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Anthony Joshua reveals Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2 prediction

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Usyk put in a sublime performance to beat Fury in May Photo Credit: Mikey Williams/Top Rank

Anthony Joshua supported Oleksandr Usyk in defeating Tyson Fury again on December 21 Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing/Stephen Dunkley/Queensberry Promotions
Anthony Joshua supported Oleksandr Usyk in defeating Tyson Fury again on December 21 Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing/Stephen Dunkley/Queensberry Promotions

Anthony Joshua has backed former opponent Oleksandr Usyk to defeat Tyson Fury again when the two meet later this month.

Joshua was ringside on May 18 in Riyad when Usyk scored split decision victory over Fury and becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion.

“AJ”, who has been defeated twice by the Ukrainian, predicts that Usyk will defeat the “Gypsy King” for the second time in a row in a clash on December 21, also in Riyad.

“I think it will be a tough fight at the beginning and then I feel like Usyk will be able to beat her again,” Joshua said Queensberry Promotions.

“He’s a class operator, so I think Usyk is one of the best on the market.

Usyk put in a great performance to defeat Fury in May. Photo: Mikey Williams/Top Rank
Usyk put in a great performance to defeat Fury in May. Photo: Mikey Williams/Top Rank

“That’s why I think he will win.”

Usyk will defend his WBC, WBA and WBO belts against Manchester, who relinquished his IBF title shortly after their first meeting.

Daniel Dubois was subsequently promoted from interim to full IBF champion and defended his title following a fifth-round stoppage over Joshua at Wembley Stadium in September.

Joshua appeared ready for a rematch with his British rival, but according to his promoter Eddie Hearn, injuries have sidelined him and Dubois will now face Joseph Parker on February 22.

Fury and Usyk will face each other again on December 21. Photo: Stephen Dunkley/Queensberry Promotions
Fury and Usyk will face each other again on December 21. Photo: Stephen Dunkley/Queensberry Promotions

Hearn says the former two-time world heavyweight champion will fight either Dubois or Fury next.

“It’s strange to say this after a knockout defeat, but AJ is in a really good situation,” the Matchroom chairman said. BBC Sport.

“Next we will fight Dubois or Fury. That’s all. No other interests or warm-ups.

In September, Dubois defeated Joshua in five rounds. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
In September, Dubois defeated Joshua in five rounds. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

“It would be frustrating if we had a rematch with Dubois and Fury won.

“Then we sit back and say, ‘Wait a minute, we’re fighting Dubois, but we could have fought Fury in May for the biggest fight in boxing.’

“Win or lose, we could fight Fury next summer. But if he wins, AJ will fight him for the world title.

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Lennox Lewis interrupts the interview while Frank Warren fumes over Tyson Fury’s decision

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Lennox Lewis interrupted Frank Warren mid-rant as Tyson Fury’s promoter became furious at the prospect of Oleksandr Usyk winning. The Gypsy King lost 116-112 on all three scorecards, and his attempt at revenge for the only defeat of his career ended with Usyk defending his WBA, WBC and WBO titles.

Both Fury and Warren strongly criticized the decision, which leaves huge doubts about the 36-year-old’s future. Fury said Usyk was given a “Christmas present” by the judges, while his longtime promoter was “stunned”, calling it “crazy”.

Fury said: “I was sure I won that fight again. I thought I won both fights, but on the other hand I came home with two defeats on my account. I will always believe, until the day I die, that I won this fight.

“I will always feel a little tired. Not a little, but actually a lot. When you don’t get a knockout, that’s what happens. You can’t guarantee victory.”

Warren complained about the result in various post-fight interviews, including one with the BBC. He said: “This is crazy. Everyone who sat where I sat, including neutrals [thought Fury won].

“Oscar De La Hoya, like me, was one round away. We both thought he won it, that’s a crazy result! It’s a split decision and I’m very disappointed. I know people will say I’m biased and I probably am, but I temper myself with bias.

Lewis then joined the conversation and Warren asked the heavyweight legend about the verdict. He replied: “I didn’t score, but it was close, definitely close.”

Warren then highlighted the fact that one of the judges didn’t give Fury a single round in the second half of the fight, fuming, “What kind of fight are they watching?”

Apparently not seeing the result the same way, Lewis simply added: “Yes, yes, should have given him a few rounds [in the second half of the fight]”

Lewis then shared his thoughts on the future of Usyk, who may decide to reunite the four heavyweight belts. A rematch with the holder of the second belt, Daniel Dubios, has already been suggested, although everything depends on his fight with Joseph Parker on February 22.

Lewis believes the 37-year-old could hang up the gloves and say: “He can do whatever he wants. He can retire if he wants, he can have a rematch, he can have another fight.

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Oleksandr Usyk’s various injuries after each fight with Tyson Fury say a lot

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Oleksandr Usyk emerged from his latest fight with Tyson Fury without requiring hospitalization, allegedly a stark contrast to his experience after their first fight in May. On Saturday (December 21) in Saudi Arabia, the 37-year-old Ukrainian boxer secured his second victory over “The Gypsy King”, winning and retaining his undisputed heavyweight titles by unanimous decision.

Sporting significantly fewer battle scars than after his first triumph over Fury in May, Usyk had only minor bruises under his eyes this time. The judges were in agreement during the rematch, with all three unanimously scoring the fight 116-112 in favor of Usyk, who appeared to take less damage throughout the fight.

Despite Fury’s claims that Usyk was hospitalized with a suspected broken jaw after their first meeting, the reigning champion denied such suggestions, admitting he only felt pain in the area and not a broken bone.

However, he admitted to the physical effects of their intense first clash, stating: “Yes, I have a little problem, but I have problems with my fist, my back and my whole body because it’s a tough fight that lasts 47 minutes. “

Despite Fury’s exhaustive preparation, which included a three-month period in which he stated he had not spoken to his wife Paris, he ultimately failed to defeat Usyk again. The result leaves fans and pundits wondering whether this defeat will push the Gypsy King to hang up his gloves for good, reports. Mirror.

The 36-year-old Fury could not hide his irritation after his second defeat in a row to the boxer from Kiev, calling the judges’ unanimous decision a “Christmas gift”. “I feel like I won both fights,” he declared.

I know I had to knock him out, but it’s boxing and things like that happen. I have no doubt that I won this fight. Franc [Warren] I was three or four rounds ahead, and a lot of people were at least two rounds ahead of me.”

Echoing Fury’s frustration, promoter Frank Warren expressed his astonishment at the referee’s performance. “I’m amazed at how they do it [judges] I scored a goal,” said the head of Queensbury Promotions.

“His jab was phenomenal, his footwork was brilliant, he wasn’t tardy. He was very evasive.” In the aftermath, IBF heavyweight titleholder Daniel Dubois entered the ring shortly after Usyk’s victory and challenged him to a rematch following his own knockout loss to the Ukrainian last year.

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Tyson Fury is furious at Oleksandr Usyk’s result with a Christmas joke and shares his next plans

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Tyson Fury insisted Oleksandr Usyk received an early Christmas present after he challenged the Ukrainian’s unanimous points victory in the rematch in Riyad.

Fury lost 116-112 on all three judges’ scorecards, and his bid for revenge for the only defeat of his career ended permanently, with the extraordinary Usyk retaining his WBA, WBC and WBO titles.

Promoter Frank Warren said he was “stunned” by both the result and the vast margin of victory – and Fury agreed.

“I felt a bit of a Christmas atmosphere there and I think he got a little Christmas present from the judges. An early Christmas present,” said Fury, who lost his first fight in May by split decision.

“I was sure I won this fight again. I thought I won both fights, but on the other hand I came home with two losses under my belt. I will always believe, until the day I die, that I won this fight.

“I won’t cry over spilled milk. It’s already happened. I know boxing, I’ve been involved in it all my life and you can’t change any decision.

“I will always feel a little tired. Not a little, actually a lot. When you don’t get a knockout, that’s what happens. You can’t guarantee victory.”

Fury said he would take time to consider his future, which is now in doubt after successive defeats, even if the all-British clash with Anthony Joshua continues to attract mass interest.

When asked if we would see him fight again, he replied: “You may do it, you may not. Who knows. We’ll talk about it next year.

“What’s next for me? I’m going home and will have some time off. Glowing. I’m going home and wish you a good Christmas. I was away for 12 weeks working on this fight.

“I’m going to go home now and enjoy it. We’re having a nice Christmas at the Fury house and thank God we both made it out of the ring in one piece.”

Usyk urged Saudi boxing broker Turki Alalshikh to arrange a rematch with Daniel Dubois after the British IBF champion entered the ring during post-fight interviews.

Dubois was knocked out in the ninth round by Usyk in August 2023, but has since bounced back impressively, culminating in an explosive victory over Anthony Joshua in October.

“I want revenge. I want revenge Usyk! Good job today, good job. God bless you. I want revenge for the last robbery. Let’s go, let’s go. Make it happen, Frank!” – Dubois said.

Usyk replied: “Your Excellency, fight Daniel Dubois. Thank you very much.

“I can do more. I’m ready to fight (Dubois), no problem. Next fight no problem. Now I want to go home and rest.”

Usyk paid tribute to Fury for taking part in a second classic clash in a fascinating rivalry.

“He’s a great fighter, a great opponent and it was a great 24 rounds. An unbelievable 24 rounds in my career. Thank you very much,” Usyk said.

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