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Introduction
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are finally set to face off in a massive undisputed heavyweight fight next month. The highly-anticipated bout was initially scheduled for last year but was postponed due to Fury's clash with Francis Ngannou. Now, the two titans are ready to step into the ring and compete for all four titles.
Background
Fury, who holds the WBC title, overcame former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a controversial match in Saudi Arabia. Despite being dropped in the third round, Fury managed to secure a points win. On the other hand, Usyk has recently defeated Fury's compatriots Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua, holding the WBA, WBO, and IBF straps.
Date and Location
The clash between Fury and Usyk will take place on Saturday, February 17, 2024. The fight will be held at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ring-walks are expected to begin around 10.30pm UK time.
TV Channel and Live Streaming
The Fury vs Usyk fight will be broadcast live on TNT Sports Box Office in the UK. Viewers can also stream the action via the TNT Sports Box Office app, which is available for download on mobile and tablet devices. The price for the event is yet to be confirmed.
Undercard
Here are the undercard bouts scheduled for the event:
- Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk (Main Event)
- Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis II
- Joe Cordina vs Anthony Cacace
- Sergey Kovalev vs Robin Sirwan
- Isaac Lowe vs Hasibullah Ahmadi
- Moses Itauma vs Opponent TBC
- Bakhodir Jalolov vs Opponent TBC
- David Nyika vs Opponent TBC
Pre-Fight Banter
Fury and Usyk recently engaged in a heated face-off to promote their upcoming fight. Fury claims to have seen fear in Usyk's eyes, stating that he believes the unified heavyweight champion is "scared to death" and "rattled." On the other hand, Usyk believes Fury's behavior is a result of fear and uncertainty. Both fighters are confident in their abilities and eager to prove themselves in the ring.
Conclusion
The clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is highly anticipated in the boxing world. With all four titles on the line, this fight has the potential to be a historic moment in the sport. Fans can expect an intense battle between two unbeaten heavyweight champions.
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