 "Usyk vs Fury 2 will take place on 21 December (Saturday) at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Image: AP")
One of the most-anticipated boxing fights, Round 2 between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, will take place on Saturday (21 December) in Saudi Arabia. It will be revenge time for Fury who lost to Usyk by a split decision in May this year as the Ukrainian became the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years. Usyk has since given up the IBF title, which is now held by Daniel Dubois.
But Usyk’s WBC, WBA, and WBO belts will still be up for the Gypsy King Fury of Britain to capture after he suffered the first loss of his pro career in May. Also, before the 12-round main event, the undercard will showcase seven fights.
Before Usyk vs Fury 2 gets underway, here’s everything you need to know about the boxing fight.
When and where is the Usyk vs Fury 2 fight?
The Usyk vs Fury 2 boxing fight will take place on Saturday (21 December) at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What time will Usyk vs Fury 2 fight start?
The Usyk vs Fury 2 boxing match in India will be starting early Sunday morning (22 December). Here are the times for all major locations.
| Country | Main Card Start | Main Event (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | 2:00 PM ET | 6:00 PM ET |
| UK | 7:00 PM GMT | 11:00 PM GMT |
| UAE | 11:00 PM GST | 3:00 AM GST (Sunday) |
| India | 12:30 AM IST | 4:30 AM IST (Sunday) |
| Brazil | 4:00 PM BRT | 8:00 PM BRT |
| Australia | 5:00 AM AEST (Sunday) | 9:00 AM AEST (Sunday) |
What is the prize money for Usyk vs Fury 2 fight?
As per reports, the total prize money is $190 million which will be divided 55-45 in Usyk’s favour.
How to watch Usyk vs Fury fight?
Usyk vs Fury 2 will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV in over 200 countries, including the US, India, Brazil, the UK, and Australia. The event is priced at $39.99 in the US, £24.99 in the UK, and $29.99 in Australia. UK fans can also watch the fight on Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office. Depending on your chosen PPV platform, you can stream the action live through the DAZN app, Discovery+ app, or Sky Sports Box Office app.
What’s at stake in Usyk vs Fury 2 fight?
In addition to Usyk’s three championship belts, legacies are on the line. With an unbeaten record of 22-0, Usyk aims to solidify his status as one of boxing’s all-time greats with a decisive win. The 37-year-old Ukrainian also fights with the weight of representing his nation amid Russia’s ongoing military invasion.
On the other side, Fury (34-1-1) is determined to avenge the only loss of his professional career. The 36-year-old Englishman boasts a perfect 5-0 record in rematches, adding extra stakes to this highly anticipated showdown.
Usyk vs Fury 2 odds
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, Usyk is a slight favorite with 3/4 odds, while Fury stands at 11/10 to win. A draw is considered less likely, with odds set at 15/1.
What happened in Usyk vs Fury 1?
Usyk claimed a close victory, winning on two scorecards with scores of 115-112 and 114-113, while the third judge scored it 114-113 in favour of Fury. Fury led on all scorecards through the first seven rounds, but Usyk mounted a strong comeback. The pivotal moment came in the ninth round when Usyk, after being credited with a knockdown, nearly finished his opponent before Fury was saved by the bell.
What fights are on Usyk vs Fury 2 undercard?
Serhii Bohachuk v Ishmael Davis (light middleweight)
Moses Itauma v Demsey McKean (heavyweight)
Johnny Fisher v Dave Allen (heavyweight)
Peter McGrail v Rhys Edwards (super featherweight)
Isaac Lowe v Lee McGregor (featherweight)
Daniel Lapin v Dylan Colin (light heavyweight)
Andrii Novytskyi v Edgar Ramirez (heavyweight)