After two fights with the Ukrainian, the “Gypsy King” is open to a confrontation with Joshua
WBC champion belt holder Tyson Fury announced that the deal with the Ukrainian WBO/WBA/IBF/IBO champion Alexander Usik the fight for the title of absolute world heavyweight champion has the option of a mandatory rematch.
“For some reason, over the past five years, there has always been something that got in the way [мне драться с Джошуа]. And this time it’s a fight for the title of absolute world heavyweight champion. So what is it [бой с Джошуа] still in the background. Although, of course, a great performance by A.J. [в поединке с Нганну]. Fantastic”.
“But, unfortunately, I have bigger things to do with Usyk on May 18th. And in October we will have a rematch. So after that, if he’s still available and I’m still available, let’s start talking.”
Promoter Eddie Hearn expressed confidence that his ward Anthony Joshua will knock out Tyson Fury. Hearn called for a fight between Tyson and AJ immediately if the “Gypsy King” wins over WBO/WBA/IBF/IBO title holder Alexander Usik.
The unification fight for the title of absolute world heavyweight champion between Fury and Usyk will take place on May 18. The event will be hosted by the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh. The WBC proposes to reform the judges for the reporting fight, increasing their number to 5-6 people.
WBC President Mauricio Suleiman announced that an agreement had been concluded between the boxers for a re-fight. The WBO is also ready to sanction the second fight. It was reported that the fate of a possible rematch depends on the holding of the first fight. Penalties for boxers who refuse to fight are $10 million.
Source: Sportarena
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