Gloves dispute between Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora settled
Boxing Scene • • sports
Key Points:
- Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder are set to fight in a heavyweight bout at the O2 Arena in London, marking the 50th professional fight for both boxers.
- Chisora has announced he will retire after this fight, regardless of the outcome, while Wilder intends to continue fighting to pursue another world championship.
- Reports emerged during the official weigh-in about a dispute over the gloves to be used in the fight, highlighting ongoing tensions in heavyweight bouts.
- Kalle Sauerland of MF Pro noted that glove-related controversies are common in major heavyweight fights and have previously involved Deontay Wilder.
