Deontay Wilder Shows Mercy in Split-Decision Win Over Derek Chisora
Deontay Wilder earned a split-decision victory over Derek Chisora on April 4, 2026, at The O2 Arena. Judges scored the […]
Getty Images Deontay Wilder earned a split-decision victory over Derek Chisora on April 4, 2026, at The O2 Arena. Judges scored the 12-round heavyweight bout 115-111 and 115-113 for Wilder, while one judge scored it 115-112 for Chisora. The fight included heavy exchanges and a knockdown in round eight, when Wilder dropped Chisora with a clean combination.
After the bout, Wilder said he held back during the later rounds after noticing signs of damage on his opponent. His comments quickly became a talking point after the fight, adding context to how the final rounds played out. Deontay Wilder Explains Decision to Ease Pressure Wilder said in an interview that he noticed visible swelling and changes in Chisora during the fight and adjusted his approach.
“I was telling him in the ring as I started to see his eyes swell and his temple start to buckle a bit. I said, ‘Bro, you’ve got to live for your kids. I don’t want to hurt you too much longer.
’ I started having fun in there because I saw my brother starting to get hurt. ” He said he chose not to press for a stoppage after seeing those signs. “I looked after Derek tonight.