The clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury is one of the most anticipated heavyweight fights in the sport. Both the heavyweights are regarded as two of the best in the weight class. And every fan wants to see these two lock horns inside the boxing ring. But, despite many attempts in the past, this fight never came to fruition as the negotiations fell apart after going on for weeks. However, it seems like the fans should not lose hope just yet. The boxing world has been hearing rumors of many mega-fight deals in Saudi Arabia, with Usyk and Fury being a part of that.
Even though there is no confirmation for the fights as of now, these rumors are building a lot of hype among the fans. And, recently, Top Rank’s Bob Arum added to that hype by sharing a piece of exciting news about the fights to take place in Saudi Arabia.
Michael Benson from talkSPORT took to his Twitter to give the news to fans. Arum has confirmed the big news about the ongoing negotiations with the Saudi Arabian representatives. According to Benson, the promoter has confirmed to be in talks with the representatives to schedule Fury Vs. Usyk on the same night as Deontay Wilder Vs. Anthony Joshua.
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It seems unclear when or how these fights will take place. But, the fans should not lose hope to see these top heavyweights go the distance. Not long ago, Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn laughed at the payout claims from these fights. The rumored fight of Joshua against Wilder will be his second fight since his return to the ring after almost a year. He last prevailed in his bout against Jermaine Franklin.
Bob Arum has confirmed that he's had "very interesting talks" with Saudi Arabia reps about the possibility of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk happening on the same night as Anthony Joshua vs Deontay Wilder in December. [@Ringside73]
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) May 6, 2023
The fight between Usyk and Fury will give the world its first undisputed heavyweight champion in thirty years. The two together form one of the greatest rivalries in the sport. And, their exchanges truly are a source of entertainment for the fans. The Boxing World has opened up about Arum’s claims.
Fans React to the “interesting talks”
One fan wants the fight to happen but is worried about the possibility of having to pay a huge PPV fee.
I hope this can happen, I just fear that it will be a flop as they will ask for huge PPV fee that many can’t afford.
— James Kenny 🔴⚪️⚫️ (@JamesyCantona) May 6, 2023
Another fan regards this event as the best night in boxing despite there being uncertainty about these fights happening.
If this happens which it won’t it’d be the best night of boxing ever
— John 🦉 (@swfcjohn2) May 6, 2023
One fan does not want these two fights to take place on the same night.
Shouldn't be the same night
— Greg. (@GregHH27) May 6, 2023
One fan believes that Fury and Wilder will mess up these matchups.
Fury and Wilder will mess it all up once their nerves kick in
— LegitRealTalk (@LegitRealTalk) May 6, 2023
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Another fan is sure that these fights won’t be happening.
Interesting= probably won’t happen
— Rob- BoxingShrew 🥊🇬🇧 (@BoxingShrew) May 6, 2023
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