Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora Preview
Written by Greg and Tony on 4/2/26
Saturday 4/4/25 on DAZN PPV:
Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora
3:00 PM ET/2:00 PM CT
Who’s Fighting:
Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) is still one of the most exciting fighters in boxing, if only for the tremendous power of his right hand. He is the exact reason heavyweight is the most popular weight class, because one punch can turn a loss into a win in an instant. With that said, he hasn’t been the same feared fighter since his trilogy with Tyson Fury. He has never been considered a technical boxer, and he is less active in the ring than ever, but his unorthodox style and inactivity can lull opponents into a false sense of security - just what a proven finisher like Wilder hunts for in fights like these.
Derek “War” Chisora (36-13-0, 23 KOs) is one of boxing personalities that everyone seems to love and root for. This fight has been billed as his retirement fight (unless he wins then the next one will be). With 13 losses on his record you might be wondering what makes him someone to watch? Well, 8 of his 13 losses came against fighters who were or had been world champions. Chisora is THE definition of a king maker in the heavyweight division. If you haven’t beat Chisora then chances are you are a mid-level heavyweight. As a fighter Chisora is a mix of old man strength, drive and determination. He throws wild haymakers constantly and pressures his opponents non-stop. Usyk fought Chisora in his 2nd heavyweight fight and Usyk, himself, states Chisora was his toughest opponent in the division. He never makes a boring fight. Oh and win, lose or draw his post fight tradition is to share a hamburger with his opponent.
Tony’s Path to Victory for Deontay Wilder:
Wilder’s path to victory might seem simple, but it goes beyond his right hand. He needs to use his length and jab better to keep separation. He doesn’t want to get into a brawl with Chisora, but rather frustrate him with stinging jabs and movement around the ring. This is also the clearest way I see Wilder timing up that right hand - if Chisora gets lulled to sleep or loses focus after several fairly inactive Wilder rounds. Wilder will almost assuredly not win this fight by decision, unless we see a return to Wilder-Fury 1 Deontay.
Greg’s Path to Victory for Derek Chisora:
I think Chisora has the clearest path to victory. Stay in Wilder’s face from the first bell and don’t stop throwing punches. Tyrson Fury showed the road map to defeat Wilder and that was with pressure and power punches. Chisora should have the advantage in ring IQ, defense and footwork. Chisora is riding a pretty impressive 3 fight win streak over legit heavyweight contenders. He may not win in a clean, artistic, beautiful boxing way but “War” Chisora lives up to his nickname. He has shown he can bite down on his mouth guard and win a dirty, knock ‘em down, drag it out fight. I think this fight means more to Chisora and he will give it every last ounce of spirit and energy to walk away with his hand raised… as long as he doesn’t get clipped with Wilder’s right hand.