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Derek Chisora-Deontay Wilder: What next for both men after American's victory?
Wardley vs. Dubois on DAZN PPV - May 9
Derek Chisora's hopes of the perfect goodboye were spoiled by split decision on Saturday night as Deontay Wilder edged a heavyweight slugfest.
'The Bronze Bomber' played party-pooper at London's The O2 Arena as he did enough to deny 'Del Boy' the farewell fairytale many craved for him.
Both in their twilight years as fighters, with a combined century of bouts between them, many anticipate that the end of the road is closer than ever.
Chisora himself has long stated this would be his last dance on the biggest stage - but Chisora has other plans afoot after securing this latest win.
Wilder edges Chisora in entertaining slugfest
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So what comes next for both men after the American's victory? DAZN News outlines the likely options that face each fighter and what they may do.
Derek Chisora
This seems a relatively cut-and-dried matter. Chisora long stated he intended to retire after this bout - and for now, it appears he will keep his word.
Plenty of pundits and powerbrokers wondered if the star might have a change of heart had he beat Wilder, and chance his arm for one more dance.
But while his spirit remains clearly undimmed, age is taking its toll. 'War' appeared too gassed at multiple points in Saturday's often bruising contest.
As the cult favourite heavyweight of a generation, the Briton has surely earned a long and comfortable retirement - and many will hope that for him.
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Deontay Wilder
With this latest victory, Wilder has suggested he may use the platform as a springboard back to an unlikely bid for a possible second world title tilt.
WBC champion between 2015 and 2020, the star was linked as recently as the new year with a major bout against unified holder Oleksandr Usyk.
While the Ukrainian's road map suggests he no longer sees the American as a likely foe, his opinion may well change after this latest victory unfolded.
WBO holder Fabio Wardley could court interest too - but after a post-fight call-out, it seems Wilder wants Anthony Joshua in the latter's comeback bout.
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The WBO world heavyweight title is on the line for Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois on May 9, only on DAZN PPV. Buy as a one-off PPV or included, along with Usyk vs Verhoeven (May 23), with a DAZN Ultimate Tier subscription.
