Heavyweight · Announcement · First reported: 7 Oct, 01:37 · BoxingScene
Derek Chisora to return to ring in December after announcing retirement
Derek Chisora, 42, had announced his retirement after losing to Deontay Wilder at London's O2 Arena in April, calling that bout his 50th and final fight. In the weeks following, he changed his mind and now confirms his intention to fight in December. Murat Gassiev is mentioned as a potential opponent.
World Boxing News presents Chisora as a potential contender for the WBA Super Heavyweight title, while other sources focus on his comeback and potential opponent Gassiev.
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British press
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Derek Chisora Could Fight for WBA Super Title, Not Fury vs Joshua
World Boxing News · GB
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Derek Chisora announces December comeback, Murat Gassiev targeted as opponent
BoxingScene · US · first reported
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7 Oct · 01:37
BoxingScene: Derek Chisora announces December comeback, Murat Gassiev targeted as opponent
7 Oct · 08:19
BBC Sport: Chisora, 42, to fight in December after deciding against retirement
7 Oct · 11:04
World Boxing News: Derek Chisora Could Fight for WBA Super Title, Not Fury vs Joshua
9 Oct · 13:20
Seconds Out: Derek Chisora Names Who He Wants Next If He Beats Murat Gassiev: 'I Would Love It'