In what promises to be a monumental clash in the world of boxing, WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is slated to face WBA, IBF, and WBO kingpin Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Kingdom Hall in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This eagerly anticipated showdown will not only see two formidable champions going head-to-head but will also mark the first time in history that all four major heavyweight titles will be unified in a single fight.
To commemorate this historic event, a special World Heavyweight Undisputed Champion belt has been meticulously crafted. However, fan reactions to the unveiling of the belt have been somewhat mixed. Despite this, the significance of the occasion cannot be understated, as it represents a pivotal moment in boxing history.
The road to this highly anticipated bout has not been without its obstacles. Fury’s recent injury sustained during sparring led to the postponement of the original date set for February 17. This setback marks the second time that Fury and Usyk’s title fight has been delayed. To mitigate such uncertainties, promoters have included a $10 million pullout clause for their May 18 pay-per-view extravaganza, underscoring the importance of ensuring the fight goes ahead as planned.
In a statement shared on social media, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, highlighting the significance of having all four belts on the line in a single bout. With the stage set for what is being hailed as the “Fight of the Century,” boxing enthusiasts around the globe eagerly await the clash between Fury and Usyk in the Ring of Fire on May 18th, 2024.