Oleksandr Usyk Future Unclear After Win Over Tyson Fury

Ukrainian Boxer was slammed by most attendees of their fight with the Brit

Oleksandr Usyk punches Tyson Fury during the IBF, IBO, WBA, WBC and WBO Undisputed World Heavyweight titles' fight on December 21, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Getty Images.

By Isaac Nyamungu

Usyk ‘the cat’ had tendered Fury a first professional downfall earlier this year, hence he made history as he became the undisputed heavyweight world titleholder, the first in 25 years since the supremacy of Lennox Lewis.

He was commended as the next coming of Muhammad Ali. He had earlier won against the exposed Anthony Joshua, Usyk powered up his legendary credentials with a second victory over Fury.

Usyk has risen to high ranks. He has gone undisputed at cruiserweight and also attain Olympic gold at London 2012.

The three judges explicitly did 116-112 in favor of Usyk to grunts from Fury fans.

However, it was noticeable how empty the ring was as Usyk tried to celebrate becoming the most exceptional heavyweight of the last generation.

Moreover, during an interview, Fury provocatively critiqued 'foreigner' Usyk's English.

'He's a small cruiserweight,' said Fury. 'A foreigner, don't speak good English and nobody's really interested. Anyway, he's not setting anything alight,” said Fury in a past interview.   

Further, Fury walked around the ring showing off a sword to the audience, it was manifest how much everyone present longed for Fury to succeed. There was distinct silence from a large portion of the crowd.

 “I’m not the judge; I’m an athlete. It’s not my decision. I win. Thank you, God,” said Usyk during a post-match interview. “I’ve been training, good preparation. Listen, today, for me, is a very happy day. My sons won their Judo competitions today. My son talked to me and said, ‘Hey, Papa, you’re next.’ I said I will try,” he added.

“He’s a great fighter, he’s a great opponent. It was a great 24 rounds. I want to devote this victory to my mother. She’s always worried about me, and I want to thank her very much for everything you’ve done for me. I devote this to her and all mothers of Ukraine,” said Usyk during the press conference

Another incident of disrespect is when Daniel Dubois questionnablly stormed his interview session disrupting his celebrations. Daniel demanded for a fight with Usyk. Surprisingly, Usyk agreed to a rematch with him.

“No problem. I am ready. I want to be home for a little rest, but I’m ready,” replied Usyk while responding to Dubois.