Sports04 April, 20261 min read
Wilder Beats Chisora in London After 12-Round War at O2 Arena
London's O2 Arena hosted Wilder-Chisora, a high-profile heavyweight showdown. Both fighters were set for their 50th professional fight.
Wilder vs Chisora Fight
Wilder and Chisora met at London's O2 Arena in a heavyweight clash that also served as Chisora's announced retirement fight. Wilder emerged victorious by unanimous decision in a bruising 12-round war.
Chisora came in at a career-heaviest 266.7 lbs while Wilder weighed 226.4. Judge scores were 116-112, 116-111, and 115-112, all in favor of Wilder.
Fight Details and Stats
Chisora aggressively stalked Wilder, landing hooks and uppercuts. Wilder utilized his reach advantage and smarter footwork.
CompuBox recorded Wilder landing 210 of 651 punches. In the ninth round, Wilder landed a flush right hand that dropped Chisora to a knee.
Post-Fight Context
The fight marked the 50th professional bout for both fighters. Chisora had vowed it would be his last fight.
Wilder eyed a potential immediate rematch or a shot at Usyk. The bout inaugurated Misfits Pro's entry into professional boxing.