Tyson Fury And Oleksandr Usyk Finally Sign To Fight
Finally, we have all received the news we have been waiting for. Tyson Fury (33-0-1, 24 KOs) and Oleksandr Usyk (21-0, 14 KOs) have signed to fight in a historic undisputed heavyweight fight. No date for this massive fight has been set, with early suggestions this clash is likely to happen early next year. This fight will crown the division’s first undisputed champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.
Tyson Fury and Usyk Agree to Fight
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Undisputed Details
The news of this mega fight being agreed will be music to the ears of all boxing fans. Many feel this fight could have happened earlier this year. Usyk and his representatives have been clear that they became tired of the drawn-out negotiations, which saw them walk away from the discussions – which saw the Ukrainian fight WBA mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois, with Usyk surviving a fifth-round scare and stopping Dubois later in the fight.
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It is thought Usyk accepted a 70/30 purse split in favour of Fury but denied the Brit’s call to scrap the proposed rematch clause. The breakdown of negotiations saw Fury agree to fight former UFC star Francis Ngannou, with the two fighters already meeting at the official press conference.
The fight boxing has demanded will take place at the Kindom Arena in Saudi Arabia. Despite the confirmation of the fight being signed and the venue confirmed, we are waiting on the official fight date. This mega fight will be promoted by Queensberry, Top Rank, K2 and Usyk17.
Quotes From Those Involved
Frank Warren confirmed the fight and the magnitude of the event: “Delighted to finally get this fight signed, this is the biggest fight that could possibly be made in our sport. The heavyweights always spark the imagination of the fans, and I have no doubt this will be the biggest boxing event of the century.”
Bob Arum was also full of excitement following the announcement: “Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are the two greatest heavyweights of their generation, and I can’t wait to see what happens when they step into the ring in Riyadh.”
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Alex Krassyk of K2 simply said: “I can’t believe that it’s happening but it is.” He added: “Respect to Tyson for his courage and thank the Lord for all he gives us.”
“The Gypsy King” via social media shared the news boxing fans have craved. In an accompanying message, he sent a message directly to Usyk: “You can’t run rabbit run anymore.”
In preparation for this super fight, check out Oleksandr Usyk‘s career highlights ranked.
