Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder odds, preview, prediction and start time

• Ladbrokes previews the heavyweight boxing fight between Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder

• Both fighters featuring in their 50th professional bout

• Chisora predicted to win in his final fight

A final chapter in Derek Chisora’s long and storied career will be written this weekend, as he faces former world champion Deontay Wilder at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday April 4. With both fighters set for their 50th professional fight, and Chisora widely expected to call time on his career, the occasion carries added weight beyond the result itself.

Ladbrokes previews the latest Chisora vs Wilder odds, looks at how the two heavyweights compare heading into the bout, and assesses what could unfold in a compelling clash between durability and knockout power. In the fight betting, Chisora is the favourite at odds of 4/7, with Wilder the underdog at odds of 6/4.

• Fight: Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder

• Weight class: Heavyweight

• Venue: O2 Arena, London

• Start time: Approx. 10pm BST (main event ring walks)

Derek Chisora returns for what is expected to be the final fight of his professional career, stepping into the ring for a 50th time against one of the most dangerous punchers of his era. The 40-year-old has built a reputation as one of boxing’s toughest and most durable heavyweights, sharing the ring with multiple world champions and consistently testing himself against the very best.

'Del Boy' arrives on the back of three successive victories, including wins over Gerald Washington, Joe Joyce and Otto Wallin, showing that even at this stage of his career he remains a competitive force. His relentless pressure and willingness to engage have defined his style throughout, and in front of a home crowd at the O2, he is likely to bring the same high-tempo approach once again.

Deontay Wilder, meanwhile, brings a record of 44-4-1 and one of the most feared right hands in boxing history. The former WBC heavyweight champion has stopped 43 of his opponents and retains the ability to change a fight instantly. While his recent results have been mixed since his trilogy with Tyson Fury, with disappointing losses to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, his comeback win last time out against Tyrell Anthony Berndon underlined that his power remains as dangerous as ever. If the 'Bronze Bomber' emerges victorious from the O2, a long-awaited bout with Anthony Joshua could finally be on the cards.

Chisora is the outright favourite at odds of 4/7, with Wilder priced at 6/4. Looking at the method of victory markets, a knockout finish is seen as likely, with Chisora 7/5 to win by KO and Wilder 11/5 to deliver a knockout blow. If the fight goes the distance, Del Boy is 14/5 to win on points and Wilder is 8/1 to win by decision.

Chisora vs Wilder prediction

This is a fight that presents a clear contrast in styles. Chisora will look to close the distance, apply pressure and drag Wilder into the later rounds, while the American will aim to keep things at range and land the decisive shot.

Chisora’s recent performances have shown there is fight in the old dog he remains a durable and competitive force, while Wilder looked a fading force in defeats to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, which offer a reasonable benchmark for this bout. That said, the ‘Bronze Bomber’ is always one shot away from turning a fight, and his knockout threat cannot be overlooked.

Chisora has not won by knockout since 2019, but with only three of Wilder’s 49 fights going the distance, this has the potential to become a war of attrition. If the Brit can absorb the early danger and maintain his usual pressure, his aggressive style could begin to wear Wilder down in the later rounds.

In front of a riotous home crowd at the O2, we think Chisora will take control down the stretch and force a stoppage in the latter rounds, bringing Del Boy's career to a close in emphatic fashion.

Prediction: Derek Chisora to win by knockout

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All odds and markets are correct as of the date of publication.