This clash between two of the biggest names in boxing has been eagerly awaited by fans for quite some time. Both Fury and Joshua have established themselves as dominant forces in the heavyweight division, with Fury holding the WBC title and Joshua holding the WBA, IBF, and WBO titles.
Should the fight come to fruition, it would be a historic moment for the sport. The last undisputed heavyweight champion was Lennox Lewis in 2000, and since then, the division has been fragmented with multiple champions holding different belts.
While negotiations are still ongoing, there is a sense of optimism surrounding the potential fight. Both Fury and Joshua have expressed their desire to face each other in the ring, and fans are eagerly anticipating a showdown that could potentially determine the true king of the heavyweight division.
With both fighters known for their power and skill, this fight has the potential to be an epic battle. Fury, known for his unorthodox style and ability to evade punches, will be looking to use his size and reach advantage to outbox Joshua. On the other hand, Joshua, known for his knockout power, will be aiming to land his devastating punches and secure a victory.
As the negotiations progress, boxing fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting further updates on this highly anticipated fight. If all goes according to plan, February 17th could mark a new era in the heavyweight division, with a new undisputed champion being crowned.
Coming off a controversial decision win, Fury, who is 35 years old, faced off against the underestimated Ngannou in late October. Unlike other UFC stars who transition into boxing, Ngannou proved to be a formidable opponent by knocking Fury down in the third round. Despite getting up and continuing to box, Fury appeared exhausted as the fight progressed, suggesting that he was either ill-prepared or caught off guard by Ngannou's exceptional skills. Regardless, Fury's previously stellar reputation took a significant blow that night.
Similarly, Usyk faced a tough challenge in his last fight, although not as severe as Fury's encounter with Ngannou. During a bout with Daniel Dubois in August, Usyk was knocked down by a body blow that some argued was a clean hit to the gut. Despite the controversy and the referee's decision to grant Usyk additional recovery time, he ultimately won the fight. However, Usyk's reputation did not suffer to the same extent as Fury's.
Both individuals, however, have much to prove. Usyk, a former undisputed cruiserweight champion, is determined to show that he is the ultimate heavyweight in the world. On the other hand, Fury not only needs to recover from his recent fight against Ngannou, but also has to prepare himself for the highly skilled Usyk. Despite Fury having the advantage in size, he is around the same age as the thirty-seven year old Usyk. Additionally, Usyk possesses remarkable speed and agility. Will Fury be able to overpower his opponent, as he did successfully against Deontay Wilder? Or will he be able to avoid getting hit, as he did successfully against Wladimir Klitschko? Alternatively, will Usyk, known for his disciplined approach, unsettle Fury as he did against Anthony Joshua? These questions make this matchup intriguing and highly relevant.
Let's hope this fight actually materializes.
