Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk defeated British boxer Tyson Fury to retain the WBC, WBA and WBO heavyweight world titles.
The rematch, which took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, lasted all 12 rounds. This time, the Ukrainian won by a unanimous decision with a score of 116-112.
This victory was a continuation of their first fight, which took place in May. Back then, Usyk won a split decision, becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years.
Usyk dedicated the victory to his mother, Nadiia Petrivna, and all mothers in Ukraine. Also after the fight, Usyk confirmed his readiness to meet with the British Daniel Dubois, who offered to hold a rematch.
Oleksandr Usyk @usykaa dedicated his second win over Tyson Fury to his mother and all mothers of Ukraine. #UsykFury pic.twitter.com/HyPYDiC8i2
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