Former contender for world heavyweight titles Kubrat Pulev (29-2, 14 KOs) hopes to beat the age-old Briton Derek Chisora (32-12, 23 KOs) ahead of schedule on his second attempt. He won his first fight in 2016 by split decision. They will rematch on July 9 at O2 Arena in England.
Before the start of the press conference, the Bulgarian said
Boxing Social, which feels wonderful (“ah fil amazing, wonderful and happy!”). And told about the opponent.
“Saw his last three fights. Nothing special. The same Chisora as before,” Kubrat said, promising an interesting revenge.
“You never know,” the Bulgarian replied when asked if he would stop Derek this time. – Maybe”.
Duel of looks. Pulev-Chisora: the first resetdown
Pulev admitted that Chisora has so many defeats because he tries to fight only the best and that is respected.
After winning the rematch, he wants to box again for the world title: “This is my dream. Perhaps it will be in the next fight after Chisora.
Pulev added that in December 2020, he allegedly was not well prepared for the fight with the then champion Anthony Joshua due to the covid, but he “learned a lot.”
At the beginning of February 2022, an alcohol story appeared from the promoter: “Pulev comes up and says: we’re drinking today …”
According to Pulev, Usyk will knock out Joshua in a rematch.
