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Welcome to Live coverage from Diario AS USA of the resit of resits, such as Usyk and Fury are at it again to see who has the heavyweight division sewn up. It’s not an uncontested battle, only because the IBF insisted that Usyk relinquish his title to spread it out a bit. But don’t be fooled, Usyk is basically the champion of champions.
Their first meeting in May saw Usyk narrowly wins via split decision, the become first undisputed heavyweight champion in almost 25 years and handing Fury his first professional loss.
In the run-up to this fight, the atmosphere has changed from cordial to charged. At a recent media event said Usyk playfully asked Fury to autograph a photo of a moment from their previous fight – Usyk’s overhand left connects with Fury’s jaw. Fury agreed, but the gesture underscored the competitive tension between them.
Fury, 36, has taken a more serious stance this time. “I’m going to dish out a lot of pain. I’m definitely going to put this motherfucker in the pain locker,” he declared at the latest press conference. Known for his pre-fight antics, Fury stressed: “The talking is done. The first fight, I talked, I joked – my whole career (I’ve done that). This time I mean it.”
Usyk, 37, remained succinct, saying: “Now we just have a performance; the conversations, cameras, lights and show. Everything takes place on Saturday evening.”
Their final confrontation was a lengthy 11-minute look, filled with silence and occasional barbs, which emphasizes the intensity of their rivalry.
Analysts see this rematch as crucial for both fighters. Martial arts commentator Sean Wheelock suggests so Although Fury is one of the greatest heavyweights of this generation, this fight represents a crossroads. A second loss could affect his standing among the elite. Conversely, Usyk, undefeated and holding unified titles at cruiserweight before moving up to heavyweightlooks to further cement his legacy with another win.
In their first meeting, Fury’s early showboating gave way to a more aggressive Usyk in the later rounds. Usyk’s overhand left in the eighth round and a barrage in the ninth left Fury reeling, although he managed to recover and finish the fight. Commented martial arts analyst Luke Thomas Fury’s tendency to back away and surrender space to Usyk, which turned out to be harmful. For the rematch, Thomas advises that Fury should take a more progressive approach, using his size and reach to disrupt Usyk’s rhythm.
Usyk, known as “The Cat” for his agility and speed, uses exceptional footwork and head movements to outwit opponents. His ability to adapt mid-fight makes him a formidable opponent. Fury, with his own blend of size, skill and resilience, has a history of overcoming adversity, most notably in his trilogy against Deontay Wilder.
The stakes are undeniably high. Although the IBF title is not on the line – having been stripped of Usyk for not facing his mandatory challenger – the WBO, WBA and WBC titles are up for grabs. A win for Usyk could lead to a victory a fight against the winner of Daniel Dubois vs. Joseph Parkeror a possible return to cruiserweight. For Fury, a win could pave the way for a trilogy with Usyk.
As the fighters prepare to enter the ring, the boxing world watches closely, aware the outcome will significantly impact both men’s legacies. The rematch promises to be a defining chapter in heavyweight boxing, with each fighter poised to leave an indelible mark on the sport’s storied history.