Derek Chisora is taking on Otto Wallin (Image: TNT Sports)
Derek Chisora couldn’t hold back the tears as he entered the dressing room ahead of his fight against Otto Wallin.
The 41-year-old was preparing for his 49th fight as a professional and his self-proclaimed last on UK shores.
In a clip posted to TNT Sports’ social media, Chisora is seen with his head in hands while walking into the warm-up area of Manchester’s Co-Op Arena.
Visibly emotional, ‘WAR’ could be seen in tears, with the boxer clearly overcome by the prospect of waving goodbye to a British crowd for the final time.
Speaking in the build-up to the clash, he said: “Before I came to Manchester my wife said ‘go and enjoy yourself.’
“She said it’s the week to enjoy. I’m trying to enjoy it but it’s so emotional because I love this game so much. I love the ups and downs, winning and losing.
“It’s difficult to leave boxing if you don’t want to. I was told to leave at 50 fights so that’s what I’m doing. I would have done 100 fights.”
On the decision to stage his final bout on UK soil in Manchester, Chisora added: “I’ve had some amazing nights in Manchester, both in the ring and in the warehouse raves. So [it was only] right I had one last dance up north.
“Come February 8th I’m going to be bringing war to Wallin, be ready for my penultimate showreel knockout.”
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