Former contender for the world heavyweight title (over 90.7 kg) Briton Derek Chisora (33-13, 23 KOs) gave
interview news portal Seconds Out after his next defeat to the WBC champion from Britain Tyson Fury (33-0-1, 24 KOs) in the main event of the boxing evening on December 3.
Recall that the referee stopped the fight in the 10th round, fixing an early victory for Fury. In a conversation, Derek appreciated his performance, named the favorite in the expected fight for the title of absolute heavyweight champion between Tyson Fury and the Ukrainian holder of three titles Oleksandr Usyk (20-0, 13 KOs), and also talked about boxing as a non-team sport.
How would you rate your efforts tonight?
– It’s scarce. It’s hard to judge. I won’t even rewatch the fight. I’m just going home to rest.
– When did you feel that this was an unequal battle?
– I think in the third round my pressure evaporated. But you know what? I give credit to Tyson. He is a good fighter. I prepared hard, went out to fight and lost.
“Obviously you wanted to win, but I also know that you love to fight. Today, as usual, did you like it or not?
– Liked. I enjoyed the fight.
– Did you communicate with (coach) Don Charles after the fight? I know that the result was not what you wanted, but did you want to implement such a plan for the fight?
– Not. I stopped moving around the ring. I do not know why. I stopped moving. I stayed in his line, the line of fire.
– You met with Fury and Usyk, who will you give an advantage in their joint duel?
— Depending on the circumstances. I’m for Tyson.
– At this stage, do you want to fight with someone, or is a fight for the sake of a fight for you?
– Now I don’t know yet. But I won’t leave like that.
When you get home today, what will give you peace? What makes it all worth it when the lights go out and the money’s in the bank?
“Now is the best time. When everyone leaves, and you are at home with your family. You heal wounds. Your pride is hurt, your eyes are swollen. Everyone is gone now. You’re on your own. This game is not a team sport. You hire everyone around you and pay for their work. This is not a team sport. There is no me and my team. It’s all dog shit. You’re home on your own fucking hurt. That’s all. When you recover, then you will return.
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