Derek Chisora’s latest UK press conference was a wild, unforgettable affair. Dressed in a cowboy hat and swaying to country tunes, the Londoner didn’t hold back as he promised to “drown” his opponent, Otto Wallin, in their upcoming 10‑rounder in Manchester on Saturday. With his trademark blend of humor and aggression, Chisora fired off his usual barrage of bold statements - declaring this fight “big” for him and vowing to go hard because he believes Wallin hasn’t trained as expected.
In a moment that summed up his current mindset, Chisora admitted, "I was told to leave it at 50 fights, but if it were up to me, I’d have gone to 100." There’s a bittersweet edge in those words - a mix of passion for the sport and a hint of resignation that his time might be winding down.
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While Chisora’s unfiltered outbursts grabbed the spotlight, Otto Wallin remained cool and focused. The Swede, who now calls himself a New Yorker rather than a true "Viking," emphasized that he’d rather let his actions in the ring speak for him. "I like Derek, he’s a good talker," Wallin remarked, adding that any motivation drawn from past criticisms would only push him harder during the fight.
As the press conference wrapped up, one couldn’t help but wonder if this is truly the final chapter for Chisora’s UK adventures - or just another round in a long, storied career. With the clock ticking on his promise to retire at 50 fights, his unyielding passion for battle and that ever-present hunger for war are still very much alive. So, will Chisora’s final act in the UK be a triumphant farewell, or is there still more fire left in the Viking?
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