Tyson Fury is set to face Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday night in a bout for the undisputed world heavyweight title.
Despite the high stakes, Fury remains unconcerned about his legacy as a fighter.
Speaking in an interview, Fury said, “I’m not too concerned about what people are going to be saying in 100 years. The dust from our bones won’t exist in 100 years, never mind what they say about a boxing match in 100 years.”
Tyson Fury, weighing in at 262lb, and Oleksandr Usyk, at a career heaviest of 233lb, are poised for their undisputed world heavyweight title bout tomorrow night.
The tension escalated during the weigh-in, with the rivals nearly coming to blows amidst a cacophony of noise. Fury aggressively confronted Usyk during their face-off, resulting in a quick intervention by security.
Leading up to the fight, explore our pre-fight predictions from boxing experts and insights from three of Usyk’s former opponents on what makes him so formidable.
The highly anticipated clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will take place on Saturday, with ring walks expected around 11pm (BST). Initially scheduled for February in Saudi Arabia, the bout was postponed due to a “freak cut” Fury sustained during training.
At a media event on Monday, Tyson’s father, John Fury, headbutted a member of Usyk’s entourage. During Thursday’s press conference, Tyson Fury refused to face-off with his Ukrainian opponent, heightening the pre-fight tension.
How to Watch in the UK
UK viewers can watch the fight via DAZN, Sky Sports, and TNT Sports. The costs are as follows:
– £24.95 via Sky Sports Box Office
– £24.99 for new DAZN customers (including a month’s subscription)
– £23.99 for existing DAZN customers
– £24.99 via TNT Sports Box Office
Radio Broadcast
Unfortunately, the fight will not be broadcast on the radio in the UK. The BBC and Talksport were unable to secure the broadcast rights due to ongoing disputes with Fury’s camp.
The bout will take place in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, with both teams having arrived earlier this month to prepare for the showdown.
This fight will determine the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis defeated Evander Holyfield in Las Vegas 25 years ago, marking a significant moment in boxing history.
Speaking to newsmen, Lennox Lewis explained why it has taken so long to get an undisputed match-up back on the agenda and why there was so little trash talking back in his day.
Tyson Fury, who holds the WBC belt since defeating Deontay Wilder in 2020, has successfully defended it three times against Wilder, Dillian Whyte, and most recently Derek Chisora.
Meanwhile, Oleksandr Usyk, who has held the WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight titles since beating Anthony Joshua in 2021, has defended his titles twice, in a rematch with Joshua and against Daniel Dubois.
Both Fury and Usyk remain undefeated in their professional careers. The winner of this bout will become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era.
The fight was postponed from its original February date after Fury suffered a cut above his eye during sparring, caused by an elbow from Agron Smakici. Leaked footage of the session appeared to show the elbow causing the cut, but Smakici insists it was accidental, explaining, “When you see the punch, I know I shot a clear punch, but the way he held my head, he was pulling my head forward to him. So, that’s maybe why the elbow came through also. But it was a punch first of all. It was a freak accident.”
Usyk said, My victory will be for Ukraine.
Usyk has expressed that should he win, it could be his last bout in this division. “Maybe I will go back to cruiserweight and win,” said the former undisputed cruiser weight champion, emphasizing that his victory would be dedicated to Ukraine.
“I feel incredible, as good as I did at the 2012 Olympic Games. Just as young and energetic, and with a big desire to move forward,” he added. “It’s the most importa
