TYSON FURY gets his chance of revenge against Deontay Wilder in one of the most-anticipated boxing rematches of all time.
The two heavyweight kings fought to a draw back in December 2018 – but most believed Fury had done enough to be crowned new WBC champ.
Tyson Fury has another date with destiny as he chases the one world title he has never owned previouslyCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
This was despite the Gypsy King being floored twice, including a devastating two-punch flooring in the 12th round that somehow he fought on after.
The bookies can’t separate the two boxers this time around, with a Wilder KO and a Fury points win the most likely results.
Fury has gone into the rematch insisting he will be looking at a KO – saying he has dreamt of it happening in the second round.
SunSport asked former WBA heavyweight world champ and now Betfair Ambassador David Haye the five things Fury MUST do if he is to rip that green belt from his American opponent.
FLOAT LIKE A BUTTERFLY
Despite Fury’s prediction of a KO win, most people expect him to once again use his superior boxing skills to outpoint Wilder.
Although he is coming in at 19st 7lbs, the Gypsy King will surely rely on his dancing feet to keep out of danger.
Haye said: “Fury needs to become a moving target and never stay still.”
JAB HIS HEAD OFF
Wilder is one dimensional in the sense that he knows his best chance of winning a fight is by a brutal knockout.
If the American plants his feet and finds his range it could be curtains for the Brit.
Haye said: “He needs to implement his jab and try and control the distance.”
David Haye believes Fury has five key things he MUST do if he is to beat Deontay WilderCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
TAKE UP ARMS
Wilder will undoubtedly look to land that right hand from the off – and it is one that often puts his opponents to sleep.
But Fury CAN counter this according to Bermondsey’s finest Haye.
The 39-year-old told SunSport: “Arm position is key this fight, Fury needs to keep his left hand out to offset Wilder triggering his right hand.
“Wilder rarely throws his right hand if the opponent’s left hand is held out in front of them because he can’t see the target, which is the chin of Fury.
“He did that well in the first fight.”
FEAR NOTHING
Despite impressing many with his performance in the first fight against Wilder, Fury has changed things up.
He has replaced his friend and coach Ben Davison with US star cornerman Javan ‘Sugarhill’ Steward and decided to come in heavier for the rematch.
The press conferences have shown Fury is ready to confront a man known as boxing’s most devastating finisher.
Haye said: “He must show Wilder no fear. He needs to go in there and show ultimate confidence in your abilities and your team and your gameplan.”
HEART FOR THE FIGHT
No-one can say Fury doesn’t wear his heart on his sleeve.
From opening up on his battles with depression to revealing his deep love for wife Paris in ITV’s new documentary on him, the Lineal champ is not shy in expressing himself.
And he is clearly no different in the boxing ring.
Haye added: “You have to consistently show massive heart as you will get hit and hurt at some stage.
“He proved and checked the heart test in the first fight, getting up, and he may have to do the same thing again.”
For more from Betfair Ambassador David Haye head to www.betfair.com/haye/
Tyson Fury shocked the world by getting back to his feet from a devastating 12th-round knockdown in their first clashCredit: AP:Associated Press
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