Oleksandr Usyk’s Promoter Insists on Delivering Undisputed Fight with Tyson Fury

Harshit Sachan August 23, 2023

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Oleksandr Usyk's Promoter Insists on Delivering Undisputed Fight with Tyson Fury — Image Courtesy: Ringnews24/Twitter

Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter, Alexander Krassyuk, reaffirms the commitment to delivering a highly anticipated undisputed heavyweight title fight against Tyson Fury. Despite talks breaking down previously, Krassyuk emphasizes the significance of this historic bout and the global interest it has garnered.

Obligation to Make the Fight Happen

Krassyuk acknowledges the global demand to witness the heavyweight undisputed fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. He asserts that it’s not only the boxing community but the entire world that desires to see this clash of titans for the four heavyweight belts, marking a monumental moment in boxing history. Krassyuk reiterates the obligation to fulfill this desire and deliver the long-awaited match.

Usyk, the unified champion at WBA (Super), WBO, and IBF, is set to defend his titles against British boxer Daniel Dubois. This fight serves as a crucial step on Usyk’s journey to potentially facing Tyson Fury in the future.

While Fury is currently preparing for a non-title bout against MMA fighter Francis Ngannou, Usyk expresses his reservations about the matchup. He considers the choice “not good” for boxing and believes that Fury opting to face an opponent from the UFC instead of a top 10 contender might not be ideal for his own legacy.

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Usyk’s Perspective on Legacy

Usyk, the Olympic gold medallist and former undisputed cruiserweight champion, reflects on his legacy and the path that lies ahead. He emphasizes that at 36, this is just the beginning of his journey, not the final point. He expresses the desire to spend quality time with his family while continuing to make an impact in the boxing world.

Fury faced criticism for not reaching an agreement for a fight against Usyk previously, which opened the door for WBA (Regular) champion Daniel Dubois to challenge Usyk. Despite the complexities, Krassyuk remains optimistic about arranging the Usyk-Fury fight.

British promoter Frank Warren, who represents both Dubois and Fury, presents an alternative viewpoint. He believes that Dubois, the younger contender, has the potential to impact the situation. Warren suggests that if Dubois wins against Usyk, it could reshape the dynamics of the heavyweight division.

As the anticipation for an undisputed heavyweight title fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury continues, Usyk’s promoter maintains the commitment to fulfill this global desire.