Oleksandr Usyk’s correct weight for the weigh-in ahead of his fight against Tyson Fury was 223 1/2 lbs, not the 233.5 lbs that was initially announced. This discrepancy surprised fans, considering that Usyk had gained 12 lbs from his previous fight against Daniel Dubois in August. The significant jump in weight for Usyk, who looked
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In a recent weigh-in before his highly anticipated match against Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury displayed a trimmed-down physique, weighing in at 262 lbs. This striking change in appearance could be seen as a calculated move to project confidence and intimidate his opponent. However, upon closer inspection, Fury’s actions can be interpreted as manifestations of fear
On Saturday, viewers around the world will witness a monumental clash between WBC and Lineal Champion Tyson Fury and WBO/IBF/WBA unified champion Oleksandr Usyk. The historic bout will be streamed live exclusively on DAZN, offering fans the opportunity to secure their virtual seat to this epic showdown. Whether you access the event through DAZN.com or
Tyson Fury’s recent press conference leading up to his heavyweight championship fight against Usyk raised many eyebrows. During the face-off with Usyk, Fury displayed a lack of confidence by turning away from his opponent and facing the media instead. This move left fans and the media puzzled, sparking speculation about Fury’s mental state and readiness
In a recent interview on The MMA Hour, Turki Alalshikh, a prominent figure in the Saudi Arabian sports scene, discussed various dream fights that he is eager to make happen in the near future. These fights include matchups like Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Alvarez, Naoya Inoue vs. Gervonta Davis, Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua, and
The boxing world is abuzz with news of Junto Nakatini’s upcoming title defense in Japan. The recently crowned WBC bantamweight champion is set to face off against WBC mandatory challenger Vincent Astrolabio of the Philippines on July 20th at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena. This promises to be an exciting event, with additional fights expected to be
Teddy Atlas, a renowned analyst in the boxing world, has recently shared his insights on how Tyson Fury can secure a victory over Oleksandr Usyk. Atlas suggests that Fury should maintain distance, utilize his jab, and avoid getting into close-quarter exchanges with Usyk to prevent the smaller opponent from capitalizing on his counter-punching abilities. While
Former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming four-belt unification match between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. Lewis, who is known for his boxing expertise, believes that both fighters are in “war mode” and that the audience will witness a great fight. Despite giving Fury a slight edge in the matchup,
Tyson Fury’s significant weight loss leading up to his fight against Oleksandr Usyk has raised eyebrows among fans and experts alike. His promoter, Alex Krassyuk, believes that Fury’s dramatic weight loss is a result of nerves for the upcoming fight. Fury, who is the WBC heavyweight champion, knows the challenge he faces in fighting the
Rumors are circulating that Floyd Mayweather may be making a return to the boxing ring this summer, with a potential match against Victor Ortiz. This comeback fight is said to take place in Mexico, a country where Mayweather has never before fought. The bout is rumored to be a sanctioned fight, which could see Mayweather
In the world of boxing, it seems like fighters are no longer content with settling their differences in the ring. Instead, they take to social media platforms to air their grievances and engage in verbal battles. Ryan Garcia, known as “KingRy,” is a prime example of this trend. He has been involved in heated debates
Vasiliy Lomachenko has once again proven his dominance in the world of boxing by claiming the IBF lightweight championship title. At 36 years old, Lomachenko showcased his exceptional skills in his recent victory over George Kambosos Jr. Despite some controversy surrounding his previous loss to Devin Haney, Lomachenko’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, solidifying
The boxing world is abuzz with news of a potential rematch between George Kambosos Jr and Teofimo Lopez. If Kambosos performs well in his upcoming fight against Vasiliy Lomachenko, he could find himself facing Lopez once again. This news comes as a surprise to many, as Kambosos was the man who defeated Lopez two-and-a-half years
George Kambosos Jr. appeared visibly drained and emaciated during the weigh-in ceremony leading up to his fight against Vasily Lomachenko. The intense pressure of making weight seemed to have taken a toll on Kambosos, as he exhibited signs of stress and anxiety. The physical toll of shedding pounds to reach the 135 lbs limit was
IBF welterweight champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis is set to make a triumphant return to his hometown of Philadelphia to defend his title against challenger Cody Crowley on July 13th. This homecoming fight is a significant moment for Ennis, who has been making a name for himself in the boxing world with an impressive record of