Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury II: Bernard Hopkins Makes Bold Prediction

On May 18, 2024, Oleksandr Usyk (22-0, 14 KOs) created history, defeating Tyson Fury (34-1-1, 24 KOs) in their undisputed heavyweight clash, becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis. It’s now time for the rematch on December 21. The IBF crown will not be available as it was vacated by the Ukrainian, with Daniel Dubois picking up the strap and defending it in style, stopping Anthony Joshua. Ahead of the Dec. 21 rematch, Bernard Hopkins has revealed his prediction and method of victory when speaking to Fight Hub TV. 

Bernard Hopkins Shares Prediction for Usyk vs. Fury Rematch

Hopkins Predicts Decisive Outcome in Usyk-Fury II

The December 21 rematch will offer both in the main event a chance to further cement their legacy in heavyweight boxing. During their first bout “The Gypsy King” had his moments, especially in the first half of the fight, as he controlled the distance and temp impressively while picking his shots. Usyk improved as the fight progressed, including the massive ninth round, where he had Fury in plenty of trouble.

Hopkins knows all about winning titles in big fights having been the undisputed middleweight champion. He has also become a key component at Golden Boy Promotions and the Philadelphia-born Hall of Famer spoke to Fight Hub TV on the highly anticipated Usyk-Fury rematch: “I think the smaller guy is really the big guy in heart and the big guy in talent.” He continued: “I believe Usyk has his number, and I believe that he’s not a big heavyweight, which I think helps him in this particular fight.” 

Revealing his prediction and method of victory, Hopkins said: “I just think he has the IQ that Tyson Fury won’t be able to keep up and withstand as time or rounds go on. I like Usyk, possibly by stoppage late, and not from a punch, I think it will just be a mercy call by the referee.” 

Fury vs. Usyk II Full Fight Card

• Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury; For Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titles
• Serhii Bohachuk vs. Israil Madrimov; Super welterweight
• Moses Itauma vs. Demsey McKean; Heavyweight
• Johnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen; Heavyweight
• Dennis McCann vs. Peter McGrail; For McCann’s European super bantamweight title
• Isaac Lowe vs. Lee McGregor; Featherweight

Stay with Big Fight Weekend for the build-up to the fight between Usyk and Fury, including news and predictions.