Teams of boxers are still talking, discussing the place of the fight for the absolute title.
The owner of the WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight titles Oleksandr Usyk in his next fight should meet the WBC champion Tyson Fury in the ring, which defines the absolute in the division.
According to ESPN insider Mike Coppinger, the fight between the Ukrainian and British fighters is scheduled for April 29.
While the parties continue to discuss the place of organization of the battle. The main option at the moment is Saudi Arabia, with Wembley Stadium in London as a backup.
“Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are in talks to fight for the undisputed heavyweight title on April 29th.
Usyk closed his part of the deal with the Saudis, and now it’s Fury’s turn. If not, the match could end up at Wembley. Ramadan ends on April 21,” Coppinger wrote.
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk remain in talks for an undisputed heavyweight title fight targeting April 29, sources told ESPN.
Usyk closed his side of the deal with the Saudis and now it should be Fury’s turn. If not, the match could head to Wembley. Ramadan ends on April 21.
— Mike Coppinger (@MikeCoppinger) February 1, 2023
It was previously reported that Tyson Fury has found a replacement for Oleksandr Usyk should the fight for the title of absolute champion be cancelled.
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