Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk shared words after their heavyweight world title fight.
Usyk became the first undisputed champion of the four-belt era. He won by split decision, scoring 115-112, 113-114, and 114-113.
It was a great fight. The two fighters showed each other respect after the final bell.
Fury hugged Usyk and kissed him on the head.
Their conversation after Usyk was crowned champion has been revealed.
“Good job, Oleksandr.” You’re a strong boxer. Good job, brother. “In Christ,” Fury said, holding Usyk’s head.
Usyk replied, “I started preparing for you when you were boxing in 2008, European champion.”
Fury said, “Thank you, brother. You’re a great boxer.” “I love it. Good moves.”
Usyk said, “I’m proud.” We’re a friendly family. My son said: Hey, Tyson, push you…
Some parts of their conversation are hard to hear because of the crowd.
The Gypsy King promised the new heavyweight champion, the first since Lennox Lewis in 2004.
He said he’d like to visit Ukraine with his family and spend the holiday with you. You can come to my house and spend the holiday with me.
Usyk said yes. “No problem.”
Then Fury said, “Let’s have a beer after this.” No alcohol!
The Brit also shook hands and said hello to Usyk’s team. ‘Thanks, guys.’
There was a thank you to Prince Turki bin Salman Al Saud, brother of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
“Turki, thanks for putting this on.” You made this happen for the world, even though so many people couldn’t join us. We gave them a great fight.
When Prince Turki said there would be more fights in Saudi Arabia, Fury was very excited. “Yes, we’ll do it again. Could you show me the money? Show Oleksandr the money!
In his interview, Fury demanded a rematch. The contract says the loser can call one, and he thought he should have won.
While Usyk was in control in the first few rounds, Fury returned with body blows and uppercuts.
However, Usyk looked better in the last part of the fight. A big hit in the ninth round made Fury wobble and almost lose the battle.