauerland, who has promoted close to 50 world champions in his illustrious career, said: “MF Pro sent shockwaves through the sport when announcing Chisora vs. Wilder and today we deliver yet another statement of intent by announcing this long-term deal with DAZN. 

“DAZN is the global home of boxing and there is no better place to showcase MF Pro events, to DAZN’s huge audience of sports fans around the world. 

“We are thrilled to be partnering with DAZN and can’t wait to work together on delivering must-see fights.” 

Pete Oliver, CEO of Growth Markets at DAZN, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome MF Pro to DAZN, underlining our position as the global home of boxing. 

“DAZN already works with the sport’s leading promoters and delivers an unrivalled schedule of major fight nights to fans worldwide. Adding MF Pro enhances the breadth of our boxing offering even further. 

“With excitement building around marquee events such as Chisora vs Wilder, this partnership reinforces DAZN as the platform where the biggest fights and elite promoters come together.” 

Chisora vs. Wilder, on April 4, is available globally on DAZN PPV. 

Fans can also sign up to DAZN Ultimate, the definitive boxing subscription, which includes a minimum of 12 PPVs a year, including Ryan Garcia vs Mario Barrios and this explosive heavyweight encounter, plus more than 180 other great fights. 
 

LONDON, February 4, 2026 — Live from Glaziers Hall in London, UK, two immovable forces in  Derek “War” Chisora and Deontay Wilder stepped up to the stage to discuss their upcoming head-on collision on April 4 at London’s O2 Arena, live exclusively on DAZN worldwide and presented by MF Pro and Queensberry Promotions.

Widely regarded as the toughest heavyweight of his generation, Derek Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) and Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) encompass a must-see showdown as both fighters will be making their 50th professional bout appearance, putting pride, legacy, and the future of their careers on the line in this high-stakes heavyweight spectacle. The winner will immediately be thrust into the boxing world spotlight as they’ll earn a chance at dethroning Oleksandr Usyk.

Most recently, Wilder – the former WBC heavyweight champion – ended a two-fight losing streak after he put down Tyrrell Herndon via a seventh-round TKO last June. This time around, he’ll aim to stack back-to-back victories against one of England’s top heavyweights over the last decade-plus. As for Chisora, the former heavyweight title challenger is enjoying a career revival after winning three consecutive fights over Gerald Washington, Joe Joyce, and Otto Wallin. 

Hosted by Adam Smith, below is what the fighters and their teams had to say ahead of the iconic heavyweight showdown. 

Deontay Wilder 

On why this fight against Derek Chisora and why now…

“I believe in divine timing. Why not here? Some of the best boxing fans in the world live here. We have the O2 Arena, Derek Chisora, and I’m looking forward to this…I need it. I need Derek more than he needs me. I feel like I’ve been broken down and rebuilt, with high spirits. I can’t wait.”

On this being a must-win fight…

“This is definitely a must win for me. Not only a win, but I need a devastating win. I need a knockout. I don’t want anyone to get our friendship misconstrued – we don’t fake it. That said, when fight night arrives, everything will switch off. You will see two enemies in the ring that are going to try to whoop each other. I told Derek [Chisora], ‘I want you to try to kill me,’ because I need that.”

On why he has so much respect for Derek Chisora…

“Respect is earned and not given. This is another man who risks his life in the ring. This is all I ever felt from him. When you get out of the ring and release that energy, it brings you closer. I think this fight will bring us even closer.”

On who is the star of this fight…

“I don’t think one name is bigger than the other. Many guys wouldn’t fight their friends, so you know we have sick minds to want to fight each other like this.” 

On if he can get back into his fighting mentality after the Fury fight…

That mentality is there and ready to bust out. It will be there on April 4. I’ve been through a lot outside of the ring. I’ve had to do a lot of work mentally. We’re fighters but we’re not robots. We have lives outside of boxing and emotions. In life, no one person has it all figured out. But here I am now, rebuilding myself. I still have more left. The fire is still in me and it will show.”

Derek Chisora 

On why the buildup to the fight seems so cool and casual…

“We’re old – can you imagine two grown men wrestling? We want to sell this fight in a different way. There’s so much love between me and him [Deontay Wilder]…I always wanted to fight him. One of my favorite things about this whole thing is I introduced him to fish and chips…he’s my boy.”

On finally getting to see this matchup…

“If fighters speak to each other then fights would be happening. If you want to fight somebody, speak to them yourself. I’m just happy me and him [Deontay Wilder] are fighting and that Frank [Warren] is with me today.”

On what his last fight holds…

“Right now we’re just happy to be in the same room hanging out with each other. But when he [Deontay Wilder] arrives in April for that first press conference, it’s done. The friendship is out the window. Then after four, five, six rounds, when we hug and shake, we’ll be back as brothers.”

On who is the star in this fight…

“We are both the stars. I believe if he [Deontay Wilder] wasn’t here, we probably wouldn’t have this big crowd here. He has better knockouts than me, so I think he’s a bigger star than me.”

Amer Abdallah, President, MF Pro 

On being involved in this heavyweight event…

“For me, Derek [Chisora] and Deontay [Wilder] are personal friends of mine, so to be able to put a fight like this together is a tremendous honor. This is MF Pro coming out of the gates and this is traditional boxing, our inception with Chisora and Wilder. It couldn’t be better to have Frank [Warren] and Queensberry as our partner promoter, while also being aired worldwide on DAZN. April 4 is going to be an absolute blast.” 

Alfie Sharman, VP at DAZN

On what makes this fight appealing…

“These two are icons of heavyweight boxing. It’s going to be an amazing throw down on April 4, live exclusively on DAZN and at the O2.”

Shelly Finkel, Wilder Manager 

On what excites him about the challenge of Deontay Wilder going against Derek Chisora… 

“Everyone says how calm and mild this guy is, but I know the other Chisora. I was there when he turned the table over and I had to jump to get out of the way. This is a great test. I believe my guy will win, but I don’t think it’s easy by any means. It’s a very dangerous fight and I’m glad I’m part of it.”

“My guy is coming to win, and win by knockout. And if he doesn’t, it’s because he’s [Deontay Wilder] as good as people say.”

Kalle Sauerland, MF Pro

On if this fight is win-at-all-cost for both fighters…

“Let’s keep it real, they’re [Chisora and Wilder] at the twilight of their careers. But what a crime it would be if this generation didn’t get to see this fight. They both have their legacies, but it might be time to say goodbye to one of them on April 4.”

Frank Warren, Chairman and Founder of Queensberry Promotions

On his excitement going into this fight…

“I’m a fight fan. Some fights have fight written all over it, and this is one of those. In this fight, it’s the facts of life. The loser will go home and the winner will go on. Both of these guys [Chisora and Wilder] are walk forward fighters. As soon as that bell goes you’re going to get a war.”

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NEW YORK CITY (February 2, 2026) – The heart of Times Square stood still today as former WBC World Heavyweight Champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) and veteran powerhouse Derek “WAR” Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) came face-to-face for the first time, officially announcing their high-stakes bout scheduled for April 4, 2026, at The O2 Arena in London, United Kingdom.

The face-off, staged in front of hundreds of fans and a global media presence at Duffy Square, marked the electrifying kickoff of one of the year’s most anticipated heavyweight clashes — promoted by MF Pro, under the leadership of Amer Abdallah and Kalle Sauerland.

Wilder Eyes a Statement Victory on UK Soil

Deontay Wilder, the hard-hitting American known for his thunderous knockouts and unrelenting fight spirit, didn’t mince words at the event. Wilder, who last fought in late 2025, enters this bout with renewed focus and sees the UK stage as an opportunity to reignite his march toward heavyweight supremacy.

“This is more than just a comeback — this is a warning shot to the entire heavyweight division,” said Wilder. “I respect Chisora. He’s tough, he’s gritty, but on April 4, I remind the world why I’m still the most dangerous man in boxing.”

Chisora Promises Chaos at The O2

Never one to back down from a war, Derek Chisora, the UK’s beloved warrior, stood defiant across from Wilder in Times Square. Known for his relentless style and iron chin, Chisora vowed to bring the heat in front of a hometown crowd at The O2. “This is what I live for,” Chisora growled. “The bright lights, the big fights, the doubters — bring them all. April 4, it’s WAR in my backyard, and I’m coming to shock the world.”

Amer Abdallah, President of MF Pro and former world kickboxing champion turned boxing executive, framed the moment as a landmark for heavyweight boxing. “You have two of the most exciting fighters in the sport — Wilder with that one-punch equalizer power and Chisora with unmatched heart and pressure. It’s a can’t-miss fight,” said Abdallah, who believes this is a true global heavyweight event. “We wanted to announce this in the world’s biggest media center — Times Square — because this fight is a global blockbuster.”

Renowned promoter Kalle Sauerland emphasized the significance of bringing this bout to London. “Two massive names, and two legends of the sport meet on one memorable, historic night in the heavyweight division.” Sauerland said. “Chisora vs. Wilder will be a true heavyweight shoot-out with one legend departing from the sport and one going on to further glory. We at MF Pro, as well as our partners at DAZN and Queensberry are proud to deliver this to boxing fans exclusively live on DAZN and for those lucky enough to witness the spectacle live from the iconic O2 in London. The world will witness a piece of boxing history being made in a fight which will be watched on repeat for decades to come. The stakes are sky-high; this is all about legacy, it’s history and it’s going to be spine-tingling.

SAINT PETERSBURG – Murad Khalidov established himself as a major player in the heavyweight division with a breathtaking seventh round knockout of Sergey Kuzmin in their heavily-hyped all-Russian barnstormer at BETCITY IBA Pro 10 in Saint Petersburg.

The grudge match lived up to its explosive billing, with Khalidov (11-0, 6 KOs) and Kuzmin (19-3, 14 KOs) trading heavy leather from the opening bell before a packed KSK Arena.

Khalidov, the Dagestani destroyer returning from an 11-year boxing hiatus, set a blistering pace, snapping Kuzmin’s head back with stinging uppercuts and relentless pressure. Kuzmin fought back valiantly, using his educated left jab to keep Khalidov at bay and landing sharp counters of his own in a back-and-forth battle that electrified the crowd.

As the fight reached its climax, Khalidov’s aggression overwhelmed Kuzmin. In the seventh, he unleashed a ferocious combination, trapping Kuzmin on the ropes with a crushing left hook followed by a straight right that sent the veteran crumpling to the canvas. The referee waved off the contest, awarding Khalidov the most emphatic win of his career and marking the first stoppage loss for Kuzmin.

Now unbeaten in eleven, Khalidov wasted little time in calling for a match-up against a host of top names in the heavyweight division; including Uzbek star Bakhodir Jalolov, British war-horse Derek Chisora and Congolese bogeyman Martin Bakole.

“I want to fight Bakhodir Jalolov next,” said Khalidov after his explosive knockout victory.

“If he doesn’t cling to his ‘0’ like a lifeline, he will accept this fight – and it won’t be easy for him.

“I also want to fight Derek [Chisora] and [Martin] Bakole,” Khalidov continued.

“Guys, I am ready. You are next. I want your head!”

IBA Pro CEO Al Siesta was quick to praise both men for their epic battle, before putting Khalidov’s name in the conversation for a huge heavyweight showdown next.

“We saw tonight the birth of a new star in the heavyweight division,” said Siesta.

“Mura [Khalidov] is known for his exciting style and brutal knockouts and tonight he showed those qualities against a top-level opponent in Sergey Kuzmin. Nobody has ever defeated Kuzmin in such spectacular fashion. It was a statement victory.

“We now know Mura is ready for anyone in the heavyweight division. There is [Bakhodir] Jalolov, Chisora, Bakole or the winner of Makhmudov vs Allen – we are ready. The Dagestani Destroyer is coming for everyone!”

In the chief support of the evening, Vage Sarukhanyan produced a career-best performance to capture the Russian super-lightweight title after a pulsating decision win over Georgii Chelokhsaev.

Armenian-born Sarukhanyan (22-4-2, 4 KOs), who entered the fight as wide as a 6-to-1 betting underdog, boxed intelligently on the back foot; using his lateral movement and sharp counters to stifle the advancing Chelokhsaev (24-3-1, 16 KOs) and pick up the deserved upset victory. 

Elsewhere on the undercard, heavyweight star Bakhodir Jalolov extended his unbeaten professional record with a hard-fought points win over Vitaly Kudukhov after eight fiercely competitive rounds.

Jalolov (16-0, 14 KOs) began the bout on the offensive, controlling the distance behind his southpaw jab and looking for openings to land his signature left-hand. However, Kudukhov (7-4, 3 KOs) stuck gamely to his task, forcing ‘The Big Uzbek’ to stand and trade as the two men went to war down the stretch.

Nevertheless, it was the cleaner punching and superior skill-set of Uzbek star Jalolov that was enough to secure the victory on the judges’ scorecards.

In their heavily-hyped super-welterweight crossover contest, Andrey ‘Wushu Master’ Efimov scored a crushing third round knockout over Kamariddin ‘Kamil Karate’ Khasanov.

Boxing behind a sharp jab in the opening two rounds, Efimov (1-0, 1 KO) would burst into life in the third, trapping Khasanov (0-1) against the ropes and unloading with a violent left-hook, before a straight right hand sent the Tajik fighter face first onto the canvas. Though Khasanov attempted to beat the count, he was spared further punishment by the referee.

Super-lightweight contender Khariton Agrba got back to winning ways with a clinical display to outpoint the rugged Charles Shinima (19-3, 13 KOs) over ten rounds.

Agrba (16-1, 9 KOs) boxed intelligently in booking the win, rebounding from his first career defeat in style and putting his world championship aspirations firmly back on track.

Nikita Kuzmin (1-0 IBA Pro) produced a dominant performance to comprehensively shut-out Nekruz Salimov (1-1 IBA Pro) on the scorecards in their six round IBA Pro middleweight encounter. 

Alexander Zyryanov (1-0 IBA Pro) kicked off his IBA Pro career with a dazzling fourth-round stoppage win over Uzbek prospect Khikmatillo Ulmasov (0-1 IBA Pro) in their four round welterweight contest.

Light-heavyweight talent Cheerav Ashalaev (1-0) impressed in his professional debut, utilising his superior speed and skillset to outpoint Sajad Mehrabi (6-6-2, 4 KOs) over six rounds.

Saint Petersburg super-lightweight prospect Tamerlan Ozdoev (3-0, 1 KO) edged the game Juma Kijo (7-2, 3 KOs) via six round unanimous decision.

Karina Tazabekova (6-0, 1 KO) outpointed Zambia’s Lina Kasweka (9-3, 4 KOs) in their six round super-bantamweight bout.

Super-welterweight debutant Igor Sviridchenkov (1-0, 1 KO) halted Thailand’s Rattawut Thongaram (10-5, 8 KOs) via TKO in two.

Derek Chisora isn’t done yet. The popular British heavyweight warrior won a hotly contested 12-round unanimous decision over Otto Wallin in front of a raucous crowd at The Manchester Arena in Manchester, England.

Chisora was in the face of Wallin from the opening bell. He landed some wild haymaker shots that seemed to have Wallin off his game. Wallin did well to land in between, but there were much fewer and far in between.

In round five, Chisora was cut bad both above and below his right eye.

Despite the blood, in round nine, Chisora landed a hard right hand in the corner that Wallin on the canvas. The battled to the closing bell.

Chisora, 259 lbs won by scores of 117-109, 116–110 and 114-112 and is now 36-13. Wallin of Sweden is now 27-3-0-1.

Sofiane Khati stopped Nathan Heaney in round seven of their 10-round middleweight bout.

In round five, Heanery was cut over his left eye.

In round seven, Khati landed a flush left and followed with a hard right that put Heaney on the deck. Heaney spit out his mouthpiece to buy some time. Moments later, Heaney ate a big left hook on the ropes and the fight was stopped at 1:08.

Khati, 159 lbs of France is 18-5 with seven knockouts. Heaney, 159 lbs of Stafford, ENG is 18-2-1.

Jack Rafferty broke down Reece McMillian en-route to a seventh round stoppage in a 12-round junior weterweight bout.

In round six, McMillian began to bleed around his right eye. Rafferty ramped up the pressure in round seven as he landed a hard flurry of punches and the corner of McMillian threw in the towel at 1:37.

Rafferty, 139 lbs of Manchester is 25-0 with 16 knockouts. McMillian, 139 lbs is 17-2.

Zach Parker won a 10-round unanimous decision over Mickeal Diallo in a light heavyweight bput.

In round four, Diallo was cut around his right eye from am accidental headbutt.

In round eight, Parker was cut around his left eye.

Parker, 173 lbs won by scores of 98-92, 98-93 and 97-94 and is now 26-1. Diallo, 174 lbs of France is 21-2-2.

Zak Miller won a 12-round majority decision over previously undefeated Masoud Abdulah to win the British and Commonwealth featherweight titles.

In round nine, Miller was cut over his left eye.

Miller, 125 lbs of Manchester, ENG won by scores of 115-113, 115-114 and 114-114 and is now 16-1. Abdulah, 125 lbs of London is 11-1.

Lewis Williams won a four-round decision over Christian Uwaka in a heavyweight bout.

Williams, 230 lbs of Lennington Spa, ENG won by a 40-36 score and is now 2-0. Uwaka, 219 lbs of Portsmouth, ENG is 1-5.

A MIGHTY CLASH of the heavyweights will take place at the Co-op Live in Manchester on Saturday February 8 when Derek Chisora enters into his 49th professional fight against Otto Wallin.

Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster on Friday 29^th November, from 10:00 am.

Watch the ‘Last Dance’ Chisora vs Wallin live on TNT Sports in the UK and Ireland.

British stalwart Chisora, fresh from winning a unanimous decision over Joe Joyce in London back in July, gets to tick a wish off his publicised bucket list for the conclusion of his career by fighting in Manchester and he will get to do it at the recently opened largest arena in Europe, situated on the Etihad Campus.

The two-time world title challenger, 40, has won two in a row since his second world championship tilt against Tyson Fury in December 2022, having previously been outpointed by Vitali Klitschko for the WBC belt in 2012.

His current record stands at 35-13 (23 KOs), with Chisora having fought the vast majority of heavyweight champions and contenders across since beginning his career in 2007. He fought Fury on three occasions, Dillian Whyte twice, Joseph Parker twice, Kubrat Pulled twice, Oleksandr Usyk, David Price, Carlos Takam, Agit Kabayel and David Haye amongst many others.

Wallin, 27-2 (15 KOs), who resides in New York, is battling his way back into heavyweight contention following his defeat to Anthony Joshua, which featured as part of Riyadh Season in December of last year.

The 34-year-old from Sweden came into the fight off the back of a strong victory over Murat Gassiev in Antalya, Turkey, where he secured a decision over the ferocious punching former cruiserweight world champion.

The Gassiev win was the culmination of a six-fight winning streak for Wallin – which included a success over Dominic Breazeale – following a major step-up in September 2015 when he took on Tyson Fury in Las Vegas.

It turned out not to be a routine victory for Fury, who was one fight into his trilogy sequence with Deontay Wilder, with the Gypsy King suffering a horrific cut that required 47 stitches and being considered fortunate to make it to the end of the fight.

Derek Chisora, ahead of entering his 49^th professional fight, said: “I’ve had some amazing nights in Manchester, both in the ring and in the warehouse raves so was its only right I had one last dance up north. Come February 8th I’m going to be bringing WAR to Wallin, be ready for my penultimate showreel knockout.”

Otto Wallin stated: “I think this is a great fight at the right time for me. I’m looking forward to fighting in Manchester, and I know I’m walking into the Lion’s Den, but I will be ready for it and ready to get the victory!”

This massive event’s chief support is a domestic Light-Heavyweight clash between two former world title challengers, Willy Hutchinson 18-2 (13) and Zach Parker 25-1 (18).

Also featuring is a British and Commonwealth Super-Lightweight clash between Jack Rafferty, 24-0 (15) and Kane Gardner, 17-3 (7). Masood Abdulah, 11-0 (7) will defend his Commonwealth title against Manchester’s Zak Miller 14-1 (3), while Stoke’s favourite Nathan Heaney, 18-1-1 (6) will make his return to the ring.

Promoter Frank Warren added: “This is a heavyweight fight I expect to deliver in a big way. Obviously Derek needs absolutely no introductions and fully deserves such a showpiece occasion on a magnificent stage against a top class contender.

“He has stated that he wants to hit a half century of fights and that he wants one of his final two to be in Manchester, so we are delighted to make this possible for him and to stage our first promotion at the impressive Co-op Live arena, which I hope will be packed out for Derek’s 49th fight.

“Otto has been on the brink of heavyweight glory before and backs himself to return to the top table. Unfortunately, he just didn’t get going when he got his big shot at Anthony Joshua, so this presents a major opportunity for Otto to put himself back at the forefront of what is a booming division.”

“This card also features a fantastic undercard. Boxing fans are in for a real treat on February 8^th”

•  Joe Joyce 281.2 lbs. vs. Derek Chisora 256.7 lbs
(Heavyweight — 12 Rounds)

   •  Ryan Garner 129.4 lbs vs. Archie Sharp 129.1 lbs
(Garner’s WBC International Junior Lightweight Title — 10 Rounds)

•    Moses Itauma 239.8 lbs vs. Mariusz Wach 287.4 lbs
 (Itauma’s WBO Intercontinental Heavyweight Title — 10 Rounds)

Top Rank Boxing on ESPN presented by AutoZone: Joyce vs. Chisora will be presented live Saturday, July 27, at 3:30 p.m. ET/ 12:30 p.m. PT, exclusively on ESPN+ in the U.S. The event takes place at The O2 in London.  

In the 12-round heavyweight main event, former WBO Interim world champion Joe Joyce takes on two-time world title challenger Derek “War” Chisora. Two additional bouts will be featured on the ESPN+ stream, including Britain’s next heavyweight hopeful, Moses Itauma (9-0, 7 KOs), fighting Polish former world title challenger Mariusz Wach (38-10, 20 KOs).

Joyce (16-2, 15 KOs), a 2016 Rio Olympic silver medalist, defeated former world champions Bermane Stiverne and Joseph Parker and then-unbeaten prospect Daniel Dubois en route to a 15-0 record. He experienced his first pro setbacks in 2023 with consecutive stoppage losses to Zhilei Zhang. Joyce rebounded in March with a 10^th-round knockout over Kash Ali. Chisora (34-13, 23 KOs) is a 17-year pro who twice challenged for the WBC crown, once against Vitali Klitschko in February 2012 and again in his third fight with Tyson Fury in December 2022. Chisora returns following a 10^th-round stoppage over former world title challenger Gerald Washington last August.
 

Timothy Bradley Jr. and Bernardo Osuna will call the action from Los Angeles.

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July 24: Last chance for Joe Joyce, can he revive his career against Derek Chisora? After coming so close to a title shot before until two knockout defeats, Joe Joyce still believes he can be champion. Can he accomplish his goal? He needs a massive win against Chisora on July 27.

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LONDON HEAVYWEIGHT TITANS Joe Joyce and Derek Chisora will headline at The O2 on Saturday July 27 when the Juggernaut will be confronted by War, live on TNT Sports.

It is a domestic collision that appears to have been on the table for some time, with Joyce (16-2, 15 KOs), having been calling out the name of the veteran formerly known as Delboy since 2019.

Tickets for Joyce vs Chisora are on O2 Priority presale from 5pm today (Wednesday, 22 May), Venue presale tomorrow (Thursday, 23 May) and on general sale at 5pm on Friday, 24 May available from axs.com and ticketmaster.co.uk.

Two-time world title challenger Chisora (34-13, 23) rebounded from his stoppage defeat to Tyson Fury in late 2022 with a decision victory over Gerald Washington in August of last year at The O2. Names such as Carlos Takam, Dillian Whyte, Senad Gashi, Artur Szpilka, Oleksandr Usyk, Joseph Parker and Kubrat Pullev have featured on the Finchley man’s CV since 2018.

Joyce has also mixed in strong company, recording victories over Takam, Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker before coming off second best in back-to-back WBO Interim title fights against the Chinese giant Zhilei Zhang.

The Putney man got his name back in the win column in Birmingham back in March when he defeated Kash Ali via a 10th round KO.

Both fighters are striving to return to the buoyant top end of the world heavyweight division that is currently dominating the landscape in fight sports.

“This is a proper old school heavyweight fight that seems to have been a long time in the making,” said promoter Frank Warren. “I remember it being talked about strongly even before we teamed up with Joe and it has always struck me as a natural and obvious fight to make.

“Two top London heavies fighting it out for a place back at the top table promises to deliver a cracking scrap. The winner is right back in business, with no real place to go for the loser.”

The full undercard including Dennis McCann, Henry Turner, Archie Sharp, Sean Noakes and Aadam Hamed plus more will be announced in the coming weeks.

Tickets for Joyce vs Chisora are on O2 Priority presale from 5pm today (Wednesday, 22 May), Venue presale tomorrow (Thursday, 23 May) and on general sale at 5pm on Friday, 24 May available from axs.com and ticketmaster.co.uk.

Former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua took out Robert Helenius in round seven of their 12 round heavyweight bout at The O2 Arena in London.

The fight lacked action for the most most part. Joshua slowly turned up his punch rate in round’s five and six. In round seven, Joshua uncorked a right hand that landed on the jaw that plummeted Helenius on his back and the fight was over at 1:27.

Joshua, 250 lbs of Watford, ENG is now 26-3 with 23 knockouts. Helenius, 249.4 lbs of Mariehamm, FIN is 32-5.

Helenius took the fight on about four-days notice after original opponent Dillian Whyte was taken out of the fight due to a failed test for a banned substance,

Chisora Decisions Washington

In a battle of former world title challenger, Derek Chisora grinded out a 10-round unanimous decision over Gerald Washington in a heavyweight bout.

Chisora, 251.1 lbs of Finchley, ENG won by scores of 98-93, 97-94 and 96-94 and is now 34-13. Washington, 237.9 lbs of Vallejo, CA is 20-6-1.

Hrgovic Stops McKean in 12th

IBF number-one ranked Filip Hrgovic stopped previously undefeated Demsey McKean in the 12th and final round of their heavyweight fight.

The fight mostly lacked action. In round 12, Hrgovic landed an overhand right that hurt McKean, who staggered into the ropes. The referee started a count and then the fight was stopped at 1:01.

Hrgovic, 243.1 lbs of Zagreb, CRO is 16-0 with 13 knockouts. McKean, 245.5 lbs of Queensland, AUS is 22-1.

Fisher Stops Armstrong in 7

Johnny Fisher remained undefeated with a seventh round stoppage of Harry Armstrong in a 10-round heavyweight bout,

Fisher went to work right away as he dropped Armstrong 10 seconds into the fight when he came out swinging from his heels and landed a big right hand.

In round seven, Fisher dropped Armstrong with a massive overhand Fisher followed that up with a big flurry that was highlighted by a crushing right on the ropes that forced a referee stoppage at 1:19.

Fisher, 242.8 lbs of Romford, ENG is 10-0 with nine knockouts. Armstrong, 250,8 lbs of Torquay, ENG is 5-2-1.

Hatton Decisions Ansell

Campbell Hatton remained undefeated with a eight-round decision over Tom Ansell in a super lightweight contest.

Hatton, 141.8 lbs of Hyde, ENG won by a 78-74 score and is now 13-0. Ansell, 141.9 lbs of Hitchin, ENG is 10-5.

George Liddard stayed undefeated with a six-round decision over Bas Ootwerweghel in a middleweight bout.

Liddell, 162.3 lbs of Billericay, ENG won by a 59-55 tally and is 4-0. Ooterweghel, 164.7 lbs of Tilburg, NET is 5-2.

Brandon Scott remained undefeated with a six-round decision over Louis Norman in a featherweight fight.

Scott, 131.9 lbs of Swansea, WAL won by a 60-54 score and is now 6-0. Norman, 133.9 lbs of Shepshed, ENG is 14-14-1.

Maiseyrose Courtney remained undefeated with a six-round decision over Gemma Ruegg in a super flyweight contest.

Courtney, 114.4 lbs of Eltham, ENG won by a 60-54 score and is now 4-0. Ruegg, 113.8 lbs of Bournemouth, ENG is 7-8.

LONDON (Dec. 1, 2022) — The Tyson Fury Roadshow returned to London this week, and the undefeated WBC/Lineal heavyweight world champion arrived at Thursday’s press conference in a flashy suit, and proceeded to entertain the masses in typical “Gypsy King” fashion.

Fury (32-0-1, 23 KOs) will defend his crown this Saturday (ESPN+, 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT) against longtime rival Derek Chisora (33-12, 23 KOs) at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in front of an expected sold-out crowd of roughly 70,000. Fury defeated Chisora in 2011 (UD 12) and 2014 (TKO 10), but this is the first time they will fight with the heavyweight title on the line.

Since their second meeting, Fury went on to topple Wladimir Klitschko for the heavyweight title, participate in a historic trilogy against Deontay Wilder, and pack a UK-record 94,000 fans into Wembley Stadium for his April 2022 showdown against Dillian Whyte. Chisora continued as one of Britain’s most popular attractions, most recently edging two-time world title challenger Kubrat Pulev by split decision.

At the press conference, this is what Fury, Chisora and Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum had to say.Tyson Fury

“Whoever fights Derek Chisora is in for a fuc*ing good fight. That’s what we know. That’s what we prepared for. And he was available and ready to rock n’ roll. He stepped up to the plate, and bang, here we are. There’s going to be a throwdown for the fans right before Christmas.”

“I needed to fight this year regardless of who it was. I love fighting. I always need to fight. I wish I could fight every single month of my life. Derek’s the same. We love to fight. So, if we could fight 12 times next year, that’d be fantastic.”

“I’m doing what I love to do. I’m getting paid to do what I love. I take my career very seriously. I’m looking forward to it. I cannot wait to get out there, put on a show and entertain. Come Saturday night, there’s no friendship. There are no friends in business, and this is a business transaction. So, we’re going to go in there, punch the fuck out of each other, and then afterward we can have a nice little sandwich, a nice cup of tea, whatever he wants. Not a problem. But while we’re in there, we’re in fight mode. We’re going to put on a great show.”

Derek Chisora

“I can’t sit here and try to be more aggressive to Tyson and try to say so many bad words because the man I’m looking at right now is giving me an opportunity when nobody wanted to give me an opportunity. He called me up and he said to me, ‘I want to fight you. I want to give you a big payday.’ And I said, ‘Yes. Let’s make it happen.’ For me to sit here and try to talk shit and say so many bad things about a man who is actually giving me food on the table for my kids, I cannot.”

“All these guys in the game don’t want me to be on this stage. But, come Saturday, I can guarantee you this: friendship will be out of the door. Me and this big man are going to get it on. I’m not going to try to hold back on anything. Come Saturday, I’m going to war. I want to take what’s his and make it mine.”

“I was born in Africa. And one thing we do in Africa is we don’t give up. You only give up when you die. That’s the African mentality. Africa is a {continent} that keeps giving and giving. You can take anything you want, but we’ve got more than you can take. So, we don’t give up.”

Bob Arum

“I don’t see any reason why the [Oleksandr] Uysk fight with Tyson Fury can’t be made speedily without much trouble. I know the Usyk people very well. His manager, Egis Klimas, is a really good friend of mine. He manages Lomachenko and Janibek. I’ve dealt with him a whole lot over the years. I know Oleksandr Usyk. I know he wants the fight. I talked with Tyson a little while ago, and he wants the fight. That fight will happen next unless Mr. Chisora lands his punch. Don’t discount Chisora. He is a hell of a fighter. He has a tremendous punch. I remember when he fought Usyk. He gave Uysk life or death. That fight could have gone either way. You can’t, in this business, count your chickens before they hatch.”

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Daniel Dubois vs. Kevin Lerena, 12 rounds, Dubois’ WBA ‘Regular” Heavyweight Title
 
Yvan Mendy vs. Denys Berinchyk, 12 rounds, Mendy’s European Lightweight Title
 
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TYSON FURY REVEALED that he placed himself in near splendid isolation during preparations for Saturday’s WBC world heavyweight title defence against Derek Chisora at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

The Gypsy King has been making merry in Morecambe ahead of trading blows for a third time against his old London rival and insists that boxing has been front and centre for him since training began in earnest.

Key projects were completed or put on pause so his full attention could be paid to what will be a third defence of his WBC belt. A third publication, a hopefully hit single and Netflix filming have been put to one side as focus has been trained solely on the day job.

“I completed the book before I started training camp, so that was done,” reported Tyson. “I recorded the single before I started training and I’ve just been doing remote interviews here and there regarding these projects.

“I carved out Netflix for the full fight camp so I can concentrate on my opponent. I physically, mentally and emotionally can’t do any more to win this fight. By the time the fight comes I will have done nine weeks training, nine weeks of isolation away from my family.

“SugarHill has been here and will have been for six or seven weeks by the time the fight comes around, I’ve had the nutritionist here for the full nine weeks and I have been alone in Morecambe Bay.

“I can’t do any more than that.

“I am isolating away from the family, keeping them at arm’s length and just living like a fighter. While I am in camp I am in Spartan mode and I can’t be around the family. I’ve got to have this fight attitude in order to win these fights, big fights.

“You can fight six-rounders or against low-level opposition in eight-rounders and stuff and you can fight them anywhere. When you are fighting 12-round fights for the world heavyweight title and everything is on the line, you do have to take it very, very seriously.”

Tyson went on to explain on the Queensberry YouTube channel how his relationship with the Fight Game is currently a harmonious one delivering him peace of mind along with glorious highs.

“My relationship with boxing? I am in a very good place with boxing at the moment. I’m back, I’m hungry, I’m putting the work in, I’m grinding. George Foreman said a long time ago, along with some other boxers, that it is difficult to run along the road at five in the morning when you’ve got your Versace slippers on and your silk pyjamas.

“I don’t find it that way. My attitude is that it’s easier for me running along the road knowing that I’m financially secure and have done all I’ve needed to do. This is a hobby now rather than a business or sport. This is my hobby and what I love to do.

“I’ve been in love with boxing for such a long time from being a little boy and I am 34 now, probably at the end of my career in the next few years. It has been a love-hate relationship and it has been toxic at times, but when it is good, it is very good.

“So we are in that relationship and I don’t just abandon things. I try and make things work and that is where we are at the minute. I’ve wanted to leave a lot of times but it always drags me back. It is like a massive drug and an addiction.

“I know it is an addiction and I am an addictive person. It is not my best friend, it is an addiction. It is abusive because, when I come to this gym it abuses my body, my mind and my soul, but afterwards I feel it takes me to ecstasy. The rush is unbelievable and it gives me the biggest highs ever, but it also gives me the lowest lows as well.

“Boxing is more addictive than any drug ever. Ever. Because you can’t let it go.”

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BT Sport Box Office will show Tyson Fury v Derek Chisora exclusively live on Saturday 3rd December. Live coverage starts from 7pm, with ring walks taking place at 9pm. Learn more at bt.com/sportboxoffice.

FIVE DAYS TO go until it is Tyson Fury time again, when the Gypsy King will rock up at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to take on his old rival Derek Chisora for the WBC world heavyweight championship.

There is heavyweight action at the double, because the WBA champion, the hulking Daniel Dubois, will be making a first defence of his title against the South African challenger Kevin Lerena.

BT Sport Box Office will show Tyson Fury v Derek Chisora exclusively live on Saturday 3rd December. Live coverage starts from 7pm, with ring walks taking place at 9pm. Learn more at bt.com/sportboxoffice.

The supporting cast to the heavyweights is now in place and, in what is a special attraction, there is a cracking fight for the EBU and WBO International lightweight titles between the vastly experienced French champion Yvan Mendy (47-5-1, 22 KOs) and his unbeaten challenger Denys Berinchyk (16-0, 9) from Ukraine.

Frank Warren and Queensberry in association with K2 Promotions are proud to provide a platform for Berinchyk to resume his career while the devastating invasion of his homeland continues.

Berinchyk is part of Ukraine’s Class of 2012 along with Vasiliy Lomachenko and Oleksandr Usyk, winning silver at the London Olympics. Famed for his spectacular ring entrances, Berinchyk has even tried his hand at bare knuckle boxing, where he defeated former UFC Fighter Artem Lobov via TKO.

“In March I had to stop my boxing activity and joined the team of volunteers who helped our troops and people in hot points,” explained Berinchyk. “We’ve been to many places very close to the front. It was not that easy to get back to the gym after everything, but I understood that Ukrainians need all kinds of wins, so I couldn’t miss a possibility to raise the Ukrainian flag in a European ring.”

For his part, Mendy is hoping that Berinchyk is coming to make a fight of it after being frustrated by slick movers in big fights previously.

“I have five losses on points,” said Mendy. “Three of my opponents competed in World Championship fights. Campbell, Postol and Tatli. These three boxers beat me on points, at home, and by fleeing the whole fight.”

Two of Queensberry’s Blue Chip prospects also feature on the card, with teenage prodigy Royston Barney-Smith (3-0, 1) having his fourth four rounder against the Nicaraguan Cruz Perez (3-3-1, 1), known as ‘The Pitbull’. Future light heavyweight Karol Itauma (8-0, 6)  has his ninth professional fight against the Slovakian Vladimir Belujsky (12-5-1, 8) – AKA Big Bad Vlad – who is based in Ireland.

“It is fantastic, I couldn’t ask for anything more from my promoter and manager Frank,” said Barney-Smith. “He is getting me on these top shows and is also doing a fantastic job promoting me and getting my name out there.”

“I am just blessed and grateful for the opportunities I have been given,” added Itauma. “Honestly, two Tyson Fury cards in one year is a blessing and I am going to take the opportunity with both hands.”

Tyson Fury comrades Isaac Lowe (21-2-3, 6) and Hosea Burton (27-3, 12) complete the card in six round fights at super featherweight and cruiserweight respectively.

BT Sport Box Office will show Tyson Fury v Derek Chisora exclusively live on Saturday 3rd December. Live coverage starts from 7pm, with ring walks taking place at 9pm. Learn more at bt.com/sportboxoffice.

LONDON (Oct. 20, 2022) — In what will be a sensational heavyweight double-header, the WBC and lineal world champion Tyson Fury will defend his crown against long-standing rival Derek Chisora at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday December 3 on a night where WBA world champion Daniel Dubois will make a first defence of his belt against South African southpaw Kevin Lerena, exclusively on BT Sport Box Office (UK & RoI) and ESPN+ (U.S.).

Fury, who intends on fighting Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed championship in the first part of 2023, will once again perform on UK soil following his April knockout of mandatory challenger Dillian Whyte in front of 94,000 fans at Wembley Stadium.

Promoted by Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions, in association with Top Rank, this will be the third meeting between Fury and Chisora. They first met in July 2011 with the British and Commonwealth titles at stake, and Fury prevailed by unanimous decision.

“I am thrilled to be delivering a Tyson Fury world title defence in front of the British fans in London,” said promoter Frank Warren. “Tyson clearly conquered America across his trilogy with Deontay Wilder and there is also huge demand to stage his fights from sites across the world.

“Tyson wanted to fight in his home country again this year following his special night at Wembley Stadium in April. This brings us to the magnificent Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and a match against an old rival in Derek Chisora.

“Derek, also a big favourite with British fans, has reinvented himself in recent years and Tyson has long stated his wish to fight him for a third time.

“Tyson can’t afford any slip-up in this fight as he has the much-publicised undisputed match-up with Usyk in the New Year which we’re really looking forward to.

“I am also delighted that we have added Daniel Dubois to the card with a first defence of his WBA belt against Kevin Lerena. It makes it a real heavyweight night and Daniel represents the best of the new generation coming through.”

“Whenever Tyson Fury fights, it is a major event, and I expect him to once again put on a spectacular show for the fans,” said Top Rank chairman Bob Arum. “There are talks about what’s next for Tyson, but the first order of business is a battle against an extraordinarily tough fighter in Derek Chisora.”

Todd Kline, Chief Commercial Officer, Tottenham Hotspur, said: “Our stadium has firmly established itself as a leading venue in London for major sports and entertainment events.

“The AJ-Usyk fight in front of a record crowd here in Tottenham was a truly unforgettable spectacle and we are extremely excited to bring World Heavyweight Championship boxing back to N17 on 3 December. 

“The World Cup break leaves us in a unique position of having no sporting action at the stadium between November 13 – December 31 – what better way to satisfy the demand for world-class live sport before the Premier League returns.”

In between Fury fights, Chisora (33-12, 23 KOs) challenged for the WBC title and gave a good account of himself against Vitali Klitschko in Munich, before entering into a grudge match at West Ham United’s Upton Park against another British rival in David Haye.

He rebuilt from those setbacks by winning the WBO International, European and WBA International titles in a five-fight winning streak, setting up a return fight with Fury that took place at London’s
ExCel Arena in November 2014.

In recent years, Chisora has been involved in two close encounters with Dillian Whyte and one with Usyk, while defeating Carlos Takam, Artur Szpilka and David Price. Last year, he lost a pair of tight affairs with Joseph Parker.

His last fight was an exciting points victory over former world title challenger Kubrat Pulev in July.

Fury (32-0-1, 23 KOs) remains an undefeated champion and completed his remarkable return from the boxing wilderness with a resounding rematch victory over Deontay Wilder in February 2020, with the Bronze Bomber saved by his corner in the seventh round.

A trilogy battle followed eight months later, which delivered a Las Vegas thriller where Wilder was put down in rounds three and 10 and Fury down twice in round four before knocking out the former WBC ruler in the 11th.

The 25-year-old Dubois (18-1, 17 KOs) seized his world title belt in June when he travelled to Miami and demolished previous champion Trevor Bryan, inflicting a first defeat on the American via a fourth-round stoppage.

Lerena (28-1, 14 KOs), 30, is a recent addition to the heavyweight ranks, having established himself as the IBO world cruiserweight champion, making six defences of the title. At heavyweight he has recorded victories over Patrick Ferguson, Bogdan Dinu and Mariusz Wach, winning the WBA and IBO Intercontinental titles in the process.

Tickets for Tyson Fury vs. Derek Chisora for the WBC & Lineal Heavyweight Championship of the World at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium go on general sale at noon tomorrow (Friday, 21 October) from ticketmaster.co.uk.

Fans are encouraged to sign-up for Ticket Alerts at frankwarren.com to receive the direct ticket link on Friday.

Premium packages for the event will go on-sale via tottenhamhotspur.com, with an exclusive pre-sale for Tottenham Hotspur Premium Members commencing at noon today (Thursday, 20 October). 

Please note, this will be an open-air event with a likelihood of winter conditions at the time of year it is taking place. Ticket purchasers are strongly advised to wear appropriate clothing on the night as all seating within the stadium is outdoor.

Doors for the event will open at 5pm.

Derek Chisora evened up his series with Kubrat Pulev by winning a split decision in a 12-round heavyweight bout at The O2 Arena in London.

In round five, Pulev was cut on his left eyelid. It was a sloppy yet entertaining affair that saw each guy land some big shots throughout the contest.

Chisora landed 171 of 526 punches; Pulev was 200 of 796.

Each fighter won a scorecard by a 116-112 tally. A third card was 116-114 for Chisora.

Madrimov and Soro Fight to a Technical Draw

Israil Madrimov and Michel Soro fought to a technical draw when Soro suffered a bad cut in the third round of their 12-round junior middleweight rematch.

At the start of round three, The two clashed heads, and Soro began to bleed badly over his left eye. The fight was the sequel to a December rematch that saw Madrimov score a ninth round stoppage, but the stoppage may have come after the ninth round bell had sounded.

Ali Decisions Rojas

Ramla Ali remained undefeated with an eight-round decision over Agustina Rojas in a super bantamweight fight.

Ali, 122.14 kbs of Greewich, ENG won by an 80-72 score and is now 6-0. Rojas, 122.3 lbs of Villeurbanne, ARG is 6-2.

Agyarko Decisions Maciej

Caoimhin Agyarko won a 10-round unanimous decision over Lukasz Maciej in a super middleweight bout.

Agyarko, 153.12 lbs of Belfast, NI won by scores of 100-90 twice and 99-93 and is now 12-0. Maciej, 154 lbs of Lublin. POL is 28-5-1.

Wardley Stops Healey in 2

Fabio Wardley remained undefeated by stopping Chris Healey in round two of their eight-round heavyweight bout.

In round one, Wardley opened up with a hard combination that put Healey down to the canvas. It was the same thing in round two as Warley landed a hard combination that punctuated by a right hand that put Healey down and the towel was thrown in at 40 seconds.

Wardley, 238 lbs of Ipswich, ENG is now 14-0 with 13 knockouts. Healey, 275 lbs of Stickport, ENG is 9-10.

Solomon Dacres won an eight-round decision over Kevin Nicolas Espindola in a heavyweight bout.

Dacres, 230.1 lbs of Birmingham, ENG won by an 80-72 score and is now 4-0. Espindola, 257 lbs of San Pedro, ARG is 7-5.

Yousuf Ibrahim won a decision over Francisco Rodriguez in a super bantamweight bout.

Ibrahim, 120.1 lbs of Northhampton, ENG won by a 40-36 score and is now 2-0. Rodriguez, 121.1 lbs of Alfacar, SPA is 1-7.

Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman:

“Good afternoon everyone. Welcome to London. Big fight feels ahead of ‘Total Carnage’ this Saturday night at the incredible O2 Arena, live on DAZN around the world. This man Derek Chisora faces off against Kubrat Pulev in a huge Heavyweight matchup with an incredible undercard ready to go for your entertainment. We’re going to talk to everybody up here on the top table and the bottom table as well as we get ready for a big night at The O2.”

Derek Chisora:

“Let’s all be honest. I don’t know how many press conferences I’ve done in the past. It’s all the same talk to be honest with you. ‘Yes I have trained hard, I’ve hit the bag harder, I’ve sparred harder and I’ve done everything harder’. How many fights have I had? 45 fights. It’s the same chat. I just want to fight. We can all sit here and say, ‘I’ve trained hard and I’ve done this and done that’, it doesn’t really matter for me. All I want to do is just put my gumshield on, put my gloves on, walk out to the ring and fight. That’s all I want to do. I’m just excited for Saturday. My whole point right now is just bringing big fights, entertaining the fans and just doing what I like to do. I’m not tired, I’m just tired of your bullsh*t basically (to Pulev). I’ll be honest with you, if you’re a boxer and you don’t have the confidence then you’re in the wrong business. Mike Tyson always says everyone has a plan until they get hit. All the fighters here have a plan. Everybody wants to win their fight. It’s all about that last edge, who wants to go to the other end. That’s it. It’s all about when the bell goes and you know what time it is. My style is ‘f**ck it’, bite on the gumshield and let’s f****ing go for it. That’s what I’m bringing. I’m bringing that. This is what I love. You know what my plan is already. You know exactly what to expect. From the get-go we are going – there’s no two ways about it. I make myself go. Whatever he wants to do he can do. I think you (Pulev) beat me because we were in Germany, let’s be honest. Don’t worry about me. Just worry about yourself.”

Kubrat Pulev:

“I’m sure in myself. I believe in myself. I don’t talk so much. I talk real and I’m honest. I just talk the truth. My team and I have had amazing preparation for this fight. We had very hard training in Bulgaria. We are ready for the rematch with Derek Chisora. I took this rematch because everybody needs a second chance. That’s why man to man I’ve given him a second chance. For the people it’s going to be a really interesting fight because there’s a lot of history behind this fight. We have old history and now we will see who is better than before. It’s very interesting. He has his style; my style is a little bit different. We’re going to see on Saturday who has changed. This is very important. My style is very precise. I like to work like a doctor or a professor. Every punch precise. This is sport, Heavyweight boxing. It’s not just billiards or something like that. Nobody can say what is going to happen. That’s why boxing is so interesting. I’m sure I am very good and very strong, and I have a lot of power and energy. Every round is going to be difficult for Derek Chisora. I’ve come here for the win. Now is a different situation because I see him, and he’s made good changes. I think he is smarter than before. He’s more balanced than before. It means he’s maybe better and I must be careful about that. He’s a stronger opponent than before. For me it’s very important and I think for him it’s also very important. That’s why we give everything and that’s why I’m sure he will give everything. It’s going to be a great fight. One of us must win. I hope the judges and the referee are honest. He says this is war but for me this is not war – I don’t hate him.”

Ivaylo Gotzev:

“Let’s get down to business Eddie. We have a man on a mission here and I second your opinion. I’ve only known him for 21 years. Right now, I’ve seen this man come to his absolute peak. He’s coming in at 100% and I’ve never seen him stronger. I’ve never seen him better. Last time we visited London it was very unfortunate that we had to perform at about 40%, so imagine 60% more to that power. He’s in a shape that I’ve never see him in before. Even last night I watched him train for the last time and I’ve got to tell you, the walls were shaking. The bags were cracking. This guy is here on a mission. You and me have some unfinished business right – there’s some titles on the line. As far as I’m concerned, all roads lead to London. You guys have all of the belts, maybe Saudi Arabia for you. First things first though we’ve got to take care of a very tough man in Derek Chisora. Much respect to him. He’s going to be a terrific challenge. Now we’ll let the two warriors speak.”

Israil Madrimov:

“Hello everyone. This is my first time in London. I like it here. I am feeling great. I am feeling good and I am ready for Saturday. Last time in Tashkan Soro was definitely hurt. The referee didn’t hear the bell and I didn’t hear the bell, so we have what we have. I’ll try to win better this time without any questions. Regarding the Charlo possibility, my aim is the same, I’m focused to become a World Champion.”

Michel Soro:

“Good afternoon everyone and thank you very much to all of you. After the controversial ending of the last fight I’m really happy for this fight to be rescheduled. I’m happy for the opportunity to fight him again. It’s a good thing for me to go through and I’ll do my best on Saturday. If there wasn’t referee issues, I think it would have been a different verdict for the fight. The referee didn’t hear the bell going so he left the fight to go on and that’s why the fight ended in the way it ended.”

Felix Cash:

“He’s a decent fighter. He’s tough. He’s been in with some big opposition. He’s been beat and few times before and he’ll be beat on Saturday night. I’m not looking past Saturday night; I’ve got to do a job on Alexander. I’ll get him out of the way on Saturday night and look good doing it. We’ll then look to get a World Title shot or something big afterwards.”

Vaughn Alexander:

“I’m grateful and thankful to be here. Yeah, I’m ready. Felix Cash is a great fighter. At this point, at 160lbs – I don’t think there’s anybody… all of the losses that I’ve had were at 168lbs. I’m an animal at 160lbs. Felix Cash is a good fighter but he’s going to have to be hitting like Chisora to beat me. I’m just where I need to be at 160lbs. The only reason that I was trying to be at 168lbs is because a lot of people at 160lbs didn’t want to fight me. I had to take risks and fights at 168lbs. I’m staying right here at 160lbs and I know I’m a problem here. A lot of people know that I did eleven and a half years in prison. I turned pro when I was 18. I was doing my thing, but I couldn’t leave the streets alone. I did eleven and a half years, but I trained extra hard when I was in prison. I didn’t lose focus. When I got out, I got right back to it and you know, I’m grateful to be here right now. I got some good wins and most definitely I’m going to be victorious on Saturday.”

Fabio Wardley:

“Everyone is talking about me next up for the British Title but that’s not going to happen if I don’t get through Saturday night. That’s the 100% focus right now – Kingsley on Saturday night. He’s a good, tough, durable and awkward opponent. Uncomfortable to fight, not always pretty. There’s going to be a few tricky situations that I’m going to have to figure out. I’m more than happy to do so. Once that’s done and dusted then we can start getting serious about me looking for the British Title. You can do it in sparring, and you can do it in training, on the bags and you can put yourself through 10/12/15 rounds going hard, but nothing compares to doing it on the fight night with your opponent in front of you. You need to know what your body feels like in those moments. I want to answer those questions as quickly as possible against the more kind of medium level opponents. I need to get those things ticked off as early as possible. An early night’s work is always good but I’m trying to get a few rounds in this time.”

Caoimhin Agyarko:

“It’s a big moment for me on Saturday. I feel like I’ve got the right opponent in front of me to showcase my skills and showcase how good I am. I didn’t really think it would be as easy making the weight as it has been. I was 3lbs over this morning and 3lbs over after having lunch. I’m happy. I expect a tough fight on Saturday and look to make my mark in the 154lbs division. I’m thankful for the opportunities Eddie has given me. It’s going to be my second title fight in three fights. I’ll look to go and put a big performance in on Saturday night and then I’ll be knocking on Eddie’s door to make Belfast happen next year. I think a punch perfect performance, showing certain aspects of my style that I haven’t shown yet is the aim. I feel like this performance will come forward and allow me to box more and show the good footwork and fast hands. I’ll be able to show angles. I expect a tough ten rounds but I’m someone that finishes my dinner and if I have him hurt then I’ll close the show.”

Ramla Ali:

“I wanted to gain that experience in the US. I’ve always said that there’s some amazing talent out there. So testing myself against some of these talents in US was an amazing opportunity and allowed me to develop and progress not only my skills, but boxing in general. I’m really excited for what everyone is calling the homecoming, to box on Saturday in front of a huge London crowd. I sold quite a few tickets, so I’ve got a lot of support coming for me on Saturday and I know they’re going to fill the arena up with noise, and I’m really excited for that. Plenty of flags, plenty of drums, plenty of chanting. Expect all of that. I feel like that sort of atmosphere will not only hype me up, but it will also hype up my opponent. It will allow for a better fight.”

Augustina Rojas:

“Thank you very much. Hello everyone. I am ready to put in a very good performance this Saturday. I’m ready to show that Argentina is here and I am prepared for this fight.”

Solomon Dacres:

“I had a little shoulder injury – something that I was boxing through. Now I’ve got that fixed and I should be coming back a lot stronger. My last performance was good against Sokolowski, a lot of people have come unstuck against him. Now I just want to get active and get my name out there. I’ve gone a little bit under the radar. I’ve got the amateur pedigree – Team GB, one of the top amateurs. Now I’ve got to get active and put myself on the big stage. I don’t want to be held back or wait around. I know I’ve got the ability to do ten rounders in the next couple of fights and then go on to British Title fights maybe next year. I believe in myself and I want to build some big shows in Birmingham.”

Yousef Ibrahim:

“I just want to say thank you to Derek, Matchroom and DAZN for giving me this opportunity. There’s going to be fireworks on Saturday, I’m going to bring it.”

Joseph Parker won a 12-round unanimous decision over Derek Chisora in a spirited heavyweight rematch in Manchester, England.

In round two, Parker started to batter Chisora on the ropes, and badly hurt Chisora in round three with a hard right hand followed by a combination. In round four, Parker landed a booming right that sent Chisora into the ropes that was ruled a knockdown. Chisora tried to mount a serious rally at the end of the round.

In round seven, Parker dropped Chisora with a right uppercut. Just like in round three, Chisora rallied with a big flurry at the end of the frame. In round eight, it was another uppercut that sent Chisora into the corner for a knockdown. Parker was not able to finish Chisora, but he won by scores of 115-110, 115-111 and 114-112.

Parker landed 144 of 464 punches; Chisora was 122 of 468.

Parker, 251 lbs of Auckland, NZ is 30-2. Chisora, 248.8 lbs of Finchley, ENG is 32-12.

Lelesadjo stops Cullen in 6

Kevin Lelesadjo stopped Jack Cullen in round six of their 12-round super middleweight bout.

The left eye of Cullen began to bleed in round five. In round six, Lelesadjo dropped Cullen with a hard left to the body and Cullen could not beat the count at 1;11

Lelesadjo, 167.8 lbs of Saint-Maur, FRA is 17-0 with 15 knockouts. Cullen, 167.8 lbs of Little Leaver, ENG is 20-3-1.

Barrett Decisions Tarimo

Zelfa Barrett won a 12-round unanimous decision over Bruno Tarimo in a super featherweight bout.

In round three, Barrett dropped Tarimo with a hard right hand.

Barrett landed 148 of 577 punches; Tarmio was 84 of 520.

Barrett, 129.8 lbs of Manchester, ENG won by scores of 117-110 twice and 116-111 and is now 27-1. Tarimo, 128.8 lbs of Southport, AUS is 26-3-2.

Richards Decisions Gongora

In a battle of undefeated super middleweight, Lerrone Richards won a 12-round split decision over Carlos Gongora.

Richards, 167.2 lbs of New Malden, ENG won by scores of 115-113 twice. Gongora won a card 116-112.

Richards landed 114 of 484 punches; Gongora was just 95 of 443.

Richards is now 16-0. Gongora, 168 lbs of Esmeraldes, ECU is 20-1.

Babic Stops Spilmont in 6

Alen Babic remained perfect by stopping David Spilmont in round six of their scheduled eight-round heavyweight bout.

In round one, Babic rocked Spilmont several times. Spilmont hurt badly with a hard left hook in round three. In round fourm, Babic dropped Spilmont with an overhand left.

In round six, Babic landed a big left hook that set off a six-punch flurry that folded Spilmont down to the canvas, and the fight was stopped at 53 seconds.

Babic, 216 lbs of Zegreb, CRO is 10-0 with 10 knockouts, Spilmont, 252 lbs of Saint-Michel, FRA is 11-8-1.

Nyika Stops Carpin in 1

David Nyika stopped Anthony Carpin in round one of their scheduled four-round cruiserweight bout.

Nyika, 199.3 lbs of Hamilton, NZ is 2-0 with two knockouts. Carpin, 203 lbs of France is 5-7-1.