Joseph Parker beats Derek Chisora on a split decision in Manchester

Parker, coached by Ireland's Andy Lee, weathered some more punishing moments

Derek Chisora suffered a defeat to Joseph Parker on Saturday night (Steven Paston/PA)

Joseph Parker was knocked down after seven seconds of his heavyweight bout against Derek Chisora but the New Zealander rallied to record a split decision victory at the Manchester Arena.

Having been persuaded to go through with the headline fight by his mother after a row over the ring walks, Chisora looked set for one of the biggest wins of his career when he landed his signature looping overhand right moments after the first bell.