The upcoming showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is set to determine the first undisputed heavyweight champion in nearly 25 years, with both fighters boasting unbeaten records as professionals.
Scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2024, the highly-anticipated event will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Here’s what you need to know:
Key Details:
- Who: Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk
- When: Saturday, May 18, 2024 – main event at approximately 1pm local time (22:00 GMT)
- Where: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Professional Records (W-L-D): Fury (34-0-1), Usyk (21-0-0)
- Wins by Knockout: Fury (24), Usyk (14)
- Height: Fury – 206cm (6ft 9in), Usyk – 190cm (6ft 3in)
- Reach: Fury – 216cm (85in), Usyk – 197cm (78in)
In the lead-up to their historic clash, both Fury and Usyk have displayed a relaxed demeanor, despite occasional tension between their camps. While Fury’s father made headlines for an altercation with Usyk’s entourage earlier in the week, the fighters themselves maintained a light-hearted approach during open workouts and press conferences.
However, as the final news conference approached, the atmosphere grew tense, signaling the weight of the momentous occasion. With boxing legends Lennox Lewis and Evander Holyfield in attendance, Fury and Usyk remained composed but focused, refraining from their usual banter.
Usyk, draped in a traditional Ukrainian sash, expressed a desire to make history, while Fury, known for his flamboyant persona, kept his remarks brief, emphasizing his readiness for the challenge ahead.
As the anticipation builds for this historic showdown, fans eagerly await to witness two undefeated champions vie for heavyweight supremacy. With the winner poised to etch their name among boxing’s greats, all eyes will be on Riyadh come fight night.
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