Deontay Wilder’s bizarre 3-word message to Derek Chisora just before throwing huge right hand in eighth round of fight

DEONTAY WILDER bizarrely told Derek Chisora “I love you” before throwing a huge right hand that knocked his rival through the ropes in round eight.

The Bronze Bomber traded heavy blows with the British star in their O2 Arena bout on Saturday night.

But towards the end of the contest, Wilder started having more success and eventually scored a knock down in round eight.

Chisora had landed a massive overhand right on the head of Wilder, but the American battled back as he stunned him with a series of hooks.

Del Boy was forced up against the ropes with Wilder preparing to take him out.

But just before he unleashed on Chisora, he appeared to say: “I love you” to his rival.

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