dailyloe.com – WBO heavyweight champion Fabio Wardley has publicly suggested fellow boxer Derek Chisora should retire. Wardley made the comments ahead of Chisora’s scheduled bout against former champion Deontay Wilder this Saturday. The fight will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 5 Live and the BBC Sport website.
Wardley stated that Chisora has given his heart and soul to the sport. He believes the veteran deserves to sit down and have time to himself. The champion’s comments highlight a common debate about fighter longevity.
He acknowledged it is a difficult decision for any athlete to retire. Fighters often struggle to end their careers on a high note. This can lead to a cycle of taking ‘one more’ fight.
Wardley expressed general concern for boxers’ wellbeing in every fight. He noted the risk exists whether a fighter is starting or finishing their career. However, he admitted few people can tell Chisora when to stop.
The WBO champion said Chisora will dictate his own time and terms. He described Chisora as a ubiquitous figure at boxing shows and events. Wardley also mentioned their history of sparring early in his own career.
The article confirms the match is a surprising but sensible matchup. Listeners can tune in for radio commentary from 22:00 GMT. Live text commentary begins at 20:00 on the BBC Sport platforms.[]
Source: BBC
