Joe Joyce vs. Derek Chisora walkout songs: Tracks the boxers have used before
The much-anticipated Joe Joyce vs. Derek Chisora all-British showdown is scheduled to take place this Saturday at The O2 Arena in London, United Kingdom. The 12-round, non-title heavyweight clash will be the main event of a fight card featuring four championship bouts.
Joyce is riding high after a 10th-round knockout victory over Kash Ali this past March, marking his return to the win column following two consecutive stoppage losses in 2023 to WBO interim heavyweight champion Zhilei Zhang. Before these setbacks, 'Juggernaut' secured an impressive knockout win over Joseph Parker in the 11th round of their WBO interim title fight in September 2022.
The 2016 Rio Olympic silver medalist has also notched victories against notable opponents such as Bermane Stiverne, Carlos Takam, and Daniel Dubois.
Meanwhile, Chisora, a battle-hardened veteran nearing the end of his 17-year career, has twice contended for the WBC title—against Vitali Klitschko in February 2012 and in a trilogy bout with Tyson Fury in December 2022. 'War' demonstrated his enduring tenacity in his last outing by securing a unanimous decision victory over Gerald Washington in August 2023.
The fight card broadcast kicks off at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT on Saturday, July 27, for viewers in the United States. Meanwhile, fans in the United Kingdom can tune in to catch all the action starting at 6 PM GMT.
Meanwhile, the main event ring walks are slated to commence around 5 PM ET/2 PM PT in the United States, corresponding to 9 PM GMT in the United Kingdom. However, these times are approximate and may vary depending on the length of the undercard bouts.
The boxers' entrances are pivotal moments in major matches, offering a dramatic prelude that captivates the audience and ignites an electrifying atmosphere. While the walkout songs for Joyce and Chisora remain a mystery, we can look back at their previous selections to anticipate the thrilling tracks that might set the stage for their upcoming showdown.
Joe Joyce vs. Derek Chisora: What songs did both boxers walk out to?
Boasting an impressive professional record of 16-2, with 15 victories by knockout, Joe Joyce steps into the ring determined to regain his momentum. His sights are firmly set on reclaiming his position at the top of the world heavyweight division.
'Juggernaut' stands out as one of the few fighters with his own signature ring walk song. He has made it a tradition to enter the arena to the beats of 'Big Juggernaut' by Eyez for his recent bouts.
For his fight against Carlos Takam in June 2021, Joyce took his ring walk to a new level of extravagance. Embracing his 'Juggernaut' moniker, he donned a customized plant pot on his head, creating a memorable and theatrical entrance.
Meanwhile, with a record of 34-13, including 23 knockout victories, Derek Chisora, a battle-hardened veteran nearing the twilight of his illustrious 17-year career, stands at a pivotal crossroads. A loss on Saturday night could mark the end of his storied journey.
For his trilogy clash with Tyson Fury, 'War' crafted an epic ring entrance by combining two powerful songs. He began with 'Wakanda' by Ludwig Göransson featuring Baaba Maal, the stirring theme from Marvel's blockbuster movie 'Black Panther,' and then transitioned to 'Zimbabwe' by Bob Marley and The Wailers.
In his rematch against Kubrat Pulev in July 2022, Chisora made an unforgettable ring entrance to the timeless classic 'Always on My Mind' by the legendary Elvis Presley.