Usyk earns unanimous victory in Saudi Arabia rematch over Fury

Usyk claimed victory in their first heavyweight title fight in May 2024 via a disputed split decision, but the rematch in Saudi Arabia on Saturday was more definitive, with all three judges scoring it 116-112 in Usyk’s favor.

Lewis felt the fight was close, suggesting Fury should have won more rounds. Crolla agreed it was close but didn’t mind Usyk winning.

Bellew, who lost to Usyk in 2018, believed the scorecards were too wide but understood Usyk’s pressure and work-rate influenced the outcome, praising Fury’s warrior spirit for rematching him.