Everything you need to know as one of British boxing's most popular fighters, Derek Chisora, gets set for his final professional outing on these shores against Otto Wallin in February, 2025.
Derek Chisora v Otto Wallin is scheduled to take place on Saturday 8th February, with the showdown marking Chisora's final professional bout on British soil.
Derek Chisora v Otto Wallin will top Queensberry's 'The Last Dance' bill, with the bout scheduled for a 23:00 (GMT) start.
Derek Chisora v Otto Wallin, together with an apparent 'star-studded' undercard, will take place at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena.
Given the fight is being promoted by Queensberry, Derek Chisora v Otto Wallin will be broadcast live on TNT Sports Box Office, with pricing details to be announced shortly.
"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 8th."
"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 Saturday February 8th I’m going to be bringing WAR to Wallin, be ready for my penultimate showreel knockout."
"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!"
Odds for Derek Chisora v Otto Wallin have not yet been released, but it is expected that the 'Del Boy', who will be featuring in his 49th professional fight, will be installed as the favourite.
Nationality: | English |
Date of Birth: | 29th December 1983 (40) |
Height: | 6ft 2ins |
Reach: | 74ins |
Total Fights: | 48 |
Record: | 35-13 (23 KOs) |
Nationality: | Swedish |
Date of Birth: | 21st November 1990 (34) |
Height: | 6ft 5.5ins |
Reach: | 78ins |
Total Fights: | 30 |
Record: | 27-2-1 (15 KOs) |
Undercard fights will be announced at the press conference on Thursday 28th November, 2024.