His relief, though, was short-lived as Oleksandr Usyk emerged victorious by split decision to become the first unchallenged champion in the category in 25 years. With a substantial weight advantage of forty pounds and a height advantage of six inches over Usyk, Fury was defending his world title for the fourth time.
As they touched gloves, Fury, towering over Usyk, told him he was “going to school.” From the first bell, Fury taunted Usyk by lying back on the ropes and punching himself in the head. Usyk landed a one-two combination in the second round while Fury targeted his body and ended with an uppercut. Fury boxed on the back foot, leaned on Usyk, and switched to southpaw in the fourth round, raising his hands prematurely in victory. Usyk struggled to close the distance due to Fury’s reach, showing signs of struggle as Fury landed hooks. CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
