Chisora vs Wilder Heavyweight Showdown Edges Closer with Sauerland Brothers at the Helm
Derek Chisora's long-awaited heavyweight clash with Deontay Wilder is reportedly on the verge of being finalised, with negotiations reaching an advanced stage that could see the deal completed imminently. According to sources, the bout is now pencilled in for April, with a significant shift in location from the widely anticipated Manchester to London, marking a notable change in plans.
Promotional Shake-Up: Sauerlands Take Charge Over Queensberry
In a surprising development, the promotion of this high-profile fight will be led by Kalle and Nisse Sauerland, rather than Queensberry Promotions, with whom Chisora has been traditionally associated. This move underscores a strategic realignment in the boxing landscape, as the Sauerland brothers actively spearhead the event's organisation.
Discussions are ongoing regarding the structure of the bout, but insiders indicate that the Sauerlands are taking the lead in putting the entire event together. The fight is set to be staged under Wasserman Boxing, the Sauerlands' primary promotional banner, which was established in 2021 following Wasserman's acquisition of Team Sauerland. Notably, this event will not fall under the MisFits Pro banner, the professional offshoot of crossover boxing giant Misfits Boxing.
Potential for MF Pro Undercard and Historical Context
While the headline bout is the current focus, there remains scope to include an MF Pro undercard once the main event is finalised, though no such plans have been confirmed at this stage. Efforts are concentrated on securing agreements for both Chisora and Wilder, with optimism surrounding the talks despite past disappointments.
Chisora has previously been in similar positions where high-profile fights failed to materialise. For instance, he had signed to fight Wilder on December 13, only for the American to withdraw after being contacted about a potential bout with unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Usyk had been keen to secure a fight with Wilder in the United States, targeting a marquee name as part of his ambition to box on American soil.
Usyk Explores Alternatives as Wilder Commits to Chisora
With Wilder now close to committing to face Chisora for what would be the British heavyweight's 50th professional fight, Usyk is understood to be exploring alternative options. Fabio Wardley has publicly expressed his desire to fight at Madison Square Garden, while German heavyweight Agit Kabayel has also shown interest in staging a bout with Usyk in his homeland. However, as of last week, Team Usyk had not received any official offer from Kabayel's side.
Meanwhile, Chisora's recent fight history includes a collapsed bout with Dillian Whyte for a third time in December 2025, which was set to be promoted by Frank Warren but fell through due to disagreements over contractual terms. Warren has also revealed that Chisora turned down a fight with Jarrell Miller, initially discussed for December 13 in Manchester and billed as Chisora's 50th and final professional contest. This proposed clash stalled due to a contractual dispute between Miller and his former promoter Dmitry Salita, with Warren claiming Chisora ultimately pulled the plug.
Looking Ahead: A Major Opportunity for the Veteran Heavyweight
Now, the veteran heavyweight appears poised for another major opportunity, with the Sauerland brothers pushing to bring his long-rumoured showdown with Wilder to fruition. Provided the remaining contractual hurdles can be cleared, this fight promises to be a significant event in the boxing calendar, capturing the attention of fans worldwide and marking a pivotal moment in both fighters' careers.
