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Boxing Insider: Why Anthony Joshua Targeting Tyson Fury in 2025 Is Not Good News

By Admin January 5, 2025

Winning a major boxing match often opens new doors for a fighter, but in the case of Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, the dynamic appears reversed.

The former unified heavyweight champion recently revealed his intent to pursue a showdown with the former WBC heavyweight champion. However, boxing insider Rick Glaser doesn’t seem too happy about it.

As you may know at this point, ‘The Gypsy King’ lost his rematch to Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk in December via a unanimous decision. This comes after Fury lost their initial fight back in May via majority decision. The same scenario unfolded for ‘AJ’ when he faced Oleksandr Usyk in back-to-back bouts in 2021 and 2022. Not to mention, Joshua’s loss to Daniel Dubois.

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Even with the losses, the excitement about a fight between the two Englishmen hasn’t died down, especially in the United Kingdom. The pair have been linked for a fight for years at this point, but nothing ever went past discussion for various reasons. However, with both of their records painted in red, it appears the fight is possible.

Earlier this week, Boxing Scene reported that while speaking in Lagos, Nigeria, where Joshua visited President Bola Tinubu, he said about a Tyson Fury fight, “We’ll see, let’s get in the ring. Only God knows, but for me, we’ll see in the future.” Later, while Joshua was speaking to the State House Correspondents, he revealed much more about his plans for 2025.

“Time is of the essence, time is limited,” Joshua said. “So, I just want to put in more work. In 2024, when I look back, I believe I could have done more and I have another chance in 2025 to do more. I’m going to make sure that I take every opportunity that comes my way. I’m going to go again.”

“Ups and downs, they happen. To some people, it is always up. My life is up and down, so I have got to get used to the turbulent times and keep riding the wave. I can’t stop now; I have to keep going until I reach my destination.” Regardless, in response to this revelation, Rick Glaser offered his candid perspective on the potential matchup.

“Anthony Joshua with no punch resistance left is targeting Tyson Fury,” Glaser wrote on X. “Can’t make this s**t up!!! Wembley Stadium sells out for what will be AJ’s last fight.” Meanwhile, Joshua’s promoter Matchroom honcho feels there’s only one fight left of Tyson Fury.

Eddie Hearn has strongly advocated for a fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, calling it the “biggest fight in the history of British boxing.” Despite both fighters coming off losses, Hearn insists the matchup would be a box office smash. He told DAZN, “The reality is there’s only one fight for Tyson Fury and that’s Anthony Joshua. Everyone will want to see it.”

Hearn also addressed Fury’s performance in the Usyk rematch, stating, “That wasn’t a Tyson Fury who looked finished… He didn’t look gun-shy or like his punch resistance was in question.” He believes Fury is still at his peak, just not good enough to beat Usyk. Hearn is pushing for the fight to take place at Wembley this year, with a potential return to Riyadh following that.

That said, it appears 2025 will be the year fans not only in the UK but all over the world will see two of the best heavyweights of this generation clash in the ring. However, it’s worth noting that nothing has been officially announced.

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“Usyk Did Not Get $60 Million”: Insider Blows the Lid Off Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk 2 Fight Purses

By Admin January 4, 2025

Just over ten days have passed since Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury faced each other once again in the ring.

With Usyk emerging victorious, discussions have naturally shifted toward future matchups. For the Ukrainian champion, there has been clamor for a rematch with Daniel Dubois. For Fury, it is back to the much sought-after clash against fellow Briton Anthony Joshua.

However, amidst the discussions, fresh insights on the Usyk-Fury rematch have appeared. A recent take from an insider digresses on the money part of the showdown. To some, the revelation might be startling. Seven months after their first encounter at the Kingdom Arena, Usyk and Fury met again on December 21 to settle their rivalry. Unlike their initial clash, Usyk secured a decisive win, retaining his unified titles. Alongside his belts, the Olympic gold medalist reportedly earned an unprecedented payout as well. However, Chael Sonnen has cast doubt on the rumored figures surrounding the fight.

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“Usyk was rumored to have gotten 60 million to fight Tyson Fury. 3 weeks ago Usyk did not get 60 million,” said Sonnen. According to him, these numbers are exaggerated. The claim is fabricated for publicity.

Though far from the inflated figures, Tyson Fury’s actual earnings were slightly higher than the $40 million he acknowledged nevertheless. With a realistic ceiling of $100 million for the rematch, he seemed to suggest that even the biggest boxing matches, including those featuring the sport’s top heavyweights, failed to generate anywhere near the rumored sums.

Actually, Chael Sonnen’s discourse was more about the rumored boxing match between Conor McGregor and Logan Paul. Revealing a potential matchup against Jake Paul‘s elder brother, ‘The Notorious’ shocked everyone last month. Reportedly, both McGregor and Paul could take home an astronomical amount of $250 million each from the exhibition fight in India.

Expressing his doubts, Sonnen, however, suggested that under no circumstances would anyone splurge such an astronomical amount. “There’s not a single piece of that that’s true,” he said, adding, “To hand to a guy that’s 0 and 1 in boxing against the current WWE star, there is no part of that story that’s true.”

Sonnen also drew comparisons to other high-profile bouts, including the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. While Tyson’s rumored earnings of $20 million might hold some truth, Sonnen dismissed claims of an equally substantial payout for Jake Paul. He further noted that even hypothetical superfights, like Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford, would likely struggle to reach the suggested extravagant sums.

Reportedly, the December 21 rematch saw a total payout of $190 million, split 55-45 in favor of Usyk. This marked a shift from their first encounter, where Fury claimed 70% of the $150 million purse. While the exact amount Usyk received remains unclear, it seems that both fighters walked away with substantial earnings.

Chael Sonnen’s perspective offers valuable insight into the economics of combat sports. Fans may continue to debate the feasibility of rumored matchups like McGregor vs. Logan Paul. However, his arguments serve as a reminder to approach such claims with skepticism.

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Tyson Fury’s retirement statements, U-turns and clear stance after Oleksandr Usyk defeats

By Admin January 2, 2025

Former world heavyweight champ Tyson Fury has made his stance on retirement crystal clear despite back-to-back losses against Oleksandr Usyk.

The Mancunian lost his pristine record to Usyk in May 2024 after a split-decision defeat. The 36-year-old boxing phenomenon then failed to get redemption in their rematch last month, with the result even more in Usyk’s favour this time.

Retirement rumours have naturally begun swirling, considering Fury’s age and dashed ambitions for undisputed glory. Still, he’s strongly hinted he’s not quite ready to hang up his gloves.

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Shortly after his latest defeat in Saudi Arabia, Fury signalled his intent to reporters as he said: “What’s next for me? I’m going home and having some time off.” When quizzed about whether fans would see him in the ring again, he responded: “You might do, you might not. Who knows? We’ll talk about that next year.”

These comments left fans guessing at what the Wythenshawe native’s next move could be after a challenging year. But recent reports from The Sun (via The Mirror US) revealed he’s confided in friends, saying: “It’s not over.”

Fury is no stranger to stepping away from boxing; it has been over a decade since his initial retirement announcement in November 2013. ‘The Gypsy King’ cut a frustrated figure after his fight with David Haye fell through for a second time.

“Hi everyone, I have officially retired from boxing,” he posted on X (then Twitter). “There’s too many bent [crooked] people in the sport. They will have to f— someone else. Goodbye boxing.”

This declaration turned out to be fleeting as he faced Joey Abell in the ring just three months later. He maintained a steady career trajectory for some years after that, albeit with a three-year break from boxing between 2015 and 2018 amid his mental health battle.

After defeating Dillian Whyte at Wembley with a sixth-round finish in 2022, he announced his retirement again. He mentioned that he had made a promise to his wife Paris to retire after besting Whyte, stating: “I’m a two-time undisputed world champion. [I have] £150m in the bank and nothing to prove to anybody.”

Yet again, his assertion was shown to be insincere when he returned to the ring to fight Derek Chisora eight months later. Since then, he has fought thrice more, although two of those bouts resulted in losses to ‘The Cat’.

It’s not unusual for Fury to change his plans abruptly, indicating a significant change could always be around the corner. However, despite recent hiccups, all indications point towards his boxing career continuing into 2025.

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6 Boxing Fights We Need to See Happen in 2025

By Admin December 27, 2024

2024 has been nothing short of a landmark year for boxing!

While it may not rival the Golden Era of Boxing—that unforgettable stretch from the late 1960s to the mid-1970s when legends like Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman captivated the world with blockbuster bouts that transcended sports—it’s undeniable that boxing is experiencing a thrilling resurgence. This revival owes much to recent shifts in how the boxing business is managed and the caliber of matchups being delivered.

These changes are reigniting the passion of fans who once fell in love with the sport’s drama and spectacle. At the heart of this resurgence is one pivotal figure, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh. Yet, even with the exciting momentum, there are still dream fights that the boxing world is yearning for. With hope and anticipation, we’ve compiled a list of matchups we’d love to see. Here’s to Alalshikh working his magic once again to turn these fantasies into reality!

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Canelo Alvarez vs. David Benavidez

Canelo Alvarez is undeniably a legend of the sport—a fighter who has faced some of the finest talent boxing has to offer during his illustrious career. However, as he approaches the twilight of his journey, ‘Cinnamon’ has seemingly chosen a safer path, prioritizing lucrative paydays over high-risk challenges. Thanks to his immense name recognition and carefully cultivated leverage, he’s managed to turn this strategy into a profitable venture.

The biggest casualty of Canelo Alvarez’s selective matchmaking has been David Benavidez. For over a year, ‘The Mexican Monster’ stood as Canelo’s WBC mandatory challenger at super middleweight. Yet, Canelo repeatedly denied Benavidez the opportunity to make history—or to silence his critics by taking on one of the division’s most dangerous fighters. Frustrated and unable to secure the fight, Benavidez was forced to shift his focus to the light heavyweight division, seeking opportunities that eluded him at super middleweight.

Canelo has even gone as far as to demand an unprecedented $200 million purse to face Benavidez—a staggering figure that underscores the challenges in making this fight a reality. While not impossible, such a bout seems unlikely for now. Meanwhile, Benavidez is set to take on David Morrell on February 1st in Las Vegas. Should he emerge victorious, a shot at the undisputed light heavyweight title could be next on his horizon.

Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney 2

At the start of this year, Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney delivered a thrilling showdown that had fans buzzing about a potential rematch. In a shocking turn, Garcia dominated Haney, dropping him three times before securing a majority decision win. However, the celebration was short-lived as Garcia later tested positive for Ostarine.

The victory was overturned to a no-contest, Garcia was fined his entire purse, and he received a suspension lasting over a year. The fallout didn’t stop there—Haney sued Garcia, citing battery and breach of contract, escalating the tension between the two fighters.

The animosity between Garcia and Haney has deep roots, stemming from their six amateur bouts. With both fighters eager to settle the score, a rematch in 2025—potentially in Saudi Arabia—could reignite their storied rivalry, setting the stage for one of boxing’s most dramatic comebacks.

However, Turki Alalshaikh has one condition Garcia has to meet for the fight to happen. “First of all, I like Ryan Garcia, and second, I want to do a big fight with him,” Alalshikh told Charlie Parsons. “But I’ll tell you my situation now… I’m against drugs and everything, I said to Ryan Garcia ‘You must pass the test and clear yourself’ and I’m waiting for you and this is fair.”

Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford

After or before Benavidez, the fans wouldn’t really mind, Canelo Alvarez needs to face Terence Crawford. ‘Bud’ has been lobbying for the fight since he defeated Errol Spence Jr. last year, emerging as the first male boxer to achieve undisputed status in two different weight classes. The Nebraska technician even agreed to climb up to the super middleweight division.

All this in an effort to make his last fight in the sport a big payday! However, Canelo Alvarez has brushed past this potential fight, suggesting he has nothing to gain from the fight. During Crawford’s last appearance against Israil Madrimov, His Excellency had even reached out to Canelo’s team to make the fight real.

However, ‘Cinnamon’ made some absurd demands for the fight, so it quickly fell apart and produced a very public back-and-forth between Canelo and the Saudi Royal. As of the time of writing, there’s no sign of this fight actually coming to fruition. Meanwhile, Crawford remains adamant about fighting Canelo as he looks to exit the sport with a big payday.

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua

Moving on to the heavyweight side of things, former WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury just lost his rematch against Oleksandr Usyk. Many are speculating whether the English heavyweight would call it quits after his second consecutive career loss. However, there’s a lot of money left on the table for the Brit.

The good news is, now, he has nothing to lose—his precious zero is gone, and Usyk’s win has erased the possibility of a trilogy. Similarly, former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has suffered four losses now, and the biggest fight on the table for him would be a bout against Tyson Fury. The all-British clash would be bigger than Joshua’s bout against Daniel Dubois.

And there’s no reason for Joshua or Fury to not cash in on the fight. Even if it’s not a title fight, the British fan base has been asking for this bout for several years now and if the fight happens, it would definitely be a blockbuster. With both fighters approaching their 40s, 2025 would be the best year for them to get it out of the way.

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury 2

Although boxing purists often refuse to consider Jake Paul a legitimate boxer—largely due to his choice of opponents, including MMA fighters and aging, out-of-prime boxers—the Cleveland native has undeniably carved out a significant name for himself in the sport. His latest performance against the legendary Mike Tyson, or more precisely, the staggering numbers the fight generated, has cemented his status as a sought-after figure in boxing.

Following the Tyson fight, Paul received several offers but has yet to announce his next opponent. Rumors are swirling about a potential bout with Conor McGregor in India, but the fight fans are clamoring for a rematch with Tommy Fury. The two first faced off in February 2023, a match that handed ‘The Problem Child’ his first professional loss.

If Paul truly wants to be taken seriously as a boxer, a rematch with Fury seems inevitable. Reports previously revealed that Paul’s team, MVP, had approached Fury for a Netflix-backed fight instead of the Tyson showdown. However, Fury and his father turned down the offer. With the success of Paul’s Netflix venture, the dynamics may have shifted, making 2025 an ideal time for this much-anticipated rematch.

Gervonta Davis vs. Shakur Stevenson

WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis is arguably the biggest name in boxing today. However, in a surprising turn of events, Davis recently announced his retirement from the sport after 2025. This revelation came shortly before he shared on social media that his March 1st bout was canceled. Interestingly, his opponent, Lamont Roach, has made conflicting statements, and tickets for the fight remain on sale.

Despite the confusion, fans appear relieved about the fight’s cancellation. Many believed Roach, who was moving up a weight class for the bout, posed little challenge to Davis. Instead, fans are calling for a showdown between Davis and Shakur Stevenson before Davis steps away from the ring. Stevenson, who shares the same weight class as Davis, has been vocal about wanting the fight for some time.

Davis, however, has largely avoided the matchup, even though most experts agree Stevenson would be his toughest challenge yet. With few legitimate contenders left in the division, 2025 seems like the perfect time for these two fighters to finally deliver the matchup fans have been waiting for. This clash has the potential to be a massive pay-per-view event and could even break existing records.

That concludes our list of fights that should happen in 2025, but we would also like to see Joseph Parker, Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez, and Oleksandr Usyk in action as well.

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EXCLUSIVE – Tyson Fury retirement fears quashed as epic Wembley superfight ‘is coming

By Admin December 27, 2024

Tony Bellew believes a Wembley showdown involving Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will definitely happen at some point before the Gypsy King hangs up his gloves.

Fury is yet to confirm his next move after losing on points to Oleksandr Usyk in their highly-anticipated rematch. The man from Morecambe was unable to gain revenge following his previous defeat in their original fight back in May.

In the days since the rematch, it has been suggested that Fury could decide to walk away from boxing. He briefly retired in 2022 but many are now wondering whether he could hang up the gloves for good in the wake of back-to-back losses.

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Speaking to Express Sport before the fight, Bellew admitted that he would be surprised if Fury retires without ever facing Joshua.

“I don’t think that ship will ever sail,” he said. “You’re telling me you couldn’t stick 100,000 in Wembley to watch those two fight? I think you’d get 50,000 just at the press conference. It’s coming, it is on. It’s on the charts and it’s on the board.

“Everyone wants to see it. The sad part is that it will be when both are just slightly past their sell-by date, by the looks of it. It looks like it’s going to be [Floyd] Mayweather and [Manny] Pacquiao all over again. It’s been held back and held back.

“You have to remember, the only person who has signed up to these fights and hasn’t pulled out is Anthony Joshua. He signed to fight Fury, he signed to fight [Deontay] Wilder, he’s fought Usyk twice, he’s fought [Wladimir] Klitschko.

“All these people, he signed to fight and they pulled out on him. He signed to fight Tyson Fury and Fury had to pull out because of the arbitration from Wilder. He signed to fight Wilder and Wilder pulled out because of the mess he was in with Fury.

“It is what it is. It’s a mess, really, but 100 per cent that fight will happen one day. It’s huge. It’s a massive blockbuster event and it will probably go down as the biggest domestic boxing match ever.”

A long-awaited showdown between Fury and Joshua has been discussed for many years without ever coming to fruition. A deal to host the fight in Saudi Arabia was close to being agreed in 2021, but talks ultimately fell through.

Only time will tell if Bellew’s prediction comes true despite both fighters coming off the back of defeats and holding no belts between them.

Bellew was speaking to Express Sport as an ambassador for the Men on a Mission campaign, in conjunction with DRINKiQ and Men’s Sheds, raising awareness for mental health and unhealthy drinking patterns in men aged over 50.

“We know the stats tell us that one in four men aged between 50 and 75 hardly ever think about their mental wellbeing and mental health,” he explained.

“You don’t really speak about it. It’s like a taboo subject. They don’t really want to speak about it, they don’t feel the need to. They actually think it’s weak. Those are the guys who are turning to drink.

“Before you know it, it catches up with you and it piles on and something has to be done about that. We need to be out there speaking to men of this age and letting them know there are other things to do because it’s so, so difficult.”

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Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk 2: What next for ‘Gypsy King’ after second straight defeat?

By Admin December 26, 2024

Heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury will take a rest before considering whether to face Anthony Joshua in an all-British showdown in 2025, despite contesting the decision to award Oleksandr Usyk victory in their bout in Riyadh.

Fury now has two defeats on his record, both by Usyk, and they will stand. The British fighter, 36, has earned a staggering sum in the past five years, for his trilogy of fights with Deontay Wilder in the United States and recent events against Usyk in Saudi Arabia. However, it remains to be seen whether the heavyweight can haul himself into camp for one last hurrah.

He hinted in the aftermath of his second loss to Usyk, that he may even retire.

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“You might see me fight again, you might not,” Fury said post-fight.

And if the former two-time heavyweight champion does decide to call it a day, it will deny British fight fans the clash they have been clamouring for, with him and Joshua having been on a collision course for almost a decade.

Promoter Eddie Hearn is calling for it now.

“The reality is there’s only one fight for Tyson Fury and that’s Anthony Joshua,” he told DAZN. “It’s the biggest fight in the history of British boxing and everyone will want to see it.”

“For me, AJ against Fury is the one. One at Wembley and then back out here for Riyadh season. I will be pushing his excellency [Saudi Arabia’s boxing power broker Turki Alalshikh] to make the fight.”

If instead he chooses to retire, Fury will still be remembered as a great heavyweight and one of the sport’s great showmen. With freakish skills for his size, his crowning glories were deposing Wladimir Klitschko, who had reigned as heavyweight king for a decade, and for the trilogy of fights with Wilder, who was considered the most dangerous puncher on the planet at the time.

First, though, Fury must deal with the second defeat of his career, and one which he vehemently disagrees with: “I thought I won the fight again, I was Larry Holmes-ed again,” said Fury. “I was on the front foot the entire time. When you don’t get the knockout this is what can happen.”

As Fury walked to his dressing room after the fight, his oldest son Prince by his side, he asserted that he believed that he had won “by three rounds”. That view was re-enforced by Frank Warren, his promoter, who was bewildered by the judges’ scores of 116-112 to Usyk, meaning that all three ringside officials had scored the world championship bout at eight rounds to four in favour of Usyk.

Several of the rounds were extremely close. That was reflected in the three judges being in unison on only seven of the 12 rounds, with them favouring the second half of the fight towards the Ukrainian.

Daniel Dubois, the holder of the IBF belt stepped into the ring as Usyk was being interviewed by the television broadcasters, to call Usyk out for a second – this time unification – contest. Usyk immediately agreed, which shows the kind of champion the Ukrainian remains.

If Dubois is triumphant in his own title defence in Riyadh on February 22 in an enticing contest with Joseph Parker, we may witness that showdown next summer. And yet, Dubois-Parker could go either way. In truth, Usyk could consider stopping now – he turns 38 in January – and be considered as the standout heavyweight fighter of the era.

If the careers of some in the division are reaching their zenith, the audience at the Kingdom Arena witnessed the rising star of the division in Moses Itauma, the young Briton who knocked out Australian Demsey McKean in the first round. He did it in 1min 57sec in a statement that reverberated across the boxing world. Itauma is now 11-0, with nine knockouts. He is a southpaw with devastating power. In a week’s time, he turns 20.

Promoted by Warren, Moses is set to take over the division. “If he keeps going like this, he could be the world champion in a year. But we won’t rush him …” Warren has said.

The overriding aura Itauma brings? That boxing is a young man’s game, and we are witnessing the emergence of a special talent. A talent which might just make the elder statesmen of the division – Usyk, Fury, Joshua – reposition their plans.

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[VIDEOS] Body Language Expert: Fury Showed Doubts In The Usyk Rematch

By Admin December 26, 2024

A body language expert says Tyson Fury’s behavior showed he was not confident about winning the Oleksandr Usyk rematch.

Fury suffered his second loss to the Ukrainian, losing a unanimous decision. It rules out any hope or need for a trilogy fight, as Usyk will go down as the best heavyweight of this era. Fury looked much more comfortable in the build-up compared to the first bout, raising hopes he could win. In the first fight, Fury showed visible signs that he was not 100 percent in the right frame of mind. During the kick-off press conference, he butted heads with Usyk, trying to exert his physical advantage over him.

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But the Ukrainian stood his ground, showing he was not going to be intimidated. During the final face-off in the presser for the first fight, Fury refused to look at Usyk. Usyk stood alone at the face-off, staring directly at Fury, whose focus was on the crowd. Usyk ultimately won that fight via a split decision.
In the rematch, Fury’s demeanour changed. He was much more on the offensive, saying he would knock out Usyk.

During their final face-off, he locked eyes with Usyk, and the two stared each other down for over ten minutes. As they were being separated, Fury fired verbal shots at Usyk, who once again refused to back down. But when it came to the fight, Judi James noticed something different. She felt Fury’s sudden gasp of air before the fight began, showed a fighter who was looking for this to be over as soon as possible. Perhaps that was a sign he was not ready to do whatever it took to get the win.

“There was one key gesture though that seemed to signal a motivational glitch or problem and which acted as a red flag in terms of his chances of winning this fight. A very chilling gesture of the puffing out of air as he got down to the business of the fight suggested he just wanted to get it over with, whereas successful boxers tend to look excited by and longing for the fight itself. ‘Some of the best boxers have approached their fights looking like dogs pulling to get off the leash and get stuck in,” Judi James said

James was also not convinced by Fury’s victory celebrations in the aftermath. The following picture shows him with both arms aloft in the air as a sign he was confident of a win. But the wider body language may suggest this was an act to convince himself he had done enough. Tyson was also adamant he won the first fight, with many clearing seeing Usyk as the winner. The boxing stats had Usyk as the winner again. He landed more punches, with 179, compared to Fury’s 142. Even the AI scoring had Usyk winning 118-112.

“The way he then rubbed his nose in a cut-off gesture made the victory displays look like acted bravado though and he stared at the press with wide, rounded eyes from a battered face while his deep sighs registered sadness. ‘His “I won that fight” came with a smacking of the lips and then a lip clamp to suggest he’d hear no argument. ‘But then the hurt began to show. Fury rocked in his chair in a self-comfort ritual and in a micro-gesture of pain he shook his head from side to side, rubbed his mouth and closed his eyes in a wince,” James added

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WATCH: Mayweather Reacts To Fury’s Second Usyk Loss – ‘Usyk Is Taking Over’

By Admin December 25, 2024

Jeff Mayweather says Tyson Fury did not take enough risks, which is why he came up short against Oleksandr Usyk.

Usyk secured another victory against Fury via a unanimous decision to retain his unified heavyweight titles. It was the second defeat of Fury’s career, ending any need for a trilogy fight. Once again, Fury was upset with the result, being adamant that he had done enough to win. Frank Warren also came out to say he could not understand the judging, as all three scorecards were 116-112 in favor of Usyk. However, the boxing statistics showed that the Ukrainian was the better fighter.

Usyk landed 179 punches compared to Fury’s 144. Fury threw more punches at 509 compared to Usyk’s 423. But the Ukrainian was the more accurate fighter. The card also used AI scoring for the first time in boxing’s history. The AI scorecards had it an even wider win for Usyk at 118-112. Mayweather has now given his take on what went wrong. He felt Fury did not take enough chances going into the latter part of the fight, which ultimately proved the difference, as Usyk finished stronger.

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“The fight was extremely close. It could go either way, but I’ll lean a little bit toward Tyson. Every other round, he [Usyk] would do good, but not as much as Tyson did. Usyk is taking over the heavyweights. They’re all getting beat by Usyk. So, probably not. I don’t think anyone wants to see a third fight [between Fury and Usyk]. The first fight to me was very good. The second fight was mediocre. Neither one of them did too much. Basically, I think, both guys were fighting safe, and that’s probably why Tyson didn’t get the fight. He was fighting too safe,” Mayweather said

It is one thing to say that but another thing entirely to execute it. A large part of Fury’s problem was that he could not keep up with Usyk’s constant pressure. The Ukrainian is known for his impeccable footwork, as he continuously put his front foot on the outside, allowing him to get into position to let that left hand go. Fury also came in heavier than the first fight, which may have had an impact later down the stretch. Although it could have helped Fury sit down on his punches, if he attempted to get the knockout, he would ultimately carry more pounds.

There is also a suggestion that Fury did not risk going for the knockout, given what happened in the first fight. He ultimately lost a split decision but was almost stopped in the ninth round, only for the referee to intervene by imposing a standing eight count. If Fury continues boxing, he is likely to face Anthony Joshua. While he was stopped against Daniel Dubois, AJ is known for letting off huge combinations. And if Fury wants to come out victorious in the big fights, he must take more chances.

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Frank Warren hits out at ‘bulls*’ claims after Tyson Fury accused of breaking rules against Oleksandr Usyk

By Admin December 25, 2024

Frank Warren has hit out at ‘bullsh*t’ claims after Tyson Fury was accused of breaking the rules in his fight against Oleksandr Usyk.

Fury suffered a unanimous decision defeat to Usyk in Saturday’s rematch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The scoring angered the Brit, who slammed the verdict in new backstage footage.

His long-time promoter Warren also made his feelings clear as he gave an astonishing post-fight interview in the ring, with the scorecards in his hands.

A couple of days removed from the world championship showdown, Warren has launched an outburst at claims Fury broke the rules before the bout.

Boxing fans had accused the self-proclaimed ‘Gypsy King’ of having his shorts pulled up too high for his bout against Usyk.

But the 72-year-old has jumped to Fury’s defence, passionately refuting the suggestion that his fighter’s kit was illegal.

“One of the journalists talking about him wearing his shorts up to underneath his nipples… bullsh*t is it,” he told Box Nation.

“The referee came in the dressing room before the fight. The way he wore them was legal. Did you hear one complaint about that from the other side?

“None at all… some idiot in there who knows nothing about boxing coming out with that and it’s just, I don’t know, I just find it ridiculous some of this stuff.”

Frank Warren alongside Tyson Fury for a press conference. Image: Getty

Warren also shared his thoughts on Fury’s beard, which came under scrutiny ahead of his rematch.

But the legendary promoter described the situation a ‘non-issue’ in yet another rant.

“A non-issue,” he replied when asked about Fury’s beard. “A total lot of crap and a non-issue. If it was illegal, then they wouldn’t have allowed him to wear his beard.

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HE Turki Alalshikh Confirms Oleksandr Usyk Next Fight Amid Cruiserweight Rumors

By Admin December 23, 2024

What’s next for Oleksandr Usyk?

The question has left many wondering what the man on the top of the mountain will do. The fans saw him do the unthinkable again. He slayed Tyson Fury for a second time, and with him turning 38 next year, the fans are intrigued about his future. While there is nothing concrete, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh has left a major clue.

Usyk, 37, handed a defeat to Fury, 36, in their rematch this past Saturday and held on to his unified heavyweight title. The fight, marred with controversy, solidified the Ukrainian fighter’s legacy, and some might even go on to argue that he could hang up the boxing gloves. However, Daniel Dubois doesn’t think that way. He wants revenge. And he tried to set up the fight he had been looking for almost a year now after he collected a loss against ‘The Cat’. He even stormed into the ring to set the wheels in motion, and it seems it has worked.

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Alalshikh, 43, turned to his X handle and shared what he had planned. For Usyk, at 23-0, he revealed a future fight with the winner of ‘Triple D’ vs. Joseph Parker. He wrote, “Usyk told me he is ready to do any fight in the future , we agreed he rest for now and nothing before the result between Dubois and Parker.”

Notably, Dubois, 27, will defend the IBF title against Parker, 32, on February 22, and the winner could be booked to fight Usyk next. The fight could set up another undisputed crown ceremony. But will it happen? Will Usyk take the fight, especially given his age and his desire to move down to cruiserweight?

When the latter interrupted his festivities, the two-division undisputed champion was keen to give Dubois his revenge match. Many criticized the British boxer for his antics, which led to Usyk demanding HE Turki Alalshikh to arrange the fight. Interestingly, before the Fury fight, Usyk admitted he wanted to move down to cruiserweight. He told Sky Sports, “I’ll try and go back to cruiserweight again. Yeah, I will try.”

Before the February 22 card and its result shake up the heavyweight division, Usyk can have his much-needed rest. He was eager to spend holidays with his family, too. He said, “I’m gonna go home now and enjoy it. We go home to a new year. Let’s see what it brings.” So, it remains to be seen when the fans can see him in the ring next. It could be sooner than most of us expected it to be.

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