Tyson Fury has unveiled plans for a third bout with Alexander Usik, yet specifics remain uncertain.
British heavyweight Tyson Fury has announced his intention to face off against Ukrainian boxing sensation Alexander Usyk for the third time, with the anticipated match set to take place on April 18, 2026. However, official confirmation from Usyk's team has yet to be made.
The venue for the highly-anticipated bout is rumoured to be Wembley Stadium in London, although this has not been consistently confirmed. Reports suggest that the fight is in the works, with Turki Alalshikh, a prominent figure in the boxing world, hinting at the potential matchup.
Fury, who lost twice to Usyk last year by decision, has expressed his desire to settle the score in their third encounter. Meanwhile, Usyk has yet to comment on the proposed fight, leaving fans in suspense.
In a separate development, Russian fighter Albert Batyrgaziev suffered a defeat in a recent event, with no specific details available about the outcome. Following his loss, veteran boxer Roy Jones Jr. offered to train Batyrgaziev jointly, although the offer has not been confirmed.
Meanwhile, there is speculation about the reason behind Islam Makhachev's move to the welterweight division. The exact reason for the change is not clear, with no official statement made by Makhachev or his team. However, UFC commentator John Gooden revealed that Makhachev's teammate, Habib Nurmagomedov, is aware of the reason for the weight class change.
In a related matter, event #188 saw several fighters being fined for violating medical rules, but the nature of the violations and the specific event are not specified. It is also not clear if any penalties were imposed on Kubat Topuria for revealing information about Makhachev's weight class change.
Promoter Eddie Hearn hinted at Fury's return to the ring in 2026 earlier this year, adding to the excitement surrounding the boxing world. As the boxing community eagerly awaits further announcements, fans can only hope that the long-awaited third showdown between Fury and Usyk will indeed take place.
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[2] Anonymous (2023). Fury vs Usyk III: Wembley Stadium in the running for April 2026 showdown. [News article]. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/64949888
Bookmakers are offering odds on the third match between Tyson Fury and Alexander Usyk, with the anticipated sports event scheduled for April 18, 2026, provided that Usyk's team confirms the fight. The rumored venue for the highly anticipated bout is Wembley Stadium in London, although this hasn't been consistently confirmed yet.
