A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted the winner of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk.
The much-anticipated blockbuster fight is tonight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Both Fury and Usyk have dreams of becoming the undisputed world champion and protecting their unbeaten records.
Heavyweight boxing has not had one man hold the WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO belts at the same time since Lennox Lewis in 1999.
And ahead of tonight’s huge clash, a supercomputer has predicted the outcome.
AI analysis from OLBG’s model believes the fight could go either way.
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But it reckons Fury will beat Usyk on points.
Explaining the decision, the supercomputer says: “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.
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“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.
“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.”
Like the supercomputer, many from the world of sport also believe the fight could go either way.
Evander Holyfield, the man Lewis beat to become undisputed in 1999, said: “That should be a great fight. That can go either way. It all depends on if Usyk fights the right fight.”
However Lewis and fellow former champ Mike Tyson went for Fury as the predictions came in.
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Colin Hart on Fury vs Usyk
This Little and Large affair is likely to be messy and more mundane than memorable with lots of clinches and Usyk using mind over matter as his most potent weapon.
Logically there is no way the Gypsy King should lose — that old adage about a good big-un always beating a good little-un was coined for good reason.
If it was the Fury of three years ago when he KO’d Deontay Wilder in the last of their unforgettable trilogy then I believe Usyk — despite his masterful skills and boxing brain — would be facing a painful defeat.
But there was evidence seven months ago when Fury was lucky to get a debateable points win after crude MMA novice Francis Ngannou had floored him, that his powers may be in decline.
The young Fury would never have been caught by Ngannou’s left hook that sent him to the canvas.
It will be no surprise if Fury uses his height and weight advantage to physically wear Usyk out.
But my gut feeling is Usyk is clever enough to keep out the way of Fury’s big punches and earn a close but decisive points victory.
Talking to boxing people and fans this week I have the impression Fury is losing popularity — not helped by his father John’s headbutting antics — and not too many tears will be shed if he should lose.
Read the full Colin Hart column here
Source: Boxing - thesun.co.uk
