The world of boxing has been buzzing with excitement as rumors continue to swirl about a double-header super fight in Saudi Arabia featuring Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk, Anthony Joshua, and Deontay Wilder. The potential event, which is said to be worth up to $400 million in fighter purses, would see Fury take on Usyk and Joshua face off against Wilder on the same night.
The prospect of such a monumental event has sent shockwaves through the boxing community with many wondering if it is even possible. However, it seems that the event might just go through as Fury recently hinted at his future plans. This comes after talks with Usyk for a unification bout fell through after months of negotiations.
Tyson Fury hints future plans as Saudi super-fight rumors surface
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‘The Gyspsy King’ took to social media and posted a video announcing his future plans. He claimed that his camp has a ‘monstrous fight’ planned for this year and that he will be returning back into action.
‼️ Tyson Fury teasing “massive news” of an “imminent fight date” for an “absolutely monstrous fight” on Instagram today…
[📽️ @Tyson_Fury] pic.twitter.com/yCJ7sEixWo— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) April 20, 2023
“Massive Massive news coming. An imminent fight date and an absolutely monstrous fight. Keep tuned cause the WBC world heavyweight king is back in action” he said.
If the doubleheader super fight is true having these fighters on the same card on the same night would be an extraordinary event. However, in reality, it is a highly unlikely scenario. Despite this many insiders have stated that these fights will take place in December in one big mega event.
Eddie Hearn speaks up on the potential Saudi double header super fight
Matchroom CEO Eddie Hearn seems confident that this event could take place if the money is right. However, he added that the four fighters also needed to commit and not delay negotiations.
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“There is definitely some appetite from the Middle East to stage that event. But, it’s going to take four fighters to commit to that and four separate deals to take place, but if the money’s right then I’m sure it can happen.” said Hearn
The proposed double-header super fight may prove to be nothing more than a pipe dream. However, it is still exciting to consider the possibility of seeing four of the world’s best fighters compete on the same night. Whether or not it ever becomes a reality, it is clear that the world of boxing is in for an exciting ride in the coming months as the heavyweight division continues to heat up.
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