The end of the year is aroud the corner, but before we can ring in 2025 there's the small issue of the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury.
The fighters met in May with the undisputed world heavyweight title on the line and it was Usyk who became the first four-belt champion in the division's history. He has since relinquished the IBF title but is still considered the reigning king of boxing's glamour division, and Fury gets his chance at vengeance — as well as a shot at becoming a unified champion for the first time — when the foes step back into the ring in Riyadh on Saturday.
But before they can do that, there are the usual fight week events that take place in the lead-up to fight night, starting tonight with the Grand Arrivals.
Here's what you need to know ahead of tonight's Grand Arrivals for Usyk vs. Fury 2.
When is Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2 ?
The fighters and their respective entourages will officially arrive in the Saudi Arabian city on Tuesday, kicking off the massive event.
- Date: Tuesday, December 17
- Time: 5pm GMT / 12pm ET / 9am PT / 8pm KSA
What has been said?
Usyk said :
"It's a big winner not only for me. It's a big winner for my country."
"I think my father is now watching me and is very happy."
"His voice cracked as he continued. "I can."
Fury said :
"I haven't processed it at all. I've not done any processing,"
"All I've done is enjoyed my life and lived, and then went into another training camp. And I'll continue to do the same thing after this fight."
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