Fury Signals Readiness for Usyk Showdown: May 18th Set for Historic Clash
The highly anticipated showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, aimed at unifying the heavyweight titles, was set to captivate Riyadh, Saudi Arabia tonight. However, a sparring mishap three weeks prior led to Fury sustaining a cut, forcing the fight's postponement to May 18th. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman, in London over the weekend, expressed disappointment at the delay while interacting with members of the media and visiting the Repton Amateur Boxing Club. Reflecting on the setback, Sulaiman remarked, "It’s boxing. It happens, and I’m sure it’s going to be an even bigger fight now." Despite the frustration, both fighters have resumed training, with Fury indicating his readiness to continue preparations. Sulaiman shared, "I spoke to Tyson a couple of days ago. He’s fine, he’s ready to continue and it’s going to be one of the best events in the history of boxing on May 18." The postponement stirred emotions, particularly among Usyk's camp, with manager Egis Klimas and promoter Alex Krassyuk expressing discontent. Sulaiman attributed their reaction to the immense stakes involved in the historic bout. "This is a fight that has not taken place in 25 years," he emphasized. Addressing concerns about officiating, Sulaiman mentioned the possibility of utilizing video replays during the May 18th clash. "The WBC has had instant replay for 12 years," he noted, highlighting the organization's readiness to handle contentious situations effectively. As anticipation builds for the rescheduled encounter, boxing fans eagerly await the momentous showdown between Fury and Usyk, poised to make history in the heavyweight division. #TysonFury #OleksandrUsyk #MauricioSulaiman #Boxing
