The victory for Oleksandr Usyk ensured that he retained his unified heavyweight world titles in what was another close points win in their rematch in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, December 22, 2024. The last time both boxers went head to head in a boxing ring was in May 2024 with Usyk emerging victorious by a spilt decision .
Fury dominated the first part of the fight, but he was unable to land his punches on Usyk as both boxers were determined to end the year on a high. Usyk, who recently won an Olympic gold and former undisputed cruiserweight champion, extended his undefeated record in professional boxing to 23.
