Oleksandr Usyk showcased his dominance in the heavyweight division once again, defeating Tyson Fury to retain his unified world titles in an intense rematch held at Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena, Saudi Arabia.
The Ukrainian star, widely regarded as one of boxing’s modern greats, claimed another close points victory over Fury, having handed the Briton his first career loss by split decision earlier this year.
A Battle of Wits and Will
Fury, 36, started the fight strongly, landing several eye-catching shots in the opening rounds. However, Usyk’s superior strategy, work rate, and cleaner punches ultimately swayed the judges in his favor.
All three scorecards read 116-112 in favor of the 37-year-old Usyk, who retained his WBA (Super), WBC, and WBO heavyweight titles.
A Legacy Cemented
With this win, Usyk extended his undefeated professional record to 23 victories. The Olympic gold medallist and former undisputed cruiserweight champion continues to cement his legacy as one of the sport’s greatest fighters.
“He [Tyson Fury] is a great fighter, he is a great opponent. An unbelievable 24 rounds for my career. Thank you so much,” Usyk said, reflecting on their two bouts.
Frustration for Fury
Fury, a two-time world champion, now has two career losses—both against Usyk. A visibly frustrated Fury left the ring without giving a post-fight interview, later expressing his disagreement with the judges’ decision backstage.
“I’m convinced I won the fight by at least three rounds,” Fury stated.
Future Challenges Await
The night wasn’t without drama, as IBF world champion Daniel Dubois entered the ring to call for a rematch with Usyk, setting the stage for a possible showdown.
As the heavyweight division evolves, Usyk’s reign continues to shine brightly, with fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in his illustrious career.
