David Haye responds to the brawl

"During the post-fight press conference, I was stood at the back of the room. It wasn't until Bernd Bonte said my name and involved me in the press conference that I commented. I was then happy to banter back and forth with Bonte and Klitschko, keen to ascertain whether he (Vitali) would stay true to his word and reiterate his desire to do what his younger brother couldn't do – knock me out. "I felt as though the public would want to hear more information about this potential bout and that we could both start beating the drum ahead of a showdown later this year. "However, at this point Chisora began firing insults at me from his position on the top table. In fact, he has recently made a habit of saying derogatory things about me in the press. "Moments before declaring he wanted to go face-to-face with me, Chisora assured the gathered media that he would give me 'two slaps'. Chisora had, of course, already been shrouded in controversy that weekend. "Despite this, Chisora climbed down from the top table, removed his robe and then walked towards me, entourage in tow, in an aggressive manner. I held my ground, but, unfortunately, he caused a serious disturbance to occur, something which threatened to damage the reputation of the sport we both love. "Regrettably, some members of his entourage also encouraged the chaos. "Nevertheless, Chisora and I soon separated, brushed ourselves down and moved in opposite directions. The confrontation then reignited, however, and both Don Charles and Adam Booth became involved in the mess. Adam suffered a cut to the head. "Thankfully, it didn't take long for the ruckus to again settle down. It was then that I heard Chisora say he planned to 'shoot me dead'. "I decided to leave the venue and return to my hotel, a move which I hoped would diffuse the situation. However, Chisora's team were staying at the same hotel as me and, in light of the threats Chisora had made in front of the world's media, it seemed far more appropriate for me and Adam to leave the hotel as quickly as possible. "Consequently, I left Munich on an earlier flight on Sunday morning and have been thinking about what happened ever since, as well as replaying the incident many times via YouTube. It goes without saying, I am bitterly disappointed to have been a part of what transpired on Saturday evening. "I realise I am no angel – and don't mind a bit of professional trash-talk to help raise boxing's profile – but, during my 21 years in the sport, I have never been involved in, or even witnessed, such a serious fracas. "If requested, I shall happily assist the boxing authorities with any investigation they wish to launch and, ultimately, hope that all lessons learned from this incident will be implemented. "I also hope Dereck Chisora is able to learn from his mistakes this past weekend, right the wrongs and then go on to fulfil his potential in the boxing ring. " http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/boxing/9093966/David-Haye-bitterly-disappointed-for-involvement-in-brawl-with-Dereck-Chisora-statement-in-full.html

Comments (20)

Implying what in your view? Implying to attack Haye....physically.

14y ago

Mr0pal

That pic makes it quite clear that he was posturing for the media and wasn't going to hit Haye. He was holding the mic so everyone could hear what they were saying and trying to look tough while doing it. I don't think so. Notice Chisora had the mic in his left hand. I have no doubt he was planning to slap Haye with his right (Chisora is right handed & slapped Vitali with his right hand). Why would anybody in their right mind trust Chisora not to slap them after he said he was going to do so many times and had already demonstrated to be a loose cannon? Bravo, Haye. Bravo!

14y ago

Daddy_T

That pic makes it quite clear that he was posturing for the media and wasn't going to hit Haye. He was holding the mic so everyone could hear what they were saying and trying to look tough while doing it. sorry but its naive to say that - fact is chisora's history counts against him, if you took a still pic of the weigh in 1 second before the slap you would say - yup some normal pre fight posturing from chisora there ... you don't let a convicted rapist near your daughter and you don't let somebody who goes around slapping people and threatens to slap you too shove their fist in your face.

14y ago

chaos

So if someone walked up to you while removing their jacket and then put a fist to your chin whether or not it was a hit, you wouldn't respond and just stand there and let that happen? http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/02/19/article-2103368-11CE5039000005DC-564_468x353.jpg It seems everyone that is sticking up for Chisora, when I show them that picture and asked what they would do they shut up, so I ask you, what would you do? Bearing in mind you have just been told that person is going to give you two slaps? That pic makes it quite clear that he was posturing for the media and wasn't going to hit Haye. He was holding the mic so everyone could hear what they were saying and trying to look tough while doing it.

14y ago

SplitSecond

haye's mean face is extreme

14y ago

Elf

lol haye is such a class act

14y ago

Daddy_T

listen would anybody here threaten to give say ... Mike Tyson two slaps then walk up to him agressively, asking if he wants a fight, take off your jacket and shove your fist in his face and then have the gall to claim that your actions were not the cause of Mike Tyson proceeding to bust you up with extreme predjudice? lol at people here saying haye started it ... haye didn't start it, he finished it, just like any heavyweight fighters (bar the brothers apparently) would if somebody came at them in that manner and circumstances.

14y ago

Weebler_I

Don't forget Chisora or one of his entourage said "give him" when approaching Haye. Implying what in your view?

14y ago

Jam_Jars

Saying you are going to slap someone and walking 100ft while taking your robe off and sticking your fist in the other guys face is causing the brawl. Haye had the right to defend himself. Chisora is a retard that can't even spell his own nickname Del Boy is one L not two.

14y ago

Superflo777

Don't forget Chisora or one of his entourage said "give him" when approaching Haye.

14y ago

D4thincarnation

In my opinion, the fighters have to take responsibility for their own actions. Sure the promoters want the fight now that they both talked trash and are from the UK but that's their job. The fighters still have to stay cordial at least until the money is agreed to and the bell rings. The jibber-jabber is okay but it should not come to blows. You didn't see Wlad or Vitali mess up their money. I've seen many brawl avoid by proper security at these events. I've also seen many brawls involving many past heavyweight champs. These guys are fighters these things happen. It is like putting two fighting dogs in a a cage, taunt them for a bit then saying "oh my gosh" when they start bitting each other.

14y ago

Dirk_Diggler_UK

Dirk must have a 10 inch arse hole by now, gets raped in every thread he posts in. Coming from the laughing stock of the Football Thread.:lol1: Dont make me embarrass you in a more public setting.

14y ago

RichCCFC

Dirk must have a 10 inch arse hole by now, gets raped in every thread he posts in.

14y ago

D4thincarnation

The picture doesn't show Chis actually touching Haye. Even if he was touching him, he didn't strike him. DC obviously had a role but Haye started the brawl with his close quarter combo, there can be little doubt about. If your talking ****, walking up to me aggressively and been telling everyone how you are going to ***** slap me and saying that if we meet on the street we will have a fight, you better be sure I'm getting the first punch off. Haye threw the first punch, but don't blame him for the brawl.

14y ago

arraamis

He comes off very well in this version of events... shame that we all know he had played a part in all this as well. As for hitting his own trainer and cutting his head open... that was pure genius. :lol1: From that TS reading one would think Haye, was dragged into the melee and was the cooler of all the heads in the room.

14y ago

D4thincarnation

That's right. If I was approached by a guy like Chisora who had already said he was gona slap me in the same conversation, you bet your a55 I'm going to stick him first. Also: I don't know what Haye was holding but he definitely threw a punch that knocked the sh*t outta Derrick. You can see his jaw caved in with his tongue staying in place. I think it's funny as hell how karma bit his a55 back. Haye had a bottle in his hand, think he was just have a beer, but he hit him with his fist not the bottle. Punch landed flush on Dereck's chin, then caught his with another then took him down. The organizers have to take some of the blame though, including Fwank who wanted to pitch the Haye Chisora fight.

14y ago

Weebler_I

He grinded his fist across his chin, as there is another picture from the other side that I posted on a thread last night shows, but like I said in this thread with a post aimed at you and asked you what you would do, there is a bloke with his entourage in tow removing his jacket and already threatened to slap you, what you going to do when you feel his fist on your chin? What you or I would do isn't really relevant. From the Board's point of view Haye had the option to walk away, but it remains that the brawl did not kick off until Haye unleashed the combo, Chisora threw no punches (not visible ones anyhow).

14y ago

Dirk_Diggler_UK

and now you're a self concious troll who's mad lol. like i said, your whole shtick is weak. you're not funny for acting like a fake homosexual. your whole act just isn't working man. Should i get into MMA so i can act like a real homosexual?

14y ago

The_Golden_Boi

The picture doesn't show Chis actually touching Haye. Even if he was touching him, he didn't strike him. DC obviously had a role but Haye started the brawl with his close quarter combo, there can be little doubt about. He grinded his fist across his chin, as there is another picture from the other side that I posted on a thread last night shows, but like I said in this thread with a post aimed at you and asked you what you would do, there is a bloke with his entourage in tow removing his jacket and already threatened to slap you, what you going to do when you feel his fist on your chin?

14y ago

Weebler_I

No point in even trying to explain to these guys mate, like I said I never got a reply from either of them regarding the picture that I posted on several different threads on here where everyone says Haye started it all. As soon as I post the picture Chisora fans just seems to go elsewhere! The picture doesn't show Chis actually touching Haye. Even if he was touching him, he didn't strike him. DC obviously had a role but Haye started the brawl with his close quarter combo, there can be little doubt about.

14y ago