With just over 4 weeks to go till the biggest domestic clash of 2011, British and Commonwealth Heavyweight champion Dereck “Del Boy” Chisora has told Hennessy Sports that he is looking forward to defending his titles against challenger Tyson Fury live on Channel 5. “I was worried that it might not be shown at all but it will be great to be on terrestrial TV. The more boxing that is on TV and the more channels involved can only help the sport.”
The 12 round championship fight will take place on Saturday 23rd July at the Wembley Arena.
The Finchley based fighter, who is unbeaten in all of his 14 professional bouts will be heading to mainland Spain to continue his training camp ahead of the fight. “Training going great, I’ve trained for Klitschko twice now so was already in great shape when this fight was arranged. My training preparations are spot on and bang on schedule for 23rd July. Now I’m off to Marbella, where the sea air and climate suits me and being away from home keeps me focused.”
While Fury is promising to put Chisora firmly in his place next month and strip the titles away from the champion along with his zero on his record, Chisora believes that he has the arsenal to beat his opponent. “I really don’t see anything in Fury that concerns me too greatly. I see this as a similar fight to Gary Mason versus Jess Harding, another similar Heavyweight who stood bolt upright and got punished for it.”
“Tyson Fury’s comments and attitude are quite funny, his wit is just not sharp enough to get under my skin but he keeps wasting his energy trying to. He is so desperate for fame it is taking him away from reality, it’s laughable, and he would do anything or say anything to get a headline and when it matters most, in the ring, he just hasn’t delivered.”
“People ask what have I got that Fury hasn’t? Well the list is endless but most importantly, two championship belts.” Added Chisora
British Light Welterweight champion Ashley “Treasured” Theophane will be defending his British title on the undercard and hot prospects Kid Galahad of Sheffield and Tyson’s cousin, Phill Fury of Lancaster will also be in action.
Fury vs. Chisora will be shown live on Channel 5 on Saturday 23rd July 2011
Sports fans in North America will also be able to watch the “The Big Brawl,” as the event will be distributed in the United States by Integrated Sports Media for live viewing at 3 PM/ET – 12 PM/PT on both cable and satellite pay-per-view via iN Demand, DIRECTV, and Avail-TVN, for a suggested retail price of only $24.95 and in Canada on the Super Channel network.
Tickets are on sale for the “Big Brawl” from the Wembley Arena 24hr box office.
Wembley Arena, 24hr Box Office, 0844 815 0815, http://www.wembleyarena.co.uk
Prices:
*Ringside Gold Seating £350.00
**Ringside Silver Seating £300.00
**Ringside Bronze Seating £250.00
Outer Ringside Seating £150.00
Premium Tiered Seating £50.00
Tiered Seating £40.00
**Upgrade Ticket £45.00
**Please note. All Gold, Silver and Bronze ringside seats and upgrade ticket purchased have exclusive access to the restaurant bar and includes an all inclusive drinks package. Included in the drinks package are House wine, bottled and draught beer and soft drinks. The bar will be open from 5.30pm - 11.30pm.
