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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Will Castle

Derek Chisora announces new fight in shock retirement U-turn

  • Derek Chisora has denied retiring despite his April defeat to Deontay Wilder being billed as the final fight of his 19-year career.
  • The 42-year-old British heavyweight announced at an IBA news conference that he will fight Murat Gassiev in December.
  • The proposed bout is expected to take place in either London or Manchester, with Chisora aiming to win his first world title.
  • Gassiev holds the WBA super heavyweight title, although the exact belts on the line remain uncertain amid negotiations for other potential fights.
  • Chisora has secured 36 career wins and previously failed in world title attempts against Vitali Klitschko in 2012 and Tyson Fury in 2022.

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