DEREK CHRISORA and Kubrat PULLE almost fought on stage during their press conference, setting the scene for an explosive rematch.
Two days before their fight, the two met up in Canary Wharf and almost started their second fight.
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After a cordial exchange of words, according to Chisora's standards, the pair squatted on the podium for photos.
It quickly turned ugly when they started to push each other.
Much to the relief and delight of Eddie Hearn, both Chisora (37) and Pulev (41), needed to be separated by security.
Eight years after their first in Germany, the heavyweight veterans have rekindled their rivalry.
On that night, Pulev won a split-decision that Chisora still disputes to this day.
The London hardman will have his revenge with an O2 headliner called "Total Carnage".
If the pre-fight press conference is any indication, the grudge fight will live up to its name.
Chisora also said he would live up to his "War on Terror" mantra.
He said, "I'm going to war, man, before the shoving match." That's it."
Chisora has not won in his last three matches after defeats to Oleksandr Uzyk (35), and Joseph Parker (30) twice.
In December 2020, Anthony Joshua, 32, knocked Pulev out. However, Pulev was defeated by Jerry Forrest (34), in May.
