Get ready for one of the most anticipated boxing matches of the year as Tyson Fury faces Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday night at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The main event is scheduled to begin around 5 p.m. ET on DAZN and PPV.com pay-per-view. For details on the undercard, check out our Fury vs. Usyk results page.

Tyson Fury (34-0-1), a highly decorated heavyweight champion, comes into this fight following an underwhelming performance against UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in October. Despite being dropped in the third round, Fury managed to secure a split decision victory over the boxing debutant. Now, he prepares to face the significantly more experienced Oleksandr Usyk.

Usyk (21-0), a 2012 Olympic gold medalist, turned professional in 2013 and has dominated the sport since. He became the first undisputed cruiserweight champion in the four-belt era and then moved up to heavyweight, where he twice defeated Anthony Joshua to claim his current titles. Usyk’s latest defense of his belts was a ninth-round knockout of Daniel Dubois this past August.

Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk: Live Round-by-Round Updates

Round 1: Fury Takes the Jab, Usyk Lands Late Left Hook

The first round of the highly anticipated Fury vs. Usyk fight lived up to the hype!

• Tyson Fury on the Front Foot: True to his style, Fury wasted no time rushing to the center of the ring. He established his jab early, keeping Usyk at bay with constant head movement and distance control.
• Usyk Searching for Answers: Usyk struggled to find an answer to Fury’s jab in the early going, occasionally attempting to corner the bigger fighter. He did manage to land a glancing body shot, but Fury’s jab remained the dominant weapon.
• Fury’s Showmanship & Usyk’s Late Flurry: Fury, known for his theatrics, added some showboating to his strategy. However, Usyk didn’t back down. He threw caution to the wind with a powerful overhand left that caught Fury’s attention late in the round. A flurry of punches followed, but Fury managed to escape to safety.

The Tension Builds: The first round ended with a sense of tension hanging in the air. While Fury controlled the round with his jab, Usyk’s late left hook showed he’s capable of landing significant blows. The chess match has begun, and both fighters will need to adjust their strategies for the upcoming rounds

Round 2: Heats Up: Usyk Puts Pressure on Fury!

The second round of the Fury vs. Usyk fight showcased a shift in momentum!

• Usyk Starts Strong: Unlike the previous round, Usyk landed a sneaky jab followed by a hard left that connected clean. Fury attempted to shrug it off, but the impact was undeniable.
• Usyk on the Hunt: Usyk switched to a more aggressive approach, chasing Fury around the ring and tagging him with a body shot. Fury tried to counter with a double jab but Usyk effectively cut off the ring, although he paid the price with a jab in return.
• Taunts and Punches: Fury’s signature taunting returned as he dropped his hands, daring Usyk to attack. Usyk responded with another left hook, forcing Fury to unleash a right hand to the body. Fury followed it up with a right uppercut to the head, getting Usyk’s attention.
• Usyk Ends Strong: Usyk displayed impressive resilience, finishing the round with a combination of punches in the corner. He applied relentless pressure throughout the round, showcasing his improved ability to deal with Fury’s size and reach advantage.

A Close Fight: Both fighters landed significant blows and displayed adjustments to their strategies. This round was arguably closer than the first, making it even more intriguing as the fight progresses.

Round 3:Tyson Fury and Usyk Trade Blows in a Strategic War

The fight continues to be a tactical chess match as Fury and Usyk battle it out in round 3:

• Usyk Probes with Jabs: Usyk utilizes jabs to the body as a way to close the distance and get inside Fury’s reach.
• Fury Relies on Jab: Fury maintains his focus on the jab, trying to control the tempo with consistent jabs to slow Usyk down. He even manages to land a quick 1-2 combination.
• Usyk Cuts Off the Ring: Despite Fury’s footwork, Usyk applies effective pressure, keeping Fury from circling freely. He manages to sneak in another left hook while staying close.
• Trading Punches: Both fighters exchange blows throughout the round. Fury lands a body shot, followed by a combination that connects. He seems content to let Usyk come forward and then counter.
• Usyk’s Relentless Pressure: Usyk remains aggressive, consistently pressuring Fury and finding openings for his left hook.

A Close Contest: This round continues the trend of a close fight. Fury uses his jab to control the distance, while Usyk applies pressure and finds ways to land his powerful left hook. The strategic adjustments by both fighters are evident, making it a fascinating battle of skills and wills.

Round 4: Fury’s Showmanship Meets Usyk’s Grit

The battle between Fury and Usyk continues to be a captivating display of contrasting styles in round 4:

• Usyk Starts Strong: Usyk remains the aggressor, immediately pushing forward and putting pressure on Fury.
• Fury’s Body Punches: Fury attempts to counter Usyk’s pressure with body punches, keeping his hands loose and forcing Usyk to block. This strategy seems to be effective in disrupting Usyk’s rhythm.
• Trading Blows: Usyk closes the distance and lands a clean left hand. Fury responds with a surprise left uppercut that catches Usyk off guard. This highlights the dangers both fighters pose to each other.
• Fury’s Confidence and Taunting: Despite the close fight, Fury continues his showmanship, dropping his hands and inviting Usyk to attack. He even lands a right uppercut and another glancing right, showcasing his confidence.
• Usyk Stays Composed: Usyk remains unfazed by Fury’s antics. He focuses on good body work and avoids getting drawn into a brawl. Both fighters trade hooks in close quarters, and Fury lands a counter uppercut as he retreats.

Intrigue Continues: This round further emphasizes the strategic battle between the two fighters. Usyk’s pressure and power are countered by Fury’s size, reach, and occasional showboating. With the fight still hanging in the balance, the upcoming rounds promise even more excitement.

Round 5:Tyson Fury Lands Jabs, Usyk Responds with Hooks and Claims Low Blow

The fight continues to be a close battle of attrition in round 5:

• Fury’s Jab Effective: Fury starts the round with a short jab that catches Usyk. He continues to utilize the jab effectively, keeping Usyk at bay.
• Usyk’s Tireless Pressure: Despite expending a lot of energy finding angles, Usyk manages to land a powerful right hook. He maintains his pressure, forcing Fury back into a corner.
• Trading Blows: Both fighters continue exchanging punches. Fury throws punches to escape the corner, landing a right hand. He follows up with a left hook to the body and another right to the midsection.
• Low Blow Controversy: Usyk signals a low blow after another shot from Fury. The action pauses briefly before resuming.
• Fury on the Offensive: After the low blow interruption, Fury seems more aggressive, pressuring Usyk with his jab, repeatedly landing it in Usyk’s face. He also throws a combination that Usyk manages to block.

A Close Fight with Controversy: This round remains close, with both fighters landing significant blows. The low blow claim adds another layer of intrigue to the fight. Neither fighter seems to have gained a clear advantage yet, and the upcoming rounds are crucial for determining who will emerge victorious.

Fury Dominates Round 6, Rocks Usyk!

The tide appears to be turning in Fury’s favor after a dominant round 6:

• Fury’s Jab Effective: Fury establishes control early with his jab, landing it consistently and keeping Usyk at bay.
• Usyk Responds with Body Punches: While Usyk manages to counter with a body punch and pushes Fury to the ropes, Fury escapes effectively.
• Fury on the Offensive: Fury circles the ring, lands a left jab, and keeps targeting Usyk’s body with punches. He follows up with a good combination, showcasing a more aggressive approach.
• Fury Exploits Size Advantage: Fury starts utilizing his size advantage, leaning on the smaller Usyk to disrupt his movement.
• Fury Rocks Usyk: A hard body shot from Fury visibly hurts Usyk. Fury capitalizes by tagging Usyk again, opening up his defense. He then rocks Usyk with a powerful uppercut, forcing him to retreat.
• Fury Maintains Pressure: Fury finishes the round strong, landing a body-head combination. Usyk seems to be on the defensive, trying to maintain distance.

A Turning Point? This round marks a significant shift in momentum. Fury’s effective use of the jab, body punches, and size advantage put him in control. Usyk appears to be feeling the effects of the fight, and Fury looks to capitalize in the upcoming rounds. Can Usyk weather the storm and regain his footing, or will Fury claim a decisive victory? The suspense continues!

Round 7 showcased Usyk’s resilience and ability to adapt after a challenging round 6

• Usyk Stays Aggressive: Despite being rocked in the previous round, Usyk refuses to back down. He corners Fury and throws punches to the body, although Fury’s size advantage allows him to escape.
• Fury Still Pressing: Fury continues his aggressive approach, landing a right uppercut and a right to the body. His weight advantage becomes evident as he utilizes it to pin Usyk against the ropes.
• Usyk Fires Back: Usyk demonstrates his skills by landing a strong jab and a straight left, reminding Fury that he’s still a threat.
• Trading Blows: Fury attempts to control the tempo with another stiff uppercut, but Usyk doesn’t let him settle, constantly pressuring him and stepping in with a left hand.

A Competitive Round: This round was a close battle. While Fury carried over some momentum from round 6, Usyk displayed impressive resilience and exchanged blows effectively. Neither fighter gained a clear advantage, making this a pivotal point in the fight. The upcoming rounds will be crucial in determining the outcome.

Round 8: Usyk Takes Charge

The fight takes a dramatic turn as Usyk asserts his dominance in round 8:

• Usyk Goes on the Offensive: Determined to regain control, Usyk explodes out of the corner, unleashing a flurry of powerful punches at the start of the round. Fury defends well, but Usyk clearly lands some significant blows.
• Trading Punches: The fight becomes a captivating exchange as Usyk ducks under Fury’s jab and attacks the body. He even manages to block a Fury combination and counter with one of his own.
• Fury’s Taunting Stops: The urgency of the situation seems to have silenced Fury’s usual showboating. He refocuses on utilizing his jab to control the distance.
• Usyk’s Persistence Pays Off: Despite Fury’s renewed focus, Usyk lands another good punch as he steps inside. He continues his pressure and catches Fury with a wide right hand, potentially a turning point in the round.

Momentum Shift: This round marks a significant shift in momentum. Usyk’s aggressive approach and powerful punches put him back in control. Fury seems to be on the defensive, and questions arise about his ability to withstand Usyk’s renewed offensive. Will Fury adjust his strategy, or will Usyk continue to dictate the pace of the fight? The tension builds as we head into the final stretch!

Round 9: Usyk Unleashes Fury of His Own!

Round 9 witnessed a dramatic turn of events with Usyk capitalizing on his momentum shift:

• Oleksandr Usyk on the Attack: Usyk starts the round strong, throwing a 1-2 combination and taking the fight directly to Fury. While Fury’s jab remains a factor, Usyk manages to land a good straight right, forcing Fury to become more defensive.
• Fury on the Back Foot: As Usyk closes the distance, Fury throws uppercuts in an attempt to keep him at bay. Usyk displays superb head movement, dodging most of them and landing a big left hook in return.
• Oleksandr Usyk Barrages Fury: Usyk lands a flurry of punches, including a short right and two big punches that clearly hurt Fury. Fury stumbles and appears to be in serious danger with only 15 seconds left in the round.
• Fury Survives the Round: Despite being dominated in the closing seconds, Fury manages to stay on his feet. The referee steps in for a standing eight-count, but Fury recovers as the bell rings to end the round.

A Pivotal Round: This round might be a turning point in the fight. Usyk’s aggressive tactics and powerful blows put Fury in a vulnerable position. While Fury survived the round, the damage seems to be done. The question remains: Can Fury recover and find a way back into the fight, or will Usyk capitalize on his dominance in the final round?

Round 10: Oleksandr Usyk Maintains Pressure, Fury Desperately Seeks Openings

The tension is thick as the final round of this epic fight unfolds:

• Usyk Stays Aggressive: Usyk continues his dominant strategy, relentlessly attacking Fury from the opening bell. Fury’s legendary resilience is being tested as he tries to fend off Usyk’s powerful left hand, which keeps finding ways through Fury’s guard.
• Fury on the Defensive: Fury resorts to using his reach to keep Usyk at bay, but he’s unable to land any significant punches of his own.
• Usyk’s Patience Pays Off: Usyk demonstrates remarkable patience, waiting for openings and then unleashing flurries of punches that force Fury to cover up.
• Fury’s Showboating Fades: Any remnants of Fury’s usual showboating have vanished. He’s laser-focused on survival, but Usyk’s pressure remains relentless.
• Tyson Fury Lands a Right: In a desperate attempt to regain control, Fury manages to land a right hand. However, the impact seems minimal compared to Usyk’s onslaught.
• The Final 30 Seconds: With only 30 seconds remaining, the pressure is at an all-time high. Usyk’s left hand keeps Fury on the ropes, forcing him to fight defensively.

A Fight on the Brink: As the final bell rings, the outcome of the fight hangs in the balance. Both fighters have displayed incredible skill and determination, but Usyk’s dominant performance in the later rounds throws serious doubt on Fury’s ability to win. The judges now have the difficult task of determining who emerged victorious in this epic clash of titans.

Stay tuned to find out the results of the fight!

Round 11: Fury Desperate, Usyk Lands Late Haymaker!

The drama continues in a thrilling eleventh round:

• Usyk Controls the Pace: Usyk remains the aggressor, forcing Fury back to the ropes. However, Usyk seems to be pacing himself, not over-committing to big punches.
• Tyson Fury Struggles: Fury’s jab, once a reliable weapon, isn’t finding its mark consistently. Usyk times a perfect left hook that lands clean, further highlighting Fury’s struggles.
• Trading Blows: Both fighters exchange punches throughout the round. Usyk lands a body shot followed by a body-body-head combination, but Fury manages to slow him down with some clinching. They trade punches back and forth, with Usyk’s left hand finding its mark repeatedly.
• Desperation on Both Sides: As the round progresses, a sense of desperation creeps in. Fury resorts to some dirty boxing tactics to try and disrupt Usyk’s rhythm, but Usyk shakes it off and lands another powerful overhand left in the closing seconds.

A Round of Momentum Swings: This round featured both fighters struggling to maintain dominance. Usyk started strong, but Fury managed to slow him down with some unorthodox tactics. However, Usyk’s late left hook signifies his unwavering threat.

The Fight Goes the Distance!

With the final bell ringing after this dramatic eleventh round, the fight goes the distance! The judges now have the unenviable task of deciding the winner of this close and captivating heavyweight championship clash.

Round 12: A Close Finish Sets Up a Nervous Wait for the Decision!

The final three minutes of this epic heavyweight clash were a tense display of determination from both fighters:

• Grappling and Jabs: The round starts with some clinching and grappling as both fighters try to establish control. Usyk uses his jab to advance, but Fury’s head movement helps him avoid follow-up punches.
• Trading Punches: Usyk lands a left jab, while Fury responds with a counter left hook. The fighters trade blows throughout the round, with Usyk’s left hand and Fury’s right hook finding their mark.
• Tyson Fury on the Offensive: In a desperate attempt to regain control, Fury throws punches in bunches, forcing Usyk back into the corner. He lands a hard right that might have wobbled Usyk, but fails to capitalize.
• Trading Continues: The final seconds are a flurry of punches. Usyk lands a right that catches Fury off balance, and Fury responds with a two-punch combination. Both fighters trade blows until the final bell rings, leaving the outcome uncertain.

A Fight for the Ages: With no clear winner after a dramatic twelfth round, the decision rests with the judges’ scorecards. This close fight could go either way, making the wait for the results agonizing for both fighters and fans alike.

Who will be crowned the undisputed heavyweight champion? Stay tuned to find out!

Oleksandr Usyk Wins a Split Decision in a Thrilling Fight!

The highly anticipated heavyweight championship clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury has finally come to an end, and the winner is… Oleksandr Usyk by split decision (115-112, 113-114, 114-113)!

It was a close fight throughout, with both fighters showcasing their strengths and battling it out until the final bell. Usyk’s relentless pressure and powerful left hook proved to be the deciding factors, according to two of the judges.

Respect and Rematch

Despite the loss, Fury displayed true sportsmanship by congratulating Usyk after the fight. He believes he won and is eager for a rematch, which is already stipulated in their contract. Oleksandr Usyk also welcomes an immediate rematch.

An Epic Heavyweight Battle

This fight will undoubtedly be remembered as an epic battle between two of the best boxers in the world. Both fighters displayed incredible skill, determination, and heart. The result may be controversial, but there is no denying that this was a truly entertaining and captivating fight.

Looking Ahead

With the rematch clause activated, boxing fans can look forward to another exciting clash between Usyk and Fury in the near future. October seems to be the target date for this highly anticipated second bout