With the boxing world anticipating the long-awaited Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk heavyweight match set for May 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the stage is set for what could be a thrilling and competitive fight. Veteran boxer Dereck Chisora has raised concerns, hinting that Fury’s not fully healed right eye may prove to be a critical weak point against Usyk’s pinpoint accuracy and brute power.
The anticipation for this undisputed heavyweight championship fight has been somewhat overshadowed by concerns over Fury’s eye, which was severely cut in his 2019 fight against Otto Wallin. Despite the injury, Fury fought on to the end, which was both commendable and controversial, as some believed the fight should have been stopped. Chisora predicts that Usyk, likened to a “starving shark,” will target Fury’s eye, potentially turning the ring into a “bloodbath.”
Nonetheless, Fury is known for his adaptability and unconventional tactics, suggesting he may engage Usyk physically in a grappling manner if his vision is compromised. Usyk’s speed and precision are formidable, but Fury’s size, power, and unyielding determination make him a top contender in the heavyweight division.
As the fight approaches, the concern over Fury’s eye remains a hot topic among the boxing community. Will this prove to be his downfall, or will the “Gypsy King” overcome this challenge as he has others?
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