'Klitschko vs Chisora' results recap from Germany: Vitali rolls to decision win
by Patrick L. Stumberg on Feb 18, 2012 7:00 PM EST
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One-half of the most dominant duo in boxing, Vitali Klitschko, put his title on the line against British contender Dereck "Del Boy" Chisora today (Sat., Feb. 18, 2012) in Germany.
Controversy blossomed at the weigh-ins yesterday when Chisora slapped Klitschko, which cost him a quarter of his purse. Chisora continued his mind games up until the bell, spitting on Wladimir Klitschko during the pre-fight staredowns. Many expected an infuriated Vitali to run roughshod over Chisora.
Not so much.
While the opening rounds were fairly one-sided in favor of the champion, Chisora upped his punch output, forcing the enormous Klitschko to backpedal and taking him out of his comfort zone. While his winging overhands tended to fall short, Chisora's constant body attack looked to be paying dividends, making Klitschko look every bit the 40-year-old man that he is.
Unfortunately, Klitschko, being such a veteran and all, took control in the later rounds with his range and powerful right hand. And while Chisora did manage to give a solid effort in the final round, "Del Boy" still came up short, losing on scores of 118-110 (x2) and 119-111.
MMAmania.com, admittedly turned off by Chisora's antics, had it 119-109 for Klitschko.
While Vitali got the win, as expected, he looked much more vulnerable than he has since returning to the sport, and it will be interesting to see where he goes from here. Chisora proved himself a durable, gritty contender capable of giving any heavyweight a headache. It will be interesting to see where they both go from here.
For complete results and blow-by-blow, round-by-round coverage of the fight click here.
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Surprised
He didn’t kill him after that spit incident, that shit should be illegal
Unfortunate that Vitali didn't KO him after the weigh in slap
Sorry i meant “jab to death”
But good on him.
"..That man has to be eliminated." - Fedor Emelianenko
Wait, Klitschko jabbed his way to victory.... lemme put on my surprised face
(it’s the same as my normal face in this situation)
Being "The People's Champ" is like being a Special Olympics Gold Medalist
It just means that a bunch of retards think that you're the best
by Clark Griswald on Feb 18, 2012 11:10 PM EST up reply actions
Chisora, typical unsportsmanlike childish behavior.
Wouldnt expect anything less from this moron. Ghetto behavior. Vitali acted civilized & gentleman-like until the fight started than won. Good for him.
chisora is nothing but an ignorant waste of life. Fine him, no rematch
where did he learn his disgusting habits? Put him back in the jungle. POS
Chisora's an idiot who did nothing to earn a title fight in the first place
Even for boxing having a guy who went 1-2 in his last 3 including a KO defeat to Tyson Fury fight a legendary champion in Vitali is nothing short than a disgrace. The fact that they gave the opportunity to someone like Chisora who has been in trouble countless times for his comments and actions in the ring as well as out (he was convicted for assaulting his girlfriend in 2010) makes it that much worse. The fact that Vitali couldn’t finish him shows how far he has fallen over the last few years as well, if there was anyone decent in the HW division to challenge the Klitschkos then Vitali in particular looks vulnerable. Another reason for me to care a little less about boxing.
Always a Nick Diaz fan, losing a close fight to Carlos Condit does not mean that you were overrated. And utilising a smart strategy to win a fight does not mean that you're scared.
Mania misses dakatak.
Apparently Haye and his entourage got into a fight with Chisora at the post-fight press conference
And Haye’s manager Adam Booth suffered some cuts as a result. I really wish that I could find something positive to say about boxing in 2012 but I’ve lost what little respect I had left for it. There is nobody remotely likable involved in the sport anymore, even well spoken legends like the Klitschkos and Pacman have shady management.
Always a Nick Diaz fan, losing a close fight to Carlos Condit does not mean that you were overrated. And utilising a smart strategy to win a fight does not mean that you're scared.
Mania misses dakatak.
You'll have something positive when Badr Hari has his first match.
"It’s Mark Pavelich calling from the Maximum Fighting Championship,
I’ve just received notice that Drew Fickett or you, I don’t care which one of you fuckers did it, has signed a contract to fight in Strikeforce this fucking weekend. I’m going to get on a fucking plane soon and go where you’re at and choke you the fuck out. I’m telling you right now, I’ve had enough of your fucking shit. First of all, I’ve sent you the fucking pictures and secondly, I placed Drew Fickett in a fight fucking months ago and five weeks prior to my main event of my fucking fight card. You’re going to give me a fucking call tomorrow or I swear I’ll get on a fucking plane and go right where you’re at right now. You’re pissing me off, I’ve been nothing but professional to you motherfuckers and you’re doing this kind of bullshit, alright? Call me back, I’m fucking pissed."
by Swedish Chef smerdy herdy verdy on Feb 19, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions
ouch
-on a side note
anyone know what kind of numbers boxing events such as this pull in?
PPV buys? Live gate? Was this event PPV or HBO?
I’m curious how boxing is fairing these days. I have admittedly lost touch, but it seems from my perspective that only a handful of names still draw a lot of attention (PBF, Pacman, Klischkos, etc) and the HW division seems to be lacking an interesting matchup for YEARS now.
Does the fact that boxing is more global (than mma) keep it afloat? I know that bigtime headliners in boxing have made HUGE paydays, and I have recently heard big #’s thrown around for PBF/Pacman type fights, but are other fighters getting paid that money (or even close, as in several mil for a fight) or only the handful of names that an avg joe would recognize?
not bashing here, just curious. I actually wish boxing would help it’s own cause a little bit and get organized or promote a bit more effectively. I tend to find out about title fights after they happen and often only if there was a controversy. (not that I’m really looking tbh)
Being "The People's Champ" is like being a Special Olympics Gold Medalist
It just means that a bunch of retards think that you're the best
re: ouch
> ’twas regarding Swedish chef calling Fausto a faggot….
temper temper….
Being "The People's Champ" is like being a Special Olympics Gold Medalist
It just means that a bunch of retards think that you're the best
with overeem, cain, dos santos, mir, etc, i’m kinda excited about the ufc HW division for once. hell, i found a way to have some begruding respect for lesnar on his way out. go figure.
Gatti. Dekkers. Pele. Aoki. Kang. Vanderlei. Basillio. Harry Greb.
by theworldsoldestsport on Feb 19, 2012 1:51 PM EST reply actions
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