Oleksandr Usyk has made history by defeating Tyson Fury in a highly anticipated heavyweight bout, becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion. Usyk's victory was marked by a split decision win, and he is now recognized as the pound-for-pound number one boxer by Ring Magazine. The fight, held in Riyadh, saw Usyk dominate Fury, particularly in the ninth round where he came close to stopping him. Following the bout, Tyson Fury has confirmed that he will trigger the rematch clause, with a rematch planned for October in Saudi Arabia. Usyk's win has been celebrated as a historic achievement for Ukraine, with notable figures like Wladimir Klitschko praising him. Despite the victory, Usyk faces the possibility of being stripped of his IBF title. Additionally, Usyk has shown his battle wounds, including a jaw injury and stitches over his right eye. The fight has sparked discussions about Usyk's future opponents, including a potential match against Francis Ngannou.
Eddie Hearn has revealed Anthony Joshua's six potential opponents for September 📋 🥊 Tyson Fury 🥊 Oleksandr Usyk 🥊 Daniel Dubois 🥊 Filip Hrgovic 🥊 Joseph Parker 🥊 Deontay Wilder Who, realistically, would you like to see AJ fight next? 🤔 #AnthonyJoshua | #BoxingLatest |… https://t.co/EcRLSNBHgR
Tyson Fury WILL rematch Oleksandr Usyk after shock defeat confirms promoter with date and location revealed https://t.co/848cKGs1cC
Tyson Fury's 'long count' after being badly hurt in his Oleksandr Usyk fight has been explained by boxing promoter Eddie Hearn https://t.co/Fr0hlTGoTN https://t.co/BrwIfznjfL
Former UFC welterweight champ, Kamaru Usman, has revealed that he would like to see Oleksandr Usyk face Francis Ngannou 👀 What chances out of 10 would you give Ngannou against Usyk? 🤔 #FuryUsyk | #FrancisNgannou | #BoxingHype https://t.co/PQMkvjACRU
Our #FuryUsyk #RingOfFire post-fight edit is out now 🎬 Plenty of unseen footage with unique angles from Saturday 🍿
Undisputed heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk https://t.co/c2UqJ98mGX https://t.co/3LWGjRxlpO
Oleksandr Usyk told to ditch Tyson Fury rematch and take on 'crazy' fight instead https://t.co/60lHdS16rO
Prime Oleksandr Usyk vs prime Lennox Lewis... Who wins and how? 🤔 #FuryUsyk | #OleksandrUsyk | #LennoxLewis | #BoxingHype https://t.co/TvSGeYCQ1c
Oleksandr Usyk might lose his undisputed status before the Tyson Fury rematch 🥊 #boxing https://t.co/Ujdhdgit4X
🚨 Boxing Debate. If the rematch takes place between Fury & Usyk in October, what result would we get? Comment below! ⬇️ #Boxing #FuryUsyk ( 📸 Andrew Couldridge) https://t.co/92irTgqKbb
Boxing needs Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury rematch, and the fans deserve it https://t.co/qRyQ3D6sbP
‼️ Did Oleksandr Usyk cheat to beat Tyson Fury at Ring of Fire?‼️ 💥🥊✝️ #FuryUsyk #boxing Full story:🔗in comments⬇️ https://t.co/XWTa0H4JF9
Current list of Ring Magazine champions by weight 📋 👑 Heavyweight - Oleksandr Usyk 👑 Cruiserweight - Jai Opetaia 👑 Light-Heavyweight - Vacant 👑 Super-Middleweight - Canelo Alvarez 👑 Middleweight - Vacant 👑 Super-Welterweight - Jermell Charlo 👑 Welterweight - Terence… https://t.co/f7TQ2jRS7Q
🎙️ Evander Holyfield's instant reaction to #FuryUsyk https://t.co/VuMeYWufjf
📋 Updated Ring Magazine heavyweight rankings after Usyk SD Fury: 👑🇺🇦 Oleksandr Usyk 1️⃣🇬🇧 Tyson Fury 2️⃣🇬🇧 Anthony Joshua 3️⃣🇳🇿 Joseph Parker 4️⃣🇩🇪 Agit Kabayel 5️⃣🇨🇳 Zhilei Zhang 6️⃣🇭🇷 Filip Hrgovic 7️⃣🇺🇸 Jared Anderson 8️⃣🇬🇧 Joe Joyce 9️⃣🇺🇸 Deontay Wilder 🔟🇬🇧 Daniel Dubois
"THE ROPES KEPT TYSON UP" @DavidColdwell has his say on Oleksandr Usyk's impressive victory over Tyson Fury 🗣 Listen to the full interview HERE 🔗 https://t.co/fvqO5iJ3UE #FuryUsyk | #RingOfFire | #BoxingNews https://t.co/9jc6GPpCkr
📺 WATCH: Tyson Fury has 'too much pride' to retire after his loss to Oleksandr Usyk and will want a rematch with the Ukrainian... Get the latest boxing news on GB News Youtube: https://t.co/Eq7c8j0gJD https://t.co/WV4VPtNVl0
Generational great' Oleksandr Usyk urged to RETIRE instead of rematching Tyson Fury after 'completing boxing' https://t.co/8skos5yfhG
𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲: How Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury ⤵️ https://t.co/GqO3fmBldD
OPINION: Boxing Triumph Gives War-Torn Ukrainians Hope As Ukrainians battle fiercely to hold an outsized opponent at bay, the analogies with #OleksandrUsyk’s victory to become undisputed heavyweight champ are hard to miss. https://t.co/lOLxd0bW6h
Boxing has lost much of its lustre in recent years, but Sunday’s bout in Riyadh was a significant occasion: Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury fought to be named the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. @edcaesar reports on the curious experience. https://t.co/9tAXIamnGh
There’s a new pound-for-pound king as Oleksandr Usyk catapulted himself from No. 3 to the top spot in ESPN’s rankings following his victory over Tyson Fury, whom he came close to stopping in Round 9 of their undisputed heavyweight championship fight. https://t.co/s9jRYtU61D
There’s a new pound-for-pound king as Oleksandr Usyk catapulted himself to the spot from No. 3 in ESPN’s rankings following his victory over Tyson Fury, whom he came close to stopping in Round 9. https://t.co/s9jRYtU61D
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua branded 'two losers' with brutal verdict delivered after Oleksandr Usyk defeats https://t.co/J28OZcJabM
Anthony Joshua felt there was "clear winner" of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk fight https://t.co/Pqed8YCDtL https://t.co/ZyzHYMy8UV
EXCLUSIVE: Carl Froch urges Oleksandr Usyk to ditch rematch with Tyson Fury https://t.co/EMFAucdEKf
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk referee fiercely defended after fight controversy - 'Why are we criticising?' https://t.co/w8b5g6avYH
Oleksandr Usyk's faith took him to a whole different level ♱ https://t.co/4jHc773RFx
Which heavyweights out there do you still want to see Oleksandr Usyk fight before he retires?
𝗨𝘀𝘆𝗸 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀? 🇺🇦 @RobTebbutt, @BarryJonesBox and @MrAndyClarke reflect on #FuryUsyk and Oleksandr Usyk's place in history. Watch now: https://t.co/1O2K5LpIuc https://t.co/UMuBDOfjpz
John Fury's reaction to Oleksandr Usyk's win was a far cry from his pre-fight antics https://t.co/haFEE9wf2g
Tyson Fury must fight Oleksandr Usyk again 'for the sake of his legacy' as advice given following defeat https://t.co/05eHWKtRD2
Cristiano Ronaldo's reaction caught on camera after watching Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury https://t.co/iWZZcmCHxA
Frank Warren confirms Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk rematch with date and location laid out https://t.co/YjAXM2jtjG
UFC commentator believes "conflicting advice" cost Tyson Fury his victory against Oleksandr Usyk 🧐 Full details here: https://t.co/3HVDpB34un https://t.co/Yl5oNzxHAu
Thanks again to the members of the Ring Ratings Panel for their input on all of the rankings changes from the week of May 12-18. Ring Ratings Update: Oleksandr Usyk retakes No. 1 in P4P rankings - The Ring (https://t.co/lLKaVUZNoq)
Oleksandr Usyk playing not only a fellow Ukrainian, but a MMA pioneer and deadly puncher. Ice Cold’s highlights still hold up. This rules. https://t.co/mFo9jTbM6P
Carl Froch urges Oleksandr Usyk to avoid Tyson Fury rematch for one reason https://t.co/EMFAucdEKf
Tyson Fury told Oleksandr Usyk that he and his family would like to visit the Usyk family in Ukraine, in the future.
Former heavyweight world champion and unified Cruiserweight champion David Haye seemingly outraged at the ref not stopping the fight, during round 9 of Usyk’s win over Tyson Fury on the weekend. Haye & Fury have always been rivals. https://t.co/4WxD3sSJs8
Do you want to see Oleksandr Usyk vs. Francis Ngannou? 🤔 #FuryUsyk #Boxing #PFL https://t.co/evYyOQeMn2
Frank Warren Defends Fury Following Gypsy King's Post-Fight Accusations Of Usyk Bias https://t.co/VCyNfz3fyK
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are going to run it in October🥊 #FuryUsyk #Boxing https://t.co/yqUp2K8fxV
Tyson Fury 'pride' to play key role in retirement decision after Oleksandr Usyk defeat https://t.co/U9OgDuMM2I
Wladimir Klitschko gave Oleksandr Usyk heartwarming compliment after Tyson Fury win https://t.co/klmEc5IBPa
Tyson Fury made touching offer to Oleksandr Usyk moments after heavyweight classic https://t.co/UNeWYYVee4
Victory Over Fury Elevates Usyk To Pound-For-Pound King https://t.co/yc5GrHjzIT
𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫: A fight worthy of the occasion crowns one true champion worthy of the name. 🔗 https://t.co/8TVRtt8daJ #BoxingNews | #FuryUsyk 📸 @nickpotts_pa https://t.co/1qBsL2vTT8
Watch Ronaldo and Fury’s son’s horrified reaction to 9th-round Usyk blitz https://t.co/Sc7bI6faAp
"Both fighters deserve credit and, on Saturday night, they proved they are the two best heavyweights on the planet." ✍🏼 Read our full Fury/Usyk review HERE 🔗 https://t.co/6k7XpbDiBz #FuryUsyk | #BoxingFans | #BoxingNews https://t.co/qBZ114AXYT
Usyk shows off two black eyes and bruised knuckles after Fury battle https://t.co/SNr01c0zLB
The future of the heavyweight division continues his rise 📈⏳ #FuryUsyk https://t.co/8mvkdrVmfa
Warren Confirms Fury Wants To Go Back In With Usyk And Will Enforce Rematch https://t.co/nZMBharXjB
Where does Oleksandr Usyk rank amongst the all-time greatest heavyweights? 🗯️👇
RANKINGS: Usyk is king of the heavyweights, plus Loma, Berinchyk, more https://t.co/RLsvoGZXbO
In order, rank your top five heavyweights in the world right now... #FuryUsyk | #BoxingFans | #Boxeo https://t.co/slmOcVd3Cy
🗣️ Tyson Fury: "I'd like to come to Ukraine with my family and holiday with your family. And you can come to my house and have a holiday with me." Oleksandr Usyk: "No problem my friend." Respect 🤝❤️ https://t.co/tUsib852vC
Fury Betting Underdog For Usyk Rematch https://t.co/US3Qh9gRm6
Oleksandr Usyk to be stripped of world title just days after win over Tyson Fury https://t.co/eWudC3lXRn
The latest Ring Magazine P4P rankings 📋 1️⃣ Oleksandr Usyk 2️⃣ Naoya Inoue 3️⃣ Terence Crawford 4️⃣ Canelo Alvarez 5️⃣ Artur Beterbiev 6️⃣ Dmitry Bivol 7️⃣ Errol Spence 8️⃣ Gervonta Davis 9️⃣ Bam Rodriguez 🔟 Junto Nakatani Thoughts? 🤔 Stay up-to-date with the latest boxing news,… https://t.co/N4xnAswfD6
Tyson Fury has 'two fights left' as Anthony Joshua plan could change after Oleksandr Usyk loss https://t.co/KwgrSmkIG7
Should undisputed Usyk retire? And how good is Opetaia?: Boxing’s weekend recap https://t.co/HRG7Ov6lCI
Derek Chisora, Frank Smith, Frazer Clarke & Kalle Sauerland react to Oleksandr Usyk's impressive victory over Tyson Fury 🗣 Listen HERE 🔗 https://t.co/fvqO5iJ3UE #FuryUsyk | #BoxingNews | #BoxingWorld https://t.co/CT7rI0ctZL
Usyk again. 👑 https://t.co/Hc8dRWTT5t https://t.co/D38CrrmMuk
Boxing star wants to make Tyson Fury look 'so bad' with revenge targeted after Oleksandr Usyk defeat https://t.co/p79jywrGop
EXCLUSIVE: Frank Warren reveals Tyson Fury's decision over immediate Oleksandr Usyk rematch https://t.co/YjAXM2iVu8
Tyson Fury: "Good work Oleksandr, you're a strong man and a very good boxer." Oleksandr Usyk: "I started to prepare for you when you were boxing in 2008." Tyson Fury: "I'd like to come to Ukraine with my family and holiday with your family. And you can come to my house and have… https://t.co/qXZGapCh6p
Kamaru Usman calls for Oleksandr Usyk to test himself against Francis Ngannou. Full details here: https://t.co/SaaefBXD9x https://t.co/VvAsp0sHCq
Undisputed heavyweight champion @usykaa showing his battle wounds this morning on Instagram following his victory over Tyson Fury in Riyadh. Usyk suffered a jaw injury, needed four stitches over his right eye, along with wear-and-tear on his knuckles & around the eyes. https://t.co/nuh1Mgswrg
Tyson Fury will take the Oleksandr Usyk rematch next, planned for October in Saudi Arabia 🤯 (per Frank Warren) https://t.co/FoLHWX7IWY
⚽️ Cristiano Ronaldo immediately after witnessing Usyk become the undisputed heavyweight champion!!! #boxing #furyusyk https://t.co/1qn75MEjiz
Oleksandr Usyk soars to top of Ring Magazine's pound-for-pound rankings https://t.co/TTwTPsRac2
By defeating Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk has made boxing and sporting history, writes Luke Gittos https://t.co/kRwhS594g6
Exactly what being an undisputed world champion looks like 👊🏼 📸 @Usykaa #FuryUsyk | #OleksandrUsyk | #BoxingFans https://t.co/xcHyC8SdcG
Tyson Fury next fight plans revealed after heartbreaking defeat to Oleksandr Usyk https://t.co/sgPSBSJ63A
Cossack Warrior 🇺🇦 Oleksandr Usyk's walk into the fire... https://t.co/RiC6WZ6xWG
Oleksandr Usyk showing off his injuries from the Tyson Fury fight today on Instagram. #FuryUsyk #Boxing https://t.co/69klDc9qgS
The Greatest Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the world 🥊👑 #MMA #Boxing https://t.co/bAut9ea3bv
What were your thoughts on Oleksandr Usyk's win over Tyson Fury then? 🤔 Read ours HERE 🔗 https://t.co/6k7XpbDiBz #FuryUsyk | #BoxingNews | #RingOfFire https://t.co/YpUlWGEqPV
The Baddest Man On The Planet was once a feared nickname But when boxing's heavyweight belt fragmented the moniker lost its luster After Oleksandr Usyk reunified the title Saturday he might just be the baddest man to ever step in a ring @CombatCr helped me explain why👇
Wladimir Klitschko to Oleksandr Usyk after the Tyson Fury win: "I'm proud of you, I thank you for this victory. And what is more important is that it's a historic victory for us Ukrainians." Oleksandr Usyk's reply: "Thank you, you inspire me, you have always inspired me." https://t.co/4TPlMztCQv
Prime Oleksandr Usyk vs prime Wladimir Klitschko... Who wins and how? 👀 #FuryUsyk | #BoxingNews | #RingOfFire | #Usyk https://t.co/NNGAdoZOc1
Oleksandr Usyk: The Ring Magazine P4P King 👑🇺🇦 #FuryUsyk https://t.co/2B1wGLgX8z
Oleksandr Usyk showing off his injuries from the Tyson Fury fight on Instagram today… https://t.co/wxVmkgvU9N
𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗨𝗧𝗘𝗗 battle scars 👑🫡 📸 @usykaa | #FuryUsyk #RiyadhSeason | @Turki_alalshikh https://t.co/8t3vyBzBB7
BREAKING: Tyson Fury WILL fight Oleksandr Usyk again in October after losing world title to rival https://t.co/QJ9DHPAMpZ https://t.co/Rjh5L0Yv8y
FURY CONFIRMS THAT HE WILL TRIGGER USYK REMATCH CLAUSE ‼️ Tyson Fury has confirmed that he WILL trigger the rematch clause to fight Oleksandr Usyk next with the fight targeted for mid-October. Who do you think wins the rematch? 🤔 Check out all of our full Fury/Usyk reaction… https://t.co/ucny9KXSzt
The greatest sport in the world 🥊 This show of sportsmanship after 12 EPIC rounds of Undisputed action is everything 👏 #FuryUsyk https://t.co/egQXuf2bbU
The undisputed brilliance of Oleksandr Usyk: https://t.co/kRwhS594g6
The moment @AntoC6 made history ✍️ #FuryUsyk https://t.co/Cd0xWNxbaM
Oleksandr Usyk will be stripped of his IBF title after less than a week https://t.co/eWudC3mvGV
The Ring Magazine official P4P rankings 🥊 Oleksandr Usyk is now the new P4P king over Naoya Inoue and Terence Crawford. (via @ringmagazine) https://t.co/U8W8w7nIj8
Tyson Fury 'wants to take some time' amid increasing retirement talk after crushing Oleksandr Usyk defeat https://t.co/41KePpBgNf
"I DON'T THINK FURY WILL DO THE FIGHT WITH JOSHUA!" @GarethADaviesDT on Fury vs Usyk 🗣 Listen to our full interview with Gareth by clicking HERE 🔗 https://t.co/fvqO5iJ3UE #FuryUsyk | #BoxingNews | #RingOfFire https://t.co/q8Is0QGSw8
New footage emerges of Tyson Fury being rocked by Oleksandr Usyk in round nine of heavyweight showdown as the Ukrainian's team post video of the Gypsy King's desperation https://t.co/lSlBxrscLT https://t.co/VxIFVBTnVo
John Fury's reaction to the moment Tyson Fury's defeat to Oleksandr Usyk was officially announced… https://t.co/Mz0pNNIO4J
Fans react to Oleksandr Usyk being named new pound-for-pound number one boxer by Ring Magazine 🧐 Full details here: https://t.co/tnD8xAT2jC https://t.co/MF02d2e6E4
Oleksandr Usyk receives retirement green light after 'completing boxing' following Tyson Fury win https://t.co/hEjghRN3sE
Oleksandr Usyk hit with suspension after brutal fight with Tyson Fury https://t.co/8TFRCiV0Mg https://t.co/tTm51ADOqj
Oleksandr Usyk has defied all expectations. Six years ago, he vowed to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion, but no one took him seriously. He has risen to the top through incredible raw talent and sheer force of will: https://t.co/kRwhS594g6
Oleksandr Usyk with his collection of recognised world titles today: 🔹WBA 🔹WBC 🔹WBO 🔹IBF 🔹Undisputed title (KSA) https://t.co/xblfsQQHzD
💥 ‘Mighty Mouse’ congratulates Oleksandr Usyk after his split decision win over Tyson Fury. #MMA #Boxing #ONEChampionship https://t.co/CvOESHWvTC
Kamaru Usman calls for Oleksandr Usyk to fight Francis Ngannou next since Usyk has "beaten everybody else": "I know it's crazy... but I would love to see [Usyk] fight a guy like Francis Ngannou... Yes he schooled the other guys, but Francis is the biggest puncher out there. But… https://t.co/uGu8Z55xHV
Oleksandr The Great 👑🇺🇦 🏆 Undisputed Cruiserweight Champion 🏆 Undisputed Heavyweight Champion #FuryUsyk #RingOfFire https://t.co/Df0eweFJfH
Tyson Fury's frustrated backstage reaction captured after Oleksandr Usyk defeat https://t.co/9cyNmVeXoq
Sharing my reactions on the #FuryUsyk fight on the new #SugarShaneShow https://t.co/dS7mfOYB9Q
Usyk outboxed Fury but both did a great job. I do think Usyk was faster and landed more punches. What do you think?
🔥🚨NEW: Oleksandr Usyk kisses his crucifix after round 7 against Tyson Fury before going on to severely rock him in the eighth. 🙏 #FuryUsyk #Boxing https://t.co/SYiRNyRLTf
"It's a historic victory for us Ukranians." 🇺🇦 Listen in as Usyk & Klitschko celebrate a powerful day. Real Time Epilogue ➡️ https://t.co/z9aCcDz2Ou https://t.co/b0qv0EH2NA
Oleksandr Usyk has always had talent. But few thought the one-time cruiserweight champ would ever reach the heights he has now. By defeating Tyson Fury, the Ukrainian boxer has sealed his name in history, says Luke Gittos https://t.co/kRwhS594g6
After classic heavyweight battle, @Tyson_Fury & @usykaa let their guard down as both show emotional side in aftermath of historic undisputed title fight. Read my column & sign up for my #boxing newsletter: https://t.co/HUhyL8EU8J #FuryUsyk @Turki_alalshikh @FrankWarren @AKrassyuk https://t.co/ZCAHwpefKE
Horror new footage shows moment ‘Tyson Fury didn’t want to continue’ in Oleksandr Usyk defeat https://t.co/EYUrOPP3p5
Weekend Review: Oleksandr Usyk made history with transcendent performance 🥊 https://t.co/EOJTW7UZ2j
Why Oleksandr Usyk will be stripped of world title immediately after Tyson Fury https://t.co/0hovM5QWmM