However, the promoter believes in the performance of the “Gypsy King”
Promoter Ben Shalom commented on the upcoming rematch between the former WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury (34-1-1, 24 KOs) and current holder of the WBC, IBO, WBA and WBO titles Alexander Usik (22-0, 14 KOs).
“I support Tyson Fury, just like in the first fight. “I wanted him to win because Tyson is British, but I don’t see any way he can beat Oleksandr Usyk.”
“Usyk has proven his quality time and time again, but I don’t think we’ve seen the best version of this guy. Even if we talk about the first fight against Tyson.”
“There is no doubt that both guys will be better in a rematch, but given history, I give my preference to Usyk, even though I really want Fury to win.”
Let us remember that on the night of May 18-19, Usik inflicted the first defeat in his professional career on Tyson 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.
An agreement has been concluded between Usik and Fury for a re-fight. The “Gypsy King” has officially activated the rematch option.
The second fight between Alexander and Tyson will take place on December 21, 2024 in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman said he would seek the introduction of video replays in this fight.
At the end of October, the first press conference and duel of the boxers’ views took place in London. Usik appeared in public to the song “Ave Maria” in the extravagant image of the hero of the computer game series Hitman. Fury came out to the song “Barbie Girl.” The event was hosted by legendary ring announcer Michael Buffer.
Source: Sportarena
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