Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is scheduled for a highly anticipated rematch with Tyson Fury. The bout is contracted to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on December 21, 2024. This follows their first fight on May 18, 2024, where Usyk won by split decision to claim the undisputed title.
Usyk, who holds the WBA, WBO, IBF, and IBO belts, became the first undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era with that victory. The rematch was triggered by a clause in the original fight contract, mandating a second contest between the two champions.
The upcoming fight has been postponed from its initially planned date in 2024 due to an injury sustained by Fury during their first encounter. Both fighters have now recovered and are deep in training camps, with the event being promoted as "Ring of Fire."
A victory for either man in the rematch will solidify their legacy in the sport's history. For Usyk, a second win would confirm his dominance, while Fury seeks to reclaim the titles and avenge his sole professional defeat.
