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Derek Chisora vs. Kubrat Pulev 2: List of odds, favourites, markets, prediction and betting trends
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Six years on from their first meeting, heavyweights Derek Chisora and Kubrat Pulev meet once again.
Pulev came out on top via a split decision when he fought Chisora for the European title in May 2016. But with retirement looming, Chisora is looking to settle the score against his Bulgarian rival.
Here's how the odds stack up ahead of Saturday's heavyweight matchup.
Chisora vs. Pulev 2 odds
Derek Chisora: 9/4
Kubrat Pulev: 4/11
Draw: 20/1
(All odds via Betfred )
Betfred (as of July 8) has Pulev installed as the favourite at 4/11. This means that you would need to bet £110 to win £40, plus your original stake. Meanwhile, Chisora is the underdog at 9/4, which means a £40 bet will bring in £90 in addition to the original stake.
Chisora vs. Pulev 2 prediction
This fight may not be the most technical contest fans will have witnessed in recent weeks, but this rematch has the potential to provide some entertainment.
Both men are at the backend of their careers and are looking for one last big payday, and if this is indeed the last fight for either Chisora or Pulev, they will want to leave a lasting mark on the sport.
If Chisora is to get revenge on Pulev, he will need to manage his stamina. During his rematch with Joseph Parker last December, Chisora was busy in the first few rounds but began to tire, which allowed Parker to seize control and eventually win on points.
However, with the animosity the pair showed at the fight week press conference, expect Chisora and Pulev to go toe-to-toe in the center of the ring.
I don't expect this fight to reach the second half of the scheduled 12 rounds, and with Chisora shooting down any thoughts of retirement after this fight, the British veteran could have one last win inside him and bring his three-fight losing streak to an end.
Astbury's pick: Derek Chisora to win in round five (40/1 on Betfred - UK and IRE customers only)
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Method of victory
Derek Chisora on points: 13/2
Derek Chisora by KO/TKO/DQ/Technical decision: 4/1
Kubrat Pulev on points: 11/8
Kubrat Pulev by KO/TKO/DQ/Technical decision: 19/10
