The clock’s ticking for Tyson Fury, aka ‘The Gypsy King’, as he gears up to take on Oleksandr Usyk in their highly anticipated rematch later this year. After that intense split-decision loss in Riyadh, Fury’s out for revenge, but word on the street is, he needs to switch things up a bit if he wants to reclaim his throne.
Fury’s Corner Needs Some Changes?
Former champ Anthony Crolla has some strong opinions about Fury’s prep ahead of this blockbuster showdown with Usyk Vs Fury set for December 21. According to Crolla, Fury’s corner might need some reworking. Yeah, you heard that right.
Let’s rewind for a sec. Earlier this year, Usyk became the first fighter ever to hand Fury a professional loss. It was a split decision, and fans had mixed feelings, especially when footage showed Fury’s corner—led by his dad, John—telling him he was ahead. Turns out, only one judge agreed. The other two? They gave the nod to Usyk. This sparked all sorts of chatter about whether Tyson should make some changes in his camp. Even Peter Fury, who was in Tyson’s corner during his iconic 2015 win over Wladimir Klitschko, said there were just too many voices in the mix.
Talking to Freebets.com, Crolla didn’t hold back, sharing how Fury Vs Usyk Date And Time is set and how he thinks Fury’s confidence is through the roof heading into the rematch. “Tyson’s looking great, sounding great, and honestly, he’s super confident,” said Crolla. “You never know what’s gonna come out of his mouth, but he’s in a good place.”
Body Shots, Adjustments, and All That Jazz
So, what’s the game plan for the rematch? Crolla thinks Fury’s got a good shot but says targeting Usyk’s body will be a big part of his strategy this time. “Last time, he almost had it won by the halfway mark. But Usyk—man, that dude’s adaptability is off the charts. I’d put Usyk as the favorite, but Tyson could totally flip the script.”
But here’s where things get juicy. When asked what changes Fury needs to make, Crolla said that Tyson Fury Oleksandr Usyk might need some adjustments, but it’s all about the corner situation. “A few tweaks here and there, but Tyson? He’s one of those guys who thinks for himself. The corner needs to be addressed, though. I’m all about one clear voice. That’s the kind of adjustment he might need.”
Same Team, Same Plan?
However, Fury seems to have other ideas. Earlier this month, the 36-year-old flat-out said he’s not making any changes for the rematch. During an interview with Paul Dempsey, Fury was asked about the tactical game plan for When Is Fury Vs Usyk 2.0. His response? “Not much time spent thinking about it. I know what I gotta do, and it’s nothing drastic. People can talk about changing trainers, blaming the conditioning coach, the cook, or even the mouse next door—but nah, same team, same everything.”
Fury also doubled down on his belief that he actually won the first fight. “I’ve been boxing my whole life, and I gave him rounds eight, nine, and ten. Round nine was a 10-8. That’s what I saw. But hey, the judges thought otherwise. One of them had me winning, though. So yeah, it was as close as it gets.”
Key Takeaways for Usyk Vs Fury Rematch
| Fighter | Key Focus for Rematch | What Needs Fixing? |
|---|---|---|
| Tyson Fury | Target Usyk’s body more | Possibly tweak the corner team dynamics |
| Oleksandr Usyk | Continue adapting and outsmarting | Keep the momentum from the first win |
Fury might be confident, but will the same team and plan work this time? Only time will tell. One thing’s for sure, Fury Usyk Tickets are going to be hot property, and fans are in for another rollercoaster showdown come December 21.
