There is a new undisputed and undefeated heavyweight champion of the world.
09.05.2024 - 09:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The highly anticipated clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is finally on the horizon.
Originally scheduled for earlier this year, Saturday, May 18 is now the date the two giants of boxing will lock horns. It's been over two decades since the heavyweight division witnessed a unified world champion, with Lennox Lewis holding that distinction back in 1999 and boxing fans will now get to see another holder of all four belts.
Now, with Fury and Usyk set to collide in a major undisputed fight, the excitement among boxing enthusiasts, both casual and die-hard, is palpable in the lead-up to the huge night which is taking place in Saudi Arabia. In an interesting turn of events, there's been an inclusion of a rematch clause which ensures that, regardless of the outcome, Fury and Usyk will cross paths once again, hinting at the potential for a compelling series between the two.
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With the event coming up fast UK audiences will want to know how they can watch history unfold and so we've taken a look at what you need to know to order the fight on Sky Sports Box Office, as well as alternative streaming services.
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to lock horns in a huge clash this month with each fighter attempting to etch their names in boxing history as the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 1999. The stakes couldn't be higher as the pair will go head to head for the prestigious WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF titles.
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The huge clash will take place on Saturday, May 18 2024.
There is a new undisputed and undefeated heavyweight champion of the world.
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The heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is one of the most highly anticipated bouts in recent memory, expected to generate significant pay-per-view revenue. Boxing fans worldwide will be watching as the first undisputed champion in this weight division since Lennox Lewis in 1999 is crowned.
Tyson Fury is set to potentially become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world this weekend as he squares off against Oleksandr Usyk in what is being touted as one of the most eagerly awaited bouts in boxing history.
Although Tyson Fury may become the undisputed heavyweight world champion tonight, it's unlikely he'll retain all four belts for an extended period.
Tyson Fury may be a heavyweight champ, but his younger brother Tommy Fury is punching his way to stardom in his own right. With the same dad, John Fury, Tommy was born to mum Chantal in Manchester and stepped into the ring professionally at just 19 years old in 2018. But it wasn't just boxing that put Tommy, 24, in the spotlight; he shot to fame on Love Island's fifth series in 2019, which had Tyson, 35, seriously worried about his little brother's career choices.
Tony Bellew hopes Tyson Fury doesn't endure the same post-boxing issues he did – encouraging him to have a retirement plan.
Netflix fans were left utterly stunned after tuning into their TV series At Home With The Furys and discovering boxing champ Tyson Fury's real age.Tyson is set to fight Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday, 18 May, available to watch on DAZN for £24.99 here.The Netflix show offers an intimate peek into the life of Tyson, his wife Paris, aged 34, and their bustling household of then-six children: Venezuela, Prince John James, Prince Tyson Fury II, Valencia Amber, Prince Adonis Amaziah and Athena.Their seventh child, Prince Rico Paris was born in September last year, whom she introduced exclusively to OK! Viewers get a front-row seat to the Gypsy King's rollercoaster journey, including his supposed hang-up of gloves and dramatic return to the ring. Now, all eyes will be on Tyson as he takes on Oleksandr in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday, 18 May.
Anticipation is building up ahead of this tonight's undisputed heavyweight boxing fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.
All eyes will be on Tyson Fury this weekend as he comes face to face with Oleksandr Usyk. In the highly-anticipated fight, which will take place on Saturday, 18 May, the pair will meet in a heavyweight clash in order for one of them to be crowned the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 1999.
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to go head-to-head tonight in a match that will determine the first undisputed heavyweight world champion in 25 years. Watch the fight on DAZN on Saturday, 18 May at 11pm.
Tyson Fury says 'nothing compares' to his upcoming fight against Oleksandr Usyk, available to watch on DAZN for £24.99 here.The boxing legend, reporting to be earning more than $100 million for the event, said: “This is the fight of the ages, nothing can compare with this. Not a show fight, not a crossover fight, not YouTube boxing, nothing." But Tyson is not just a knockout in the ring – he also boasts a wild claim that having sex with 500 women has boosted his fitness and muscle tone. Known for his larger-than-life personality and showmanship, Tyson has been as entertaining outside the ring as he is within it.
Anthony Joshua has labelled Oleksandr Usyk as a "phenomenal fighter" and backed the Ukrainian to defeat Tyson Fury in this weekend's undisputed heavyweight title fight.
Tyson Fury could be set for a huge tax bill of just under £45million following his fight with Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia.
Anticipation is building up ahead of this Saturday's undisputed boxing fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will weigh-in ahead of their highly-anticipated clash in Riyadh on Friday with all eyes on the Gypsy King's weight.
Oleksandr Usyk has raised concerns about the ring canvas ahead of his Saturday night bout with Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia.
Former heavyweight boxer John McDermott has opened up about the decision that 'changed his career' following his contentious title fight with Tyson Fury, which led him to a new path in rubbish clearance.
Former cruiserweight world champion Johnny Nelson believes Tyson Fury could retire after Saturday's undisputed title fight against Oleksandr Usyk - if he suffers a "devastating defeat".
Fans say they have spotted the moment Tyson Fury fell in love with his wife Paris 'all over again' as he prepares to take on his next opponent in the ring. Paris will no doubt be ringside this weekend in Saudi Arabia when her husband faces Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh on Saturday (May 18).