Derek Chisora announces December boxing return against likely opponent Murat Gassiev
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 6:14 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
Derek Chisora will return to the boxing ring in December after previously announcing his retirement. He plans to fight under the International Boxing Association’s banner in the UK. Although details on the date and venue are not confirmed, Chisora expressed hope to face WBA champion Murat Gassiev, who recently defended his title. Chisora made the announcement in Istanbul, stating his desire to support the IBA, which organized his upcoming bout, signaling his continuing career in boxing.
- •Derek Chisora will fight again in December under the IBA banner.
- •Chisora hopes to face WBA champion Murat Gassiev.
- •Details on date and venue for the fight remain unconfirmed.
- •Gassiev defended his title against Peter Kadiru in July.
- 6:14 PMYahoo Sports — Derek Chisora won't retire after all: December return set, WBA champ Murat Gassiev likely opponent
"To the surprise of absolutely nobody, Chisora's "last dance" wasn't his final fight after all.
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