Oleksandr Usyk News
Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk back in boxing ring anytime soon following second win over Tyson Fury
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 31, 2024
Oleksandr Usyk will be taking a break after scoring two of the biggest wins of his pro boxing career. Usyk had a banner year in 2024. Back in May, he handed Fury the first loss of his career, scoring a split decision victory. In December, the Ukrainian champion was able to get the better of “The Gyspy King” once again, and it was unanimous this time.
Michael Bisping thinks judges got it right with Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 scorecards
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 24, 2024
Oleksandr Usyk has defeated Tyson Fury a second time, and UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping feels the score totals were justified. Usyk and Fury shared the ring inside the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this past Saturday night. This was a rematch, as the two collided back in May. Usyk took the first fight via split decision, and while the second matchup was also competitive, the Ukrainian bruiser walked away with a unanimous decision verdict this go-around.
WATCH | Dejected Tyson Fury slams judges backstage following second loss to Oleksandr Usyk
Josh Evanoff - December 23, 2024
Backstage footage of Tyson Fury after losing to Oleksandr Usyk has been released. ‘The Gypsy King’ is fresh off his rematch with ‘The Cat’ over the weekend in Saudi Arabia. Their first bout in May was a ‘Fight of the Year’ contender, which saw several swings of momentum. However, after a round nine knockdown, Oleksandr Usyk never looked back. After 12 rounds of action, he handed Tyson Fury his first career defeat in the boxing ring.
Eddie Hearn scored rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury a draw, still praises judges
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 23, 2024
Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn believes Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 was too close to call. Usyk and Fury ran things back inside the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this past Saturday. Usyk scored a split decision win in his first meeting with “The Gypsy King.” The rematch was also competitive and went the distance, and this time Usyk took the unanimous decision victory.
Tyson Fury thinks he's 2-0 against Oleksandr Usyk following rematch: 'I'll always believe it 'til the day I die'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 22, 2024
Tyson Fury believes the history books should say he defeated Oleksandr Usyk twice, not the other way around. Fury stepped inside the boxing ring for a second showdown with Usyk this past Saturday. The two fought inside the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In their first meeting, Usyk scored a narrow split decision victory over “The Gypsy King” to hand him the first loss of his pro boxing career.
Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 weigh-in results: 'The Gypsy King' to have 55-pound weight advantage
Josh Evanoff - December 20, 2024
Tyson Fury will have a 55-pound weight advantage over Oleksandr Usyk in the boxing ring on Saturday. ‘The Gpysy King’ and ‘The Cat’ are set to collide this weekend in Saudi Arabia. The bout will be the first time the two face off, since their ‘Fight of the Year’ contender in May. That night saw Tyson Fury get out to an early lead on the scorecards, before a ninth-round knockdown from Oleksandr Usyk. While the Brit saw the end of that round, he was never the same.
Francis Ngannou offers prediction for Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk: "He has collected a lot of data from the last fight"
Josh Evanoff - December 20, 2024
Francis Ngannou has weighed in on the massive boxing rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. This Saturday night in Saudi Arabia, ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ will collide. Back for the first time since their May outing which saw Oleksandr Usyk earn a split-decision, they will clash once again. Ahead of the rematch, Tyson Fury has promised a knockout win. It’s a fight that Francis Ngannou has a keen eye on.
WATCH | Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury have 10-minute staredown ahead of heavyweight rematch
Josh Evanoff - December 19, 2024
Earlier today, heavyweight boxing stars Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury had a long, long staredown. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gpysy King’ are set to meet this Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. The bout will be a rematch of their ‘Fight of the Year’ contender in May, where the two went back and forth for 12 rounds. Ultimately, it was Oleksandr Usyk who emerged with a split-decision win, handing Tyson Fury his first career defeat.
Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 to feature "AI-powered judge" for massive heavyweight title rematch
Josh Evanoff - December 17, 2024
The heavyweight boxing rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will feature a fourth judge on fight night. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ are set to meet Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. There, the two will meet for the first time since their ‘Fight of The Year’ contender in May. That night saw Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury go back and forth for the first eight rounds before the Ukrainian scored a pivotal knockdown in the ninth.
WATCH | Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury meet again in movie-style trailer to promote upcoming rematch
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
The rematch between boxing stars Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury has received the movie treatment. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ are currently set to meet in a rematch in Saudi Arabia later this month. Just months removed from their first meeting, Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will meet for WBA (Super), WBO, IBO, WBC, and The Ring heavyweight gold. For those unaware, their first bout in May was a ‘Fight of the Year’ contender.
Oleksandr Usyk issues statement after being detained by police at airport in Poland
Cole Shelton - September 17, 2024
Boxing heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has issued a statement after he was detained by police at Krakow airport in Poland on Tuesday. Usyk was traveling to attend the Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight this weekend. While he was at the airport, he was detained by police for questioning. A video surfaced of Usyk being spoken to by police.
Oleksandr Usyk open to trilogy with Anthony Joshua after Tyson Fury rematch: "I have no right to deny him"
Josh Evanoff - August 9, 2024
Undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk is down for a third fight against Anthony Joshua. ‘The Cat’ is fresh off his long-awaited meeting against Tyson Fury this spring. Facing off in Saudi Arabia, Oleksandr Usyk handed ‘The Gypsy King’ his first career defeat by split decision. In the process, the Ukrainian became the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis. ‘The Lion’ accomplished that feat 25 years before Usyk vs. Fury.
Tyson Fury admits he probably “had too much fun” in title fight with Oleksandr Usyk: “It was probably too easy”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2024
Tyson Fury has admitted that he may have had too much fun in his heavyweight title showdown with Oleksandr Usyk. It’s been a month or so now since Tyson Fury lost to Oleksandr Usyk. Ever since then, many have been wondering what’s next for ‘The Gypsy King’. We’ve seen reports of him in some disarray, but in a general sense, fans want to know when he’ll be back in the squared circle.
Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury officially set for December 21st in Saudi Arabia
Josh Evanoff - May 30, 2024
Undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk will be running it back with Tyson Fury this December. Earlier this month, ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ met in Saudi Arabia. The boxing match was a historic one, as it was set to crown the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis. With ‘The Lion’ in attendance, Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury went to war for 12 straight rounds. Ultimately, it was the Ukrainian who emerged with a split-decision victory.
REPORT | Oleksandr Usyk added to the cast of 'The Smashing Machine' starring The Rock
Josh Evanoff - May 23, 2024
Fresh off his victory over Tyson Fury in the boxing ring, Oleksandr Usyk will be taking his talents to the big screen. ‘The Cat’ is fresh off his return to Saudi Arabia over the weekend. There, Oleksandr Usyk met Lineal and WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. The two boxers battled to crown the division’s first undisputed champion in two decades, and it was a fight for the ages. After 12 rounds of action, Usyk earned a split-decision victory.
Oleksandr Usyk could lose undisputed heavyweight champion status before Tyson Fury rematch: “These are all managerial and promotion decisions”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 22, 2024
The status of the IBF heavyweight championship has left fight fans puzzled following Oleksandr Usyk’s win over Tyson Fury, and the sanctioning body’s president has shared some details. Usyk and Fury shared the ring inside the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this past Saturday. The two had a thrilling 12-round championship fight. Usyk turned the tide in the ninth round by scoring a knockdown. He took over from that point and earned a split decision victory to become the new unified heavyweight champion of boxing.
Former UFC champion calls to see Oleksandr Usyk vs. Francis Ngannou next: "He's the biggest puncher out there!"
Josh Evanoff - May 21, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman wants to see Oleksandr Usyk vs. Francis Ngannou next. ‘The Cat’ returned to the boxing ring over the weekend in Saudi Arabia for a historic battle. There, Oleksandr Usyk met the WBC champion Tyson Fury. For his part, ‘The Gypsy King’ entered the bout off a split-decision victory over Francis Ngannou last October.
REPORT | Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk 2 targeted for October in Saudi Arabia
Josh Evanoff - May 21, 2024
It seems that Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will be running it back in the boxing ring this fall. Over the weekend, ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Cat’ met in Saudi Arabia. There, the two fought to crown boxing’s first undisputed heavyweight champion in 25 years. The last two men to unify the titles were Lennox Lewis and Evander Holyfield in 1999, and they were present to watch Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk make history. The two legends were front-row for what was an all-time great fight.