Ricky previously considered Fury the favorite, but he recognizes Usik’s victory as fair
Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton shared his opinion on the outcome of the fight for the title of absolute world heavyweight champion between his compatriot Tyson Fury and Ukrainian Alexander Usik.
“Honestly, I think this is a fair result. Sometimes you can score differently depending on whether you like boxing on your back foot. Tyson did some really good things. Boxing has always been about whether you like pressure or someone who doesn’t give up.”
“I think it was a great fight. Knockdown round, what a round! Tyson, how did he stay on his feet? It probably bounced off every corner. But yes, I think the best man won, but Tyson made us proud again.”
Earlier, before the fight, Hatton repeatedly gave the advantage to Fury in his forecasts, but at the same time gave credit to his opponent.
On the night of May 19, Usik inflicted the first defeat of Fury in his professional career in a fight that took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). The victory was awarded to the Ukrainian by a split decision: 115-112, 113-114 and 114-113.
Usik became the first absolute world heavyweight champion in the era of four belts. In the heavyweight division, the last time Lennox Lewis held absolute status was in 1999, but then three titles were enough for this title.
It was reported that an agreement had been reached between Usyk and Fury for a re-fight. The Chairman of the General Authority of Entertainment of Saudi Arabia, Turki Al al-Sheikh, stated that the rematch between Alexander and Tyson is scheduled for October 12-13 in Riyadh.
Source: Sportarena
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