Chisora, 42, to fight in December after deciding against retirement
Summary
Derek Chisora, a 42-year-old British boxer, announced he will continue fighting and has a match planned for December against Murat Gassiev. Despite earlier suggestions that his fight in April would be his last, Chisora confirmed he is not retiring and aims to compete for two belts in the upcoming bout.Key Facts
- Derek Chisora is 42 years old and turned professional in 2007.
- He lost to Deontay Wilder in April in what was called his 50th and final fight.
- Chisora has now decided not to retire and plans to fight again in December.
- His December opponent is Murat Gassiev, who is linked to the WBA 'super' heavyweight title.
- The match location will be either London or Manchester and could involve the IBA and Gassiev's belts.
- The IBA (International Boxing Association) is no longer recognized as amateur boxing’s governing body by the International Olympic Committee but continues to promote professional fights.
- There is some confusion about Gassiev’s status as WBA champion because of other title fights scheduled for December involving Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.
- Chisora has won 36 out of 50 professional fights and has been encouraged by some in boxing to retire due to his age.
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