Tyson Fury‘s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk is just three days away as the Brit aims to win the unified heavyweight titles – seven months after suffering his first professional defeat, against the Ukrainian.
in May, Usyk defeated Fury by split decision to become the first undisputed champion of this division in 24 years. Now the pair return to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Usyk is defending gold against the “Gypsy King” – minus the IBF belt, which he left in the spring.
Fury fought impressively in Maywho led the fight after the midway stage, but a phenomenal rally from Usyk secured the win, keeping the former heavyweight king undefeated.
Usyk, 37, even came close to stopping Fury, 36, in the ninth roundand from that he will gain a lot of confidence in Saturday’s rematch.
Follow all updates of Usyk vs Fury 2, including open practices on Wednesdaybelow. You can watch the fight live on DAZN this weekend.
Fury vs Usyk 2 build-up and open practices LIVE
Fury vs. Usyk 2, in a 12-rounder for the unified heavyweight titles, will take place on Saturday.
The second leg is played at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The main event is scheduled to begin at 10:25 PM GMT (2:25 PM PT / 4:25 PM CT / 5:25 PM ET).
Alex Pattle18 December 2024 10:40
Fury vs Usyk 2 build-up and open practices LIVE
Fury fought impressively in Maywho led the fight after the midway stage, but a phenomenal rally from Usyk secured the win, keeping the former heavyweight king undefeated.
Follow all updates of Usyk vs Fury 2, including open practices on Wednesdayright here.
Alex Pattle18 December 2024 10:17