Derek Chisora and Dillian Whyte Agree to Heavyweight Trilogy Fight in December
The British heavyweight boxing duo, Derek Chisora and Dillian Whyte, are set to face off for a third time after both fighters expressed their desire to meet again in the ring. The rivals, who have a combined 58 professional fights, have a history of producing thrilling matches, with Whyte prevailing in their 2016 and 2018 encounters. Chisora, who is 41 years old and has a record of 36-13, has experienced a resurgence in his career with a three-fight win streak, while Whyte, 31-4, is looking to bounce back from a loss to Moses Itauma earlier this year. The proposed trilogy fight is expected to take place in December, with promoter Frank Warren guaranteeing it will be an "explosive" event.
Key Takeaways:
- Derek Chisora and Dillian Whyte have agreed to a heavyweight trilogy fight in December.
- The British fighters have a combined 58 professional fights and a history of producing thrilling matches.
- Chisora has experienced a resurgence in his career with a three-fight win streak, including victories over Gerald Washington, Joe Joyce, and Otto Wallin.
- Whyte is looking to bounce back from a loss to Moses Itauma earlier this year.
- Promoter Frank Warren has guaranteed that the trilogy fight will be "explosive" and is expecting it to take place in December.
- David Haye, a former world champion, has confirmed that the fight is set for December 13 in Manchester.
Statistics:
- Derek Chisora's win-loss record: 36-13.
- Dillian Whyte's win-loss record: 31-4.
- Combined win-loss record of Chisora and Whyte: 67-17.
- Age of Derek Chisora: 41.
- Age of Dillian Whyte: 31.
Sources:
- DAZN's broadcast for Parker v Wardley at The O2.
- highbet.co.uk.
- Getty Images.