What's happened
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will face off in a highly anticipated rematch on December 21, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight will be for three of the four major heavyweight titles, following Usyk's victory over Fury in May, which marked Fury's first professional loss.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Alex Pattle from The Independent, the rematch between Fury and Usyk is set for December 21, 2024, in Riyadh, where Usyk aims to defend his titles after defeating Fury earlier this year. Pattle notes that the financial stakes are significant, with the purse for the rematch estimated at $191 million. Meanwhile, AP News highlights the undercard featuring Daniel Dubois defending his IBF title against Joseph Parker, adding to the event's overall excitement. The Independent also discusses the implications of this fight for the heavyweight division, particularly regarding potential future matchups with Klitschko.
How we got here
Fury lost to Usyk by points in May 2024, making Usyk the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years. Following that fight, Usyk vacated the IBF title, leading to a rematch where only three belts will be contested.
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