

The sensational heavyweight matchup between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is one of the most anticipated fights in the sport. Oleksandr Usyk has been seeking a fight against the British since the unification of his titles in 2022. But like any other boxing fight, it had its share of hiccups in its finalization. It seems like the fans will get to watch this legendary heavyweight’s undisputed title fight this year. Even though both the fighters are still exchanging jabs on social media, a deal has been struck between them, and they will meet at Wembley stadium this April.
Oleksandr Usyk’s manager has revealed their intention with the fight. And has put up a stipulation regarding the upcoming fight in front of Tyson Fury.
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The Ultimatum for Tyson Fury
Alex Krassyuk, the manager for the Ukrainian, has opened up about the deal between the two boxers. Usyk has agreed to a 70/30 purse split for the fight against Fury. This split came as a shock to the boxing world due to the drastic disparity in the percentage being shared.
In an interview with SkySports, Krassyuk discussed their demands if the ‘Gypsy’ King changes the fight date. Krassyuk said that they’ve accepted the conditions for April 29th. And, if the date is to be changed, Usyk will demand a 50/50 purse split from the fight. Krassyuk has been critical of Fury from the very beginning, and it is safe to say that he still believes that Fury will provide a reason to pull out from the fight.
Oleksandr Usyk has only accepted a 70/30 purse split for the Tyson Fury fight if it happens on April 29th, his promoter Alex Krassyuk has clarified: "All the conditions accepted by Usyk are only for April 29th. If it moves just one day, it's gonna be 50/50 again." [@SkySports]
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The boxing world anticipates the fight and wants to see the two boxers clash. And this fight will be a matchup to not miss out on. As Fury will be stepping into the ring after a year, and Usyk wants blood and isn’t fooling around. The intensity and animosity between the duo will fuel their passion for going the distance when they clash on April 29th. But Krassyuk doesn’t believe the fight will occur on the stipulated date. The stakes for the fight are monumental for both fighters.
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Oleksandr Usyk Vs. Tommy Fury: What are the stakes?
The stakes for this fight are sky high. This fight will crown the next undisputed heavyweight champion after almost three decades. There hasn’t been another undisputed heavyweight champion after Lennox Lewis. Both the boxers have undefeated boxing records and will risk it when they step into the ring against each other.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 03: Oleksandr Usyk (L) and Tyson Fury (R) face-off after the wbc heavyweight championship fight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on December 03, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images)
The fans can’t wait for the clash of these heavyweight titans, and the hopes are high for this fight. But the differences between both sides regarding the fight seem alarming and a threat to the fruition of the fight. What are your thoughts on Tyson Fury’s demands for the fight? Let us know in the comments.
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