Bob Arum: "Fury virtually demolished Usyk in the early rounds"

Renowned promoter Bob Arum commented on the bout between heavyweight stars Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury.

"It's great for boxing that Fury and Usyk will have a rematch. I give full credit to Usyk; Oleksandr is a brave warrior. It's impressive how he came back into the fight after Fury virtually demolished him in the early rounds. This shows what a warrior he is," said Arum.

In the early hours of May 19, Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk (22-0, 14 KOs) fought against Britain's Tyson Fury (34-1-1, 24 KOs) and claimed the title of undisputed heavyweight champion. Usyk defeated Fury by a split decision: Usyk 115-112, Fury 114-113, Usyk 114-113.

The rematch between Usyk and Fury is scheduled for December 21, 2024, in Saudi Arabia.

Earlier, Usyk's promoter, Oleksandr Krassyuk, suggested that Fury "have a beer" following his drunken escapades and the beginning of his preparation for the rematch.