Tyson Fury has made his first public comments since his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia, encouraging Frank Warren and his boxers to "smash Eddie Hearn and Matchroom".
20.05.2024 - 14:41 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Tyson Fury’s lifestyle is to blame for his loss to Oleksandr Usyk, according to a heavyweight contender.
The ‘Gypsy King’ saw his undefeated record end on Saturday night in the first undisputed heavyweight title fight for almost 25 years. The judges awarded Usyk a split decision victory but the most memorable moment came in the ninth round, when the Ukrainian fighter seemingly came close to a spectacular KO win at Fury’s expense.
Post-fight, Fury confirmed his intention to activate a rematch clause as he seeks to avenge his first-ever professional defeat and prove himself to be the best heavyweight of his generation. Ahead of a second fight, Fury has been told to make changes to his lifestyle by heavyweight contender Michael Hunter.
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“I think that this is one of the best Tyson Fury’s that you’ve seen,” Hunter told Boxing Social. “He’s been spotty. He has a certain peak but he doesn’t stay at that peak and Usyk has been frightening at a higher level and staying consistent. I think that that’s what everyone kind of recognises, that he has the potential, but he’s been up and down.
“You’ve got to ring that certain lifestyle outside of the ring and I think that‘s where the victory was won from Usyk,” he continued. “He lives a certain lifestyle, inside and outside of the ring. He’s a god-fearing man. I just think the mental fortitude pushed him through this fight and it doesn't surprise me at all.”
Usyk is responsible for the sole loss on Hunter’s record (22-1-2) in a fight for the WBO cruiserweight title back in 2017. The new undisputed
Tyson Fury has made his first public comments since his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia, encouraging Frank Warren and his boxers to "smash Eddie Hearn and Matchroom".
Tommy Fury has jetted off for a solo trip to Budapest, Hungary, just hours after reuniting with Molly-Mae Hague, amid rumours of a split between the couple. Molly and Tommy, who are both 24, have spent much time apart over the past few weeks, with Molly jetting off to Ibiza for her sister Zoe's hen do, whilst Tommy spent time in Dubai and then Saudi Arabia, where his older brother, Tommy Fury, took part in a widely-publicised boxing match.
Tyson and Paris Fury are one of the most devoted couples in showbiz - with the pair often speaking publicly about their adoration for one another. After the British boxer's historic defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, she said she loved him "more than ever" telling her husband: "Will never not be at your side for a fight again.
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It was straight back to reality for Tyson Fury following his defeat against Oleksander Usyk.The professional boxer threw himself back into everyday chores after jetting back to the UK from Saudi Arabia.Tyson, 35, was spotted out with his wife Paris, 34, at a local rubbish tip in Morecambe - where the couple reside with their seven children.The pair both appeared to have their hands full as they disposed of rubbish at the site and Tyson took a phone call. He sported a navy blue tracksuit with a white baseball cap and sunglasses, which covered his injuries from his latest bout. Meanwhile Paris wore denim shorts and a white t-shirt, with her signature blonde locks tied back in a high ponytail.
Molly Mae-Hague has failed to show support for her future brother-in-law Tyson Fury following his fight against Oleksandr Usyk.The ex-Love Islander is set to join the Fury family when she marries long-term boyfriend Tommy Fury, after he proposed in 2023. Molly, 25, has previously shared her support for boxer Tyson, 35, after his fights, but she has remained silent on his latest bout.
There is a new undisputed and undefeated heavyweight champion of the world.
The scorecards for Tyson Fury's defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in their undisputed heavyweight world title bout have been made public.
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk is one of the most highly-anticipated boxing fights in years, and rightly so as the world will learn of its new outright heavyweight champion.
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.
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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.
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.
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