STWF Sports | Dec. 12, 2025 – Derek Chisora has never needed much to spark a brawl, but this week he lit up the boxing world with a confrontation that instantly set social media buzzing. The British heavyweight, long known for his unpredictable antics, initiated a heated face-off with former WBC champion Deontay Wilder at the 2025 IBA Men’s Boxing World Championship, fuelling speculation that “WAR” Chisora may be shifting his focus for his long-awaited 50th and final fight.

The moment quickly escalated. Chisora grabbed Wilder and pulled him across the stage, prompting security to rush in as the two men engaged in a fiery staredown before being separated. Chisora later posted the clip on X with the caption:
“Fight 50. Deontay Wilder @IBA_Pro_Boxing #warchisora”

It was classic Chisora—brazen, theatrical, and calculated. And it instantly triggered rumours that his retirement bout, originally planned against British rival Dillian Whyte, may be taking a hard pivot.

Whyte Fight Falls Apart—But Chisora Isn’t Waiting Around

Chisora had announced in October that he wanted his 50th fight to feature one of three names: Wilder, Whyte, or Jarrell Miller. Shortly after, a deal was reached for a December 13 trilogy bout with Whyte. But the fight collapsed, leaving Chisora hunting for a new—and lucrative—final dance partner.

He has hinted that talks with Whyte could resume, but nothing has materialized publicly. This week’s Wilder confrontation adds a new twist, though boxing insiders caution that it may not represent real negotiations. Still, Chisora insists the ring is where he and Wilder will settle their tension.

Whether reality or marketing tactic, the face-off arrived at a moment when Wilder’s name is hotter than it has been in years.

Wilder–Usyk Talks Take Center Stage for 2026

While Chisora pushes for a farewell showdown, Wilder has bigger ambitions in mind—namely a blockbuster bout with reigning heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk.

In a surprising development, both camps have confirmed interest in a 2026 matchup, shifting the narrative away from Chisora’s theatrics and toward one of the most intriguing stylistic clashes in boxing. Usyk, undefeated and fresh off time away recovering from injury, had been expected to target another elite opponent upon his return. Wilder, it seems, has entered that conversation.

Speaking to talkSPORT from Dubai, Wilder confirmed the negotiations:

“It is definitely becoming a real conversation… right now we are in talks for that fight, yes,” he said.
“I’m excited and looking forward to it. Once I get the final say-so and details, then my blood will be pumping.”

Usyk stunned observers by calling out Wilder, who returned to form in June with a seventh-round stoppage of Tyrrell Herndon. But the American acknowledges that facing Usyk would be a monumental leap in difficulty.

Still, he is hungry.

“Once things become clearer, that is when I can go to camp,” Wilder added, implying that formal confirmation may not be far away.

Does Chisora Still Have a Shot?

Despite the viral confrontation, a Chisora–Wilder fight remains unlikely. With Wilder–Usyk shaping up as one of boxing’s biggest potential events of 2026, there is little incentive for the Bronze Bomber to engage in a tune-up against a 40-year-old Chisora approaching retirement.

Yet Chisora’s career has been defined by defying the script. He has always been willing to take risks—often against the wishes of promoters and pundits—and create chaos on his own terms. If Whyte negotiations stall again, he may attempt to pressure Wilder publicly, as he did this week.

Still, as things stand, Wilder–Usyk is the matchup gaining real momentum, leaving Chisora’s 50th fight in limbo.

Staredown Sparks Buzz, But Wilder Has Bigger Plans

The Chisora–Wilder clash made headlines, generated excitement, and gave fans a taste of heavyweight drama. But unless circumstances change dramatically, Derek Chisora’s retirement fight is unlikely to come against the former WBC champion.

Wilder has his sights on something far greater—a 2026 showdown with Oleksandr Usyk, a fight that could redefine the heavyweight landscape.

But if there is one thing boxing always guarantees, it’s unpredictability. And as long as Chisora is still calling out names, the chaos is far from over.