David Flower
Dailysports's expert
Derek Chisora
Otto Wallin
On February 8, Manchester will host a spectacular boxing show, with the main event featuring a clash between Derek Chisora and Otto Wallin. The organizers have added intrigue to the event by dubbing it "The Last Dance." The upcoming evening promises to be a real celebration for boxing fans and those who appreciate the drama of big sports. Here’s a betting suggestion for this fight with solid odds.
Fight Preview
Derek Chisora is a name recognized by anyone who follows boxing. This veteran of the ring has been fighting for so long that some of his fans weren’t even born when he started his career. Chisora has shared the ring with legends such as Tyson Fury, Joseph Parker, Oleksandr Usyk, Dillian Whyte, and Vitali Klitschko. Now 41, his best years are behind him, but he still manages to add fresh wins to his record.
In his last two fights, Chisora claimed points victories over Joe Joyce (16-2-0) and Gerald Washington (20-5-1). His bout with Joyce was particularly notable. Chisora pushed himself to the limit, perhaps even beyond, and emerged victorious after a grueling battle. A true fighter with character, he continues to surprise even at this stage of his career.
Otto Wallin is a boxer who once made headlines by sensationally defeating Murat Gassiev and putting up a solid fight against Tyson Fury. However, December 2023 was a tough month for the Swede, as Anthony Joshua knocked him out in emphatic fashion.
Despite this setback, Wallin quickly bounced back, securing a first-round knockout over Onoriode Ehwarieme (20-4-0) in his most recent fight. While Wallin may never become a major star, he has carved out a niche as an experienced fighter capable of dealing with opponents in the twilight of their careers. Against the 41-year-old Chisora, Wallin has a good chance to showcase these qualities.
Fight Prediction
Chisora, despite his experience, is no longer the fighter he once was, and age, combined with the wear and tear on his body, is likely to become a factor in the latter stages of the fight. If Wallin can withstand the early rounds and capitalize on Chisora's fatigue, he has a realistic chance to claim victory. We recommend betting on "Otto Wallin to win" with odds of 1.55.
