Boxing Superfight Looms: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk for Undisputed Heavyweight Title
The highly anticipated clash between heavyweight champions Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is set to take place this Saturday, May 18, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This showdown will determine the undisputed heavyweight champion, as all four major world titles are on the line.
Fury and Usyk: A Heavyweight Clash of Titans
Fury, who has been a dominant force in the division since reclaiming the lineal heavyweight crown in 2020, faces his toughest test yet in the form of the masterful Ukrainian technician, Usyk. The 35-year-old Englishman has showcased his versatility, able to box or brawl his way to victory, while the 37-year-old Usyk has proven his skills by conquering the cruiserweight division and then dethroning Anthony Joshua in their two epic encounters.
Undercard Highlights
The undercard features several intriguing matchups, including:
- A cruiserweight title rematch between Jai Opetaia and Mairis Briedis
- A junior lightweight title defense for Joe Cordina
- A heavyweight clash between undefeated prospects Agit Kabayel and Frank Sanchez
Additional Matchup on the Same Night
Additionally, boxing fans can look forward to a main event on the same night as the Fury-Usyk clash, as former featherweight and junior featherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete takes on Denys Berinchyk in a lightweight title bout at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego.
“With the heavyweight championship on the line and the skills of Fury and Usyk on display, this is a must-watch event for any boxing enthusiast.”
The action-packed pay-per-view can be streamed on ESPN+, DAZN, and PPV.com, with the undercard starting at noon Eastern Time / 5 p.m. BST.
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