Tyson Fury’s Weight Advantage Looms Large Over Oleksandr Usyk Ahead of Rematch

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2

The weigh-ins for Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 have set the stage for a dramatic heavyweight showdown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this Saturday. Usyk, known for his technical brilliance and speed, weighed in at 226 pounds, while Fury tipped the scales at a staggering 281 pounds, giving the Briton a 55-pound weight advantage. Both fighters remained fully clothed during the weigh-in, potentially contributing to their official numbers.

In their first meeting, Fury weighed 262 pounds compared to Usyk’s 223.5 pounds. Despite Fury’s size advantage, Usyk emerged victorious via split decision, becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion and handing Fury (34-1-1) his first professional loss. The judges scored their May 2024 contest narrowly in Usyk’s favor, with scores of 115–112, 114–113, and 113–114.

Usyk (22-0), a 2012 Olympic gold medalist and the first undisputed cruiserweight champion in the four-belt era has continued to solidify his legacy as one of the sport’s all-time greats. After his victory over Fury, he vacated the IBF heavyweight title but remains focused on defending his remaining belts.

Fury, one of the most decorated heavyweights of his era, will seek redemption after the upset loss. Known for his imposing frame and versatile skill set, Fury will utilize his size and power advantage to reclaim the heavyweight throne.

The undercard for the event also promises exciting action:

• Moses Itauma (249.1) vs. Demsey McKean (251.1) (Heavyweight)

• Serhii Bohachuk (153.1) vs. Ishmael Davis (153.6) (Light Middleweight)

• Johnny Fisher (241.1) vs. Dave Allen (257.6) (Heavyweight)

• Isaac Lowe (125.1) vs. Lee McGregor (125.9) (Featherweight)

• Peter McGrail (129.8) vs. Rhys Edwards (129.1) (Super Featherweight)

• Daniel Lapin (174.9) vs. Dylan Colin (173.1) (Light Heavyweight)

• Andrii Novytskyi (237.0) vs. Edgar Ramirez (261.1) (Heavyweight)

• Mohammad Alakel (134.1) vs. Joshua Ocampo (133.4) (Super Featherweight)

This rematch will answer whether Fury’s size advantage can overcome Usyk’s technical mastery or if the Ukrainian phenom will cement his dominance in the heavyweight division.