Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to face off in a undisputed world heavyweight title fight in Saudi Arabia on Saturday – and a supercomputer has delivered their prediction
Tyson Fury WILL beat Oleksandr Usyk via points in their undisputed world heavyweight title fight in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.
Fury and Usyk are set to go head-to-head to become the first undisputed champion in the weightclass for quarter of a century after Lennox Lewis emerged victorious against Evander Holyveld in 1999. Usyk currently holds WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight titles.
Having analysed the strengths and weaknesses of both fighters, an AI analysis by OLBG has determined that Fury will come out on top due to his boxing IQ, experience as well as the massive reach and size advantage he has in comparison to Fury.
Fury is significantly taller (6’9″) with a longer reach (85″) than his Ukrainian opponent (6’3″, 78″ reach) and that can be a a crucial factor in keeping Usyk at bay and keeping distance. Another positive that Fury has in favour is that he is known for his unorthodox style and that helps keep him unpredictable.
Fury has previously demonstrated his ability to adapt to a number of opponents, as noticed in his fights against Deontay Wilder. That makes him a formidable opponent to whoever he is facing, as Fury can often change his game and style before and during a bout.
As for Usyk, he is a master technician with exceptional footwork, speed, and ring IQ. His movement and ability to control the pace of the fight are key elements to his success. While Usyk has less experience than Fury in the heavyweight division, his victories against Derek Chisora and Anthony Joshua show that he can handle the jump up and fight against opponents who are bigger than him.
Despite this, the supercomputer has ruled that Fury will win. They say: “Given the strengths and weaknesses of both fighters, this matchup could go either way. However, considering Fury’s physical advantages and his ability to adapt to different styles, he might have a slight edge.
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Fury’s reach and size, combined with his boxing IQ and experience in the heavyweight division, could give him the tools to outpoint or potentially stop Usyk. On the other hand, if Usyk can effectively neutralise Fury’s reach and impose his own game plan, he has a solid chance of winning by decision.”
Stating the final prediction, it added: “Tyson Fury wins by decision, despite the technical skills and stamina of Usyk. This fight promises to be a highly competitive and tactical bout, showcasing the best of heavyweight boxing.”
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to lock horns in a huge bout on May 18 with each fighter attempting to etch their name in boxing history as the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 1999. The stakes couldn’t be higher as the pair will go head to head for the prestigious WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF titles.
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