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Derek Chisora’s Prediction for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua

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Derek Chisora has weighed in on a potential fight between Tyson Fury and his close pal Anthony Joshua, revealing that he backs ‘AJ’ to get the job done thanks to the inside knowledge of a key member of his camp. As a man who has fought ‘The Gypsy King’ on three occasions, ‘Del Boy’ knows just what the lineal heavyweight champion brings to the table, but still believes Joshua can come out on top.

Chisora spoke to Crypto Casino Limited about the long-awaited showdown, stating that the Watford-born fighter would have ‘too much’ power for Fury.

Derek Chisora Shares Prediction for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua

Former world title challenger explained how ‘AJ’ can win fight

Since joining forces with Fury’s former trainer Ben Davison late last year in preparation for his win over Otto Wallin, Joshua has demolished former UFC Champion Francis Ngannou. Chisora also believes that Joshua would beat Oleksandr Usyk if they ever fought again, despite having lost back-to-back fights to the Ukranian in 2021 and 2022.

“AJ would wipe the floor with Usyk under Ben Davison, I don’t think it would go six rounds,” insisted the 40-year-old. “That said, with current records and past performances, right now the best heavyweight in the world is Usyk, gold medalist and undisputed cruiserweight champion.

“He came up at heavyweight and has taken over, and in one more fight he can prove he is the pound-for-pound the best fighter and make history for Ukraine.”

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Derek Chisora names the fighter he thinks would beat both Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk

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Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will meet on May 18 for the undisputed world heavyweight championship, live on DAZN PPV, with the winner expected to take on Anthony Joshua at some point in the near future.

Former Fury and Usyk opponent Derek Chisora believes Joshua should be favoured against either man.

Speaking to Crypto Casino LTD, Chisora explained that “AJ” is a different fighter under Ben Davison, who took over as Joshua’s trainer last year.

“I’m picking AJ over Fury all day long if it gets made,” Chisora said. “He’s a friend and we went to the same amateur club, but his power will be too much for Fury, he’d have so much ferociousness saved for that fight, and you must remember that Ben Davison knows Tyson Fury very well, so I think AJ [wins].”

Chisora even chose Joshua over Usyk in a potential future bout, despite the fact that AJ lost back-to-back fights against the Ukrainian in 2021 and 2022. However, Chisora was also quick to laud Usyk for his successes.

“AJ would wipe the floor with Usyk under Ben Davison, I don’t think it would go six rounds,” Chisora said. “He chucked a couple jabs against Otto Wallin [in December] and everything else was power and he’s mixing up head and body.

“That said, with current records and past performances, right now the best heavyweight in the world is Usyk, gold medalist and undisputed cruiserweight champion. He came up at heavyweight and has taken over, and in one more fight he can prove he is the pound-for-pound the best fighter and make history for Ukraine.”

 

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Tyson Fury will ‘walk all over Oleksandr Usyk’ but only if he has dad John in his corner, claims Derek Chisora

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DEREK CHISORA has claimed the key to Tyson Fury’s success against Oleksandr Usyk is the influence of his father John.

Fury and Usyk square off in the heavyweight division’s first-ever four-belt unification bout on May 18 in Saudi Arabia.

And the Gypsy King is busy getting himself into fighting shape, starting out his camp in his hometown of Morecambe.

Recently, Fury has posted videos on social media hitting the pads with his dad John, a former professional boxer and bare-knuckle fighter.

And Chisora – three times beaten by the WBC champion – believes John is the right man to lead his son to victory over Usyk.

He told SecondsOut: “Tyson looks good. I see his dad holding his pads for him.

“What people don’t understand is a father and a son’s bond when they train with each other; it’s unbelievable.

“It’s what people don’t understand, if Tyson has his dad in his corner, he’ll walk over Usyk easily because he has his dad in his corner.

“That’s it, bro. It’s going to be a great fight.”

Dad John has admitted he could not be more proud of his champ son Tyson or Tommy and Roman, both unbeaten pro boxers as well.

But a previous criminal conviction has always prohibited him from watching or cornering his sons in America.

Although more recently, Fury has been fighting in Saudi allowing John to be by his side.

His last bout was a controversial split-decision win over MMA superstar Francis Ngannou, who even scored a shock knockdown.

Now Fury, 35, faces Usyk, 37, for the undisputed crown in Riyadh and Chisora wants John to replace Sugarhill Steward as head coach.

Chisora, 40, said: “He should be. His dad knows fighting. His dad grew up his whole life watching fights and fighting himself.

“So I think his dad should be his main trainer at the same time his son will help. The way he’s looking with his dad on the pads, he looks great.”

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Anthony Joshua next fight ‘leaked’ as Tyson Fury causes delay

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Heavyweight boxer Derek Chisora leaked that Anthony Joshua’s next fight will be against the winner of Daniel Dubois versus Filip Hrgovic

Boxing heavyweight title contender Derek Chisora said Anthony Joshua will face the winner of Daniel Dubois versus Filip Hrgovic for his next fight.

In a video posted to YouTube on Tuesday, Chisora addressed reporters, discussing Joshua’s recent bout against Francis Ngannou and his analysis of the match between British heavyweights Frazer Clarke and Fabio Wardley. Clarke and Wardley maintained their undefeated records following a draw at London’s O2 Arena at the close of March.

Chisora also uncovered Joshua’s upcoming opponent and venue, acknowledging that he inadvertently revealed the information due to his self-labeled big mouth. “He [Joshua] will fight the winner of Daniel Dubois and [Filip] Hrgovic in Wembley [Stadium],” said Chisora.

“Did I mean to say that, me and my big mouth?” he continued. “I got a big mouth, but yeah, that’s the plan,” he reaffirmed. “Queensbury promotion, it’s going to be sick.”

The 40-year-old heavyweight discussed potential venues for Joshua’s assumed fight, mentioning that only one person could sell out Wembley Arena, referring to Joshua’s ability to draw a large crowd. He then suggested Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, describing the venue as a “fantastic” potential destination for fights despite his dislike for the football club.

On March 8, Joshua faced off against Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Joshua secured an easy victory in less than two rounds, comfortably overwhelming one of MMA’s most formidable power punchers. Joshua delivered a pair of knockdowns with a trademark straight right hand, sealing his dominance in the match. Ngannou’s defeat proved so humbling that he apologized to his fans and all viewers for his subpar performance.

“Sorry guys, I let you all down,” Ngannou said. “Today was a bad day in the office, but tomorrow will be another day. Thank you all for the love.”

“So the next window will probably be in March-April, so that’s probably when the undisputed fight will potentially happen,” he continued. “Then obviously what we are being told is they want to make it a mega card and they like the sound of Joshua v Wilder on the same card as well.”

Wilder’s most recent contest was against Joseph Parker, resulting in a unanimous decision loss on the same “Day of Reckoning” card where Joshua triumphed over Otto Wallin before his encounter with Ngannou. Malik Scott, Wilder’s trainer, has hinted that Wilder’s next opponent might be Zhilei Zhang of China.

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Derek Chisora reveals why Anthony Joshua can become three-time heavyweight champ ahead of clash with Wallin

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DEREK Chisora believes Anthony Joshua can rule the heavyweight division for a third time.

The heavyweight fighter says his old training partner could grab his crown back despite losing it to Andy Ruiz Jr and then Oleksandr Usyk.

AJ will be back in the ring against Otto Wallin on December 23 in Saudi Arabia.

If he gets the win that most people expect it will put him No2 with the IBF.

That belt is expected to become vacant following Usyk’s undisputed fight with Tyson Fury in February, assuming it goes ahead.

The sanctioning body has made it clear that the top two challengers – Filip Hrgovic and Joshua in this scenario – will fight for the vacant title.

AJ, who has already beaten Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius in his latest bid for glory, could then have the option for taking on one of those for the title.

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That could mean possibly delaying a long-awaited clash with Deontay Wilder.

He fights on the same card as AJ in December, taking on Kiwi Joseph Parker.

A win there would pave the way for a blockbuster clash between the American and fellow former champ AJ.

Whichever route he goes down, Chisora has backed Watford Warrior AJ, 34, to regain his status as world champ.

Speaking on William Hill’s Up Front with Simon Jordan podcast he said: “He wants to be a three-time world champion and I will help him to get there.

“He can do it. He will do it because that will make him amazing, great.”

 

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