On the night from Saturday to Sunday, all eyes of boxing fans were turned towards Saudi Arabia. A unique gala took place there, where Oleksandr Usyk once again faced Tyson Fury. The boxers faced each other in May this year and the Ukrainian was better by a split decision of the judges, with The “Gypsy King” disagreed.
Oleksandr Usyk defended the title of undisputed world champion
The rematch was contracted for 12 rounds, which is the same length as the previous fight. The boxers fought in full time and this time the judges had no doubts and scored 116-112 in favor of the undisputed world champion, Oleksandr Usyk.
After the fight, the Ukrainian turned to his rival. – Fury is a great fightergreat rival, it was great my 24 rounds in these two fights. Thank you very much for the opportunity to compete. I also thank my mother and all mothers in Ukraine. My mother is still worried about me, I thank her very much for what she has done for me in my life – admitted Usyk.
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How much did Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury earn?
So how much did boxers earn in Saudi Arabia? According to The Sportster, the total amount to be divided between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is to be as much as USD 190 million, of which the Ukrainian is to receive 60%, i.e. USD 114 million. Wales Online quoted the same amount.
It is worth noting that the media agree that in their first fight the prize pool was approximately PLN 40 million less, but Tyson Fury was supposed to receive more, as much as 70 percent. this sum. Therefore, Usyk not only defended his title as undisputed world champion, but also earned more money.