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      Usyk’s manager claims ‘coward’ Tyson Fury ‘asked his b**** to hit him with a frying pan’ to get out of fight

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      OLEKSANDR USYK’S manager claims “f***ing coward” Tyson Fury cooked up an incredible plot to dodge their super-fight.Egis Klimas ranted that the Brit, who has suffered a horror eye cut in training, “asked his b**** to hit him with a frying pan in his brow”.
      Oleksandr Usyk’s manager Egis Klimas aimed an astonishing blast at FuryCredit: PA
      Tyson Fury says he is ‘absolutely devastated’ as he suffered a cut in training that means his Usyk fight on February 17 is offCredit: X @Queensbury
      Usyk might have to wait a long time to fight the Gypsy King, with some pundits even doubting the contest will take place at allCredit: PA
      Klimas then doubled down on the bizarre notion – as the Gypsy King pulled out of the £100million “Fight of the Century” in Saudi Arabia on February 17.
      The American businessman, who is originally from Lithuania, told The Ring magazine: “Fury is a f***ng coward who will do anything not to face Usyk.
      “And he asked his bitch to hit him with a frying pan in his brow. You can quote me word for word for that.”
      Usyk’s team could yet offer the February date to another heavyweight, with the IBF’s number one contender Filip Hrgovic already being mooted.
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      But Fury, 35, says he is “absolutely devastated” that injury has forced him to withdraw from the four-title super-fight.
      He also apologised to “Team Usyk” as well as fans and undercard fighters on the big night.
      And he has insisted he still hoped to take on the 37-year-old later in the year.
      However, it’s understood Usyk’s camp believe Fury could be out for “several months”.
      Most read in BoxingTyson Fury’s statement in fullTYSON Fury has apologised to boxing fans after suffering a horrific cut to his eye in training.

      Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      He also posted on instagram, with the caption: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking”

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      The Gypsy King shared this snap to show he is otherwise in top shapeCredit: Instagram @tysonfury
      The Gypsy King has posted a topless selfie on Instagram to show he had got into “fantastic shape”.
      But Queensberry Promotions stressed his “freak cut” needed “urgent medical attention and significant stitching”.
      It’s claimed Fury suffered his cut eye in this moment of sparring
      ‼️ Footage has now emerged appearing to show the moment Tyson Fury was cut by an ELBOW in sparring, causing the Oleksandr Usyk fight to be postponed… pic.twitter.com/dDy3e0Cv4o— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) February 2, 2024 More

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      Oleksandr Usyk in ‘elite’ reaction as fans say ‘if only Tyson Fury had done this’ after Gypsy King pulls out of fight

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      BOXING fans have praised Oleksandr Usyk for his reaction to Tyson Fury’s fight postponement.The two heavyweights were set to face each other in a blockbuster Saudi showdown this month.
      Oleksandr Usyk has continued training despite the cancellation of his fight with Tyson FuryCredit: instargram @alex.krassyuk
      Fury pulled out of the bout after suffering a cut to the faceCredit: X @Queensbury
      However, Fury withdrew from the bout on Friday after suffering a cut to the face during a sparring session. 
      A statement from Queensbury Promotions read: “WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his fight with unified Champion Oleksandr Usyk after sustaining a freak cut during a sparring session in Riyadh.
      “The cut, which opened above Fury’s right eye, required urgent medical attention and significant stitching, which will obviously require a period of recovery, scuppering any possibility of the fight with Usyk taking place on 17th February in Saudi Arabia.”
      Despite the cancellation, Usyk has continued to train.
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      The Ukrainian was pictured in the ring with a sparring partner on Friday evening.
      Fans took to social media to praise Usyk for his “elite” mentality.
      One person tweeted: “This is what you call a elite athlete with elite mentality @usykaa.”
      Another added: “Usyk definitely coming into this fight with all the confidence in the world Fury is having a downfall…”
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      A third wrote: “Usyk is the best heavyweight on the planet. That can’t be argued.”
      While a fourth commented: “A real true champ and a real fighting man.”
      Despite fans’ fears, Fury did appear to be wearing protective head gear during sparring.However, it did not prevent his eye from being cut in a video appearing to show the moment he was ruled out of the Usyk bout.
      Taking to Instagram after the news broke, Fury wrote: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      A fight between Usyk and Filip Hrgovic is now reportedly being explored for February 17.
      The Ukrainian’s representatives have been told that it may be “several months” until Fury is ready to compete. More

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      New footage appears to show moment Tyson Fury was cut by an ELBOW causing Oleksandr Usyk fight to be scrapped

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      FOOTAGE has emerged suggesting an ELBOW put paid to Tyson Fury’s £100million fight with Oleksandr Usyk.A clip shows Fury grappling in sparring – then walking away shaking his head and touching his headguard in front of his now-injured eye.
      Tyson Fury seemed to be caught by an arm during sparringCredit: Twitter
      The Gypsy King appeared to realise there was a problem
      The Gypsy King has apologised for pulling out of the four-title heavyweight clash in Saudi Arabia on February 17.
      And his opponent Usyk’s team say they have been told the Brit’s cut eye could keep him out for “several months”.
      The video of Fury apparently getting hurt while sparring on Friday has not yet been confirmed as the cause of his injury.
      But the new clip appears to reveal the Mancunian, 35, was left with some sort of problem following the up-close exchange in training.
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      talkSPORT’s Michael Benson reports that Croatian fighter Agron Smakici was the man he was sparring at the time.
      Frustrated Fury told fans he had been in “fantastic shape” and still hopes the fight with his fellow unbeaten fighter takes place later in the year.
      And in a statement he said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
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      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      Tyson Fury’s statement in fullTYSON Fury has apologised to boxing fans after suffering a horrific cut to his eye in training.
      Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      He also posted on instagram, with the caption: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking”

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      Fury also shared a topless selfie on Instagram – revealing his conditioned body.
      He added the words: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking.”
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      Tyson Fury looks fitter than ever as Gypsy King shows off stunning body transformation despite cancelling Usyk fight

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      TYSON FURY shared his phenomenal body transformation immediately after his blockbuster showdown with Oleksandr Usyk was POSTPONED.The £100million Fight of the Century was cancelled after the Gypsy King suffered a nasty cut in sparring.
      Tyson Fury let his fans know that he was ready for UsykCredit: Instagram @tysonfury
      Fury was set to fight the Usyk in two weeks time
      Fury has been shedding the pounds ahead of, arguably, the most important bout of his life.
      The WBC champion was due to battle WBO, WBA and IBF titlist Usyk in Saudi Arabia in the ‘Ring of Fire’ fight in two weeks time.
      Queensberry Promotions revealed that the “freak cut” opened up above Fury’s right eye and required “urgent medical attention and significant stitching”.
      talkSPORT’s Michael Benson reports that Fury sustained the gash during a sparring session with Croatian southpaw Agron Smakici in Riyadh.
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      But despite worrying fans, Fury proved that he is in better shape than ever.
      The Gypsy King boiled himself down to his optimum fighting condition – eventually looking absolutely ripped.
      And now the British star has come out with yet more fighting talk to silence his critics.
      Moments after calling off the bout, Fury showed off his sensational figure – in a picture that was taken before the injury occurred – to his 6.8m Instagram followers.
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      Tyson Fury’s statement in fullTYSON Fury has apologised to boxing fans after suffering a horrific cut to his eye in training.
      Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      He also posted on instagram, with the caption: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking”

      He captioned it: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring, but what I can say is Usyk was in trouble. I will reschedule as soon as I can.”
      This follows rumours that Fury had been getting turned over in his training camp.
      One social media user wrote: “It’s boxing. It happens. Get the date back on.”
      A second said: “We are growing tired of your excuses.”
      A fight between Usyk and Filip Hrgovic is now reportedly being explored for February 17.
      Fury and Usyk signed contracts at the end of September to set up an undisputed heavyweight championship fight, the first since 1997.
      The showdown was initially planned for December 23, but Fury’s unconvincing split decision win over MMA star Francis Ngannou, left him needing more time to recover.
      What does this mean for boxing?The saddest thing is this didn’t really come as a surprise to the British boxing media
      Rumours of Fury struggling in sparring with cruiserweight King Jai Opetaia and teenage sensation Moses Itauma were rife.
      It seemed unlikely that the Gypsy King would risk upsetting Turki Alalshikh and the Saudi paymaster. 
      But now the disaster has officially hit.
      As recently as Friday afternoon, SunSport was being invited to Usyk’s secret European camp for a media day on February 6.
      And there was the release of the mega-money promo that merged about eight Hollywood films and cost silly million pounds.
      If it’s only a cut, there is the outside chance Fury can be back in a few weeks.
      But we saw against Otto Wallin that he’s vulnerable to a bleed that needed months to recover.
      When Fury was dropped and useless against Francis Ngannou in October – delaying the original undisputed decider – the money men behind the scenes created an incredible replacement with AJ vs Wallin.
      And they could do something absolutely crazy to compensate now. More

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      Tyson Fury statement in full as ‘absolutely devastated’ Gypsy King releases apology after withdrawing from Usyk fight

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      TYSON FURY apologised for calling off his Oleksandr Usyk mega-fight.The Gypsy King is “absolutely devastated” he can’t face the Ukrainian heavyweight on February 17 after suffering a horror cut in training.
      This is the injury that has ‘scuppered’ Tyson Fury’s big February dateCredit: X @Queensbury
      The Gypsy King shared this pic to show he had been in ‘fantastic shape’Credit: Instagram
      Queensbury Promotions revealed Fury’s injury on Friday “required urgent medical attention and significant stitching”.
      And the unbeaten Brit released a statement himself saying he was especially gutted to miss out on the £100million four-title bout in Saudi Arabia as he was otherwise in brilliant physical shape.
      Fury, 35, said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “| feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
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      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      Fury’s nasty injury came less than three weeks before the so-called Fight of the Century.
      And he went on social media to insist he Is still keen for the showdown to go ahead at some stage later this year.
      The Mancunian posted: “Can’t help getting injured in sparringbut what i can say was Usyk was in trouble i am in fantastic shape. i will reschedule soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK.”
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      Queensbury Promotions said: “WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his fight with unified Champion Oleksandr Usyk after sustaining a freak cut during a sparring session in Riyadh.
      “The cut, which opened above Fury’s right eye, required urgent medical attention and significant stitching, which will obviously require a period of recovery, scuppering any possibility of the fight with Usyk taking place on 17th February in Saudi Arabia.”
      TYSON FURY’S STATEMENT IN FULLHere’s how the Gypsy King reacted to pulling out:
       “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      | feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” More

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      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk off LIVE: Fight postponed latest after Fury CUT on eye today, new date updates

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      TYSON FURY’S big fight against Oleksandr Usyk has sensationally been called off.Fury suffered a cut on his eye sparring earlier today, and will not be fighting on February 17.
      A new date in the summer is in the works as we bring you all of the developments to the news.
      Fury could retire?
      Ade Oladipo has suggested that Tyson Fury could end up retiring following his injury in sparring.
      The Gypsy King has pulled out of the heavyweight fight against Oleksandr Usyk after getting cut in training.
      Oladipo told talkSPORT: “It wouldn’t shock me if Fury comes out and says, ‘I’ve had enough’!”

      Copy linkCopiedWarren confirms rescheduling
      Tyson Fury’s promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that the fight against Oleksandr Usyk will be rescheduled, and new data will be announced.
      He told talkSPORT: “The biggest blow is to Tyson, he had been training very hard for this fight.
      “Unfortunately, he sustained a terrible cut today.
      “So it is off, and I am sure a new date will be announced.”
      “It was this morning, and his eye was caught by an elbow.
      “I feel for Tyson and I feel for Usyk as he has also been training for the fight.”
      Credit: Reuters
      Copy linkCopiedWhen could the fight happen?
      Fury’s bout against Usyk was set for February 17, however it has been postponed following the Gypsy King’s injury.
      The Daily Star have claimed that the clash could be rearranged for as soon as June.
      Copy linkCopiedBridges reacts
      Ebanie Bridges has reacted to the news that Tyson Fury’s clash with Oleksandr Usyk is off.
      She wrote: “Wow, Fury Usyk is off…. I mean.. are we surprised tho?
      “Not very. I feel sorry for the undercard if the whole fight card is cancelled too.”
      Credit: x
      Copy linkCopiedLewis on Fury injury
      Boxing legend Lennox Lewis has shared his thoughts on Tyson Fury’s injury and claimed that he could need three months to heal.
      He wrote: “Tough break for @Tyson_Fury.
      “This cut is in same area as one he got in the Wallin fight.
      “He’s probably gonna need about six stitches and three months to heal. 🙏🏾😑 The saga continues…”
      Copy linkCopiedUysk response
      Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter Alexander Krassyuk has shared what the Ukrainian is up to following Tyson Fury’s injury in sparring.
      The boxer is also in sparring but has not suffered a dangerous cut…
      Krassyuk wrote: “Usyk right now”,
      Credit: INSTAGRAM
      Copy linkCopiedFury ‘stuck by ELBOW’
      Footage has emerged suggesting an ELBOW put paid to Tyson Fury’s £100million fight with Oleksandr Usyk.
      A clip shows Fury grappling in sparring – then walking away shaking his head and touching his headguard in front of his now-injured eye.
      The Gypsy King has apologised for pulling out of the four-title heavyweight clash in Saudi Arabia on February 17.
      And his opponent Usyk’s team say they have been told the unbeaten Brit’s cut eye could keep him out for “several months”.
      The video of Fury apparently getting hurt while sparring on Friday has not yet been confirmed as the cause of his injury.
      ‼️ Footage has now emerged appearing to show the moment Tyson Fury was cut by an ELBOW in sparring, causing the Oleksandr Usyk fight to be postponed… pic.twitter.com/dDy3e0Cv4o— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) February 2, 2024

      Copy linkCopiedUsyk’s promoter responds to Fury
      Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter Alex Krassyuk has responded to Tyson Fury on Instagram.
      Krassyuk told Tyson to think of retirement, brother…

      Copy linkCopiedFury out for several months
      Tyson Fury could be out for months after suffering a cut during a sparring session.
      A fight between Usyk and Filip Hrgovic is now reportedly being explored for February 17.
      The Ukrainian’s representatives have been told that it may be “several months” until Fury is ready to compete.
      Copy linkCopiedSummer showdown mooted
      A June date is expected to be announced as the rescheduled date for the fight.
      Fury has said that the fight will be rescheduled and Usyk’s team have said they expect Fury to be out for “several months”.
      Usyk is instead now set to face Filip Hrgovic and still fight on February 17.
      Credit: X @Queensbury
      Copy linkCopiedFury looking lean on Instagram
      Tyson Fury has broken his silence again, this time on Instagram and he looks the leanest he has in years.
      Fury wrote alongside the pic: “Cant help getting injured in sparringbut what i can say was Usyk was in trouble i am in fantastic shape. i will resheduel soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking”

      Copy linkCopiedFrancis Ngannou makes title pitch
      Francis Ngannou is fighting Anthony Joshua on March 8, three weeks after Fury vs Usyk was meant to be.
      And the former UFC star has made his own cheeky pitch for their fight to now be for the titles…

      Copy linkCopiedQueensbury Boxing statement
      A statement from Queensbury Promotions on Twitter read: “WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his fight with unified Champion Oleksandr Usyk after sustaining a freak cut during a sparring session in Riyadh.
      “The cut, which opened above Fury’s right eye, required urgent medical attention and significant stitching, which will obviously require a period of recovery, scuppering any possibility of the fight with Usyk taking place on 17th February in Saudi Arabia.”
      Copy linkCopiedTyson Fury breaks silence
      Tyson Fury has broken his silence after the big fight cancellation, and showed off the gruesome cut from today.
      Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.”

      Copy linkCopiedUsyk to still fight on Feb 17
      Reports suggest Oleksandr Usyk will STILL fight on February 17 with Filip Hrgovic in the running.
      Usyk’s team think Fury will be out for “several months”.

      Copy linkCopiedBreaking – Fury vs Usyk is OFF
      Tyson Fury’s heavyweight showdown with Oleksandr Usyk has been postponed.
      The blockbuster bout will not longer take place on February 17 – because Fury suffered a cut in training.
      The 35-year-old picked up the injury while sparring on Friday.
      Fury was set to face Usyk in a landmark fight, with four heavyweight titles on the line.
      For the first time ever three major UK channels were set to battle for the viewing figures.
      DAZN, Sky Sports and TNT Sports all purchased rights to the event, with a stellar line-up of hosts and pundits booked.
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      Tyson Fury could be ‘out for several months’ after picking up nasty sparring cut as Gypsy King withdraws from Usyk fight

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      TYSON FURY could be out for months after suffering a cut during a sparring session.The Gypsy King was forced to withdraw from this month’s heavyweight showdown with Oleksandr Usyk due to the injury.
      Tyson Fury could be out for months due to a cut suffered in sparringCredit: X @Queensbury
      Fury was set to face Oleksandr Usyk on February 17Credit: EPA
      Fury took to Instagram to share a picture of his body transformation
      A statement from Queensbury Promotions on Twitter read: “WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his fight with unified Champion Oleksandr Usyk after sustaining a freak cut during a sparring session in Riyadh.
      “The cut, which opened above Fury’s right eye, required urgent medical attention and significant stitching, which will obviously require a period of recovery, scuppering any possibility of the fight with Usyk taking place on 17th February in Saudi Arabia.”
      A fight between Usyk and Filip Hrgovic is now reportedly being explored for February 17.
      The Ukrainian’s representatives have been told that it may be “several months” until Fury is ready to compete.
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      Discussing his injury, Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      He also posted on instagram, with the caption: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
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      Tyson Fury’s statement in fullTYSON Fury has apologised to boxing fans after suffering a horrific cut to his eye in training.
      Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      He also posted on instagram, with the caption: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking.”

      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as I can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking.”
      Fury was set to face Usyk in a Saudi showdown, with four heavyweight titles on the line.
      For the first time ever three major UK channels were set to battle for the viewing figures.
      DAZN, Sky Sports and TNT Sports all purchased rights to the event, which was due to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. More

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      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk OFF with full card to be rescheduled after Gypsy King’s shock sparring injury

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      TYSON FURY’S heavyweight showdown with Oleksandr Usyk has been postponed after the Gypsy King suffered a cut in training.The £100million Fight of the Century will no longer take place on February 17, with Fury releasing an apology to fans desperate to see the long-awaited unification bout.
      Fury suffered the cut above his right eyeCredit: X @Queensbury
      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk is OFFCredit: EPA
      Fury suffered a cut while sparringCredit: Getty
      The 35-year-old picked up the injury while sparring on Friday.
      The news leaves Fury’s future in the balance as:

      Discussing his injury, Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
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      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      A statement from Queensbury Promotions, who promote Fury, on Twitter added: “WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury has been forced to postpone his fight with unified Champion Oleksandr Usyk after sustaining a freak cut during a sparring session in Riyadh.
      “The cut, which opened above Fury’s right eye, required urgent medical attention and significant stitching, which will obviously require a period of recovery, scuppering any possibility of the fight with Usyk taking place on 17th February in Saudi Arabia.”
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      Fury was set to face Usyk in a Saudi showdown, with four heavyweight titles on the line.
      For the first time ever three major UK channels were set to battle for the viewing figures.
      DAZN, Sky Sports and TNT Sports all purchased rights to the event, with a stellar line-up of hosts and pundits booked.
      A fight between Usyk, 37, and Filip Hrgovic is now reportedly being explored for the date.
      Tyson Fury’s statement in fullTYSON Fury has apologised to boxing fans after suffering a horrific cut to his eye in training.
      Fury said: “I am absolutely devastated after preparing for this fight for so long and being in such superb condition.
      “I feel bad for everyone involved in this huge event and I will work diligently towards the rescheduled date once the eye has healed.
      “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
      He also posted on instagram, with the caption: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble.
      “I am in fantastic shape. I will resheduel (sic) soon as i can. 2024 a massive year for team GK #undisputed #wbcking”

      The Ukrainian’s representatives have been told that it may be “several months” until Fury is ready to compete.
      Usyk has allegedly been “mullering” sparring partners in the build-up to the scheduled fight date, forcing them to quit.
      Despite the noise surrounding the blockbuster bout, the 37-year-old has kept a level head.
      He recently told Ring Magazine: “I really don’t think about Tyson Fury. I don’t look at the way he acts and what he does.
      “Most of his opponents fell for it. I don’t. For me, I focus on how I am, and how I prepare for when I go into the ring.”
      What does this mean for boxing?The saddest thing is this didn’t really come as a surprise to the British boxing media, writes SunSport’s boxing correspondent Wally Downes.
      Rumours of Fury struggling in sparring with cruiserweight King Jai Opetaia and teenage sensation Moses Itauma were rife.
      It seemed unlikely that the Gypsy King would risk upsetting Turki Alalshikh and the Saudi paymaster. 
      But now the disaster has officially hit.
      As recently as Friday afternoon, SunSport was being invited to Usyk’s secret European camp for a media day on February 6.
      And there was the release of the mega-money promo that merged about eight Hollywood films and cost silly million pounds.
      If it’s only a cut, there is the outside chance Fury can be back in a few weeks.
      But we saw against Otto Wallin that he’s vulnerable to a bleed that needed months to recover.
      When Fury was dropped and useless against Francis Ngannou in October – delaying the original undisputed decider – the money men behind the scenes created an incredible replacement with AJ vs Wallin.
      And they could do something absolutely crazy to compensate now.

      The clash was to be the  first undisputed heavyweight title fight in over 25 years.
      Rivals Fury and Usyk were initially set to go in a Riyadh Rumble on December 23.
      But Team Fury pulled the plug on the fight after his lacklustre display in Fury’s split-decision victory against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou last October.
      The champ’s sluggish performance prompted them to move the date back to February 17.
      Now their promoters need to find a third date for the long-awaited showdown between the two undefeated heavyweights.
      Saudi adviser Turki Alalshikh has announced that Riyadh will not replace Fury vs Usyk with a new main event and fans who have brought tickets will be refunded.
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      An alternative would have been to find Usyk a new opponent, with Croatian Filip Hrgovic offering to step in, or bringing Anthony Joshua’s March 8 fight with Francis Ngannou forward by three weeks.
      However, both those options are now off the table.

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