Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to face off once again in a highly anticipated rematch in Saudi Arabia on 21 December. The undercard for this momentous event has been revealed, featuring a focus on young British boxing stars.
Following Usyk’s victory over Fury in their initial encounter, where he became the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years, the stage is now set for Fury to seek redemption and reclaim his lost title. The event promises to be a thrilling showdown between two heavyweight giants.
Among the prominent young British talents set to showcase their skills on the undercard are Moses Itauma and Johnny Fisher. Itauma, just 19 years old, will take on Australia’s Demsey McKean, as he looks to make a mark on the international boxing scene. Fisher, aged 25, is scheduled to face off against fellow Briton Dave Allen in a heavyweight clash.
Additionally, Dennis McCann and Isaac Lowe will feature in separate bouts against Peter McGrail and Lee McGregor, respectively. The undercard will also see Israil Madrimov aiming for a comeback following his loss to Terence Crawford, as he squares off against Serhii Bohachuk.
While the first fight between Fury and Usyk resulted in the Ukrainian claiming the undisputed heavyweight title, the upcoming rematch will now see both fighters vying for the WBC, WBA, and WBO belts. The stakes are high as these two formidable boxers prepare to once again enter the ring and battle for supremacy.
With a lineup of exciting matchups on the undercard, the Fury vs Usyk 2 event promises to deliver a night of intense and action-packed boxing for fans worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates as the countdown to this epic rematch continues.