Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to engage in a monumental battle for the undisputed heavyweight championship in Riyadh on May 18. This clash of titans promises to be a spectacle unlike any other, with both fighters vying for supremacy in the ring.
The Build-Up to the Ultimate Showdown
Initially slated to meet earlier in the year, the Fury vs Usyk bout was postponed due to an injury sustained by Fury. However, fans need not wait any longer as the ‘Ring of Fire’ fight night is now scheduled to take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Saturday, May 18.
A Historic Moment in Boxing
The stakes couldn’t be higher as the heavyweight belts will all be up for grabs when Fury and Usyk face off. The victor will etch their name in history as the first undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era, a feat not achieved since the days of Lennox Lewis over two decades ago.
The Undercard: A Night of Champions
Adding to the excitement, the undercard for the ‘Ring of Fire’ event boasts a lineup of electrifying matchups that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
- Opetaia vs Briedis: Australian sensation Jai Opetaia will go head-to-head with three-time cruiserweight world champion Mairis Briedis in a highly anticipated rematch for the IBF world championship and Ring Magazine belt.
- Cordina vs Cacace: Reigning IBF super-featherweight champion Joe Cordina will defend his title against surging contender Anthony Cacace in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
- Kabayel vs Sanchez: German star Agit Kabayel squares off against unbeaten Cuban Frank Sanchez in a WBC Final Eliminator, both eager to secure their shot at the heavyweight title.
- Kovalev vs Safar: Former light heavyweight world champion Sergey Kovalev will test his mettle against undefeated prospect Robin Sirwan Safar in a pivotal matchup at cruiserweight.
- Chamberlain vs Wahab: Explosive lightweight Mark Chamberlain takes on the dangerous Joshua Oluwaseun Wahab in a showdown with high stakes for both fighters.
- Itauma vs Mezencev: Rising heavyweight star Moses Itauma faces off against Ilja Mezencev in what promises to be a thrilling contest between two young prospects.
- Nyika vs Seitz: New Zealand Olympian David Nyika clashes with Michael Seitz in a battle of skill and determination in the cruiserweight division.
- Lowe vs Ahmadi: English featherweight Isaac Lowe locks horns with Hasibullah Ahmadi in a matchup that is sure to deliver fireworks.
Get Your Tickets Now
Tickets for the ‘Ring of Fire’ fight night are now available for purchase on the WeBook platform, with prices starting from SAR100. Don’t miss your chance to witness history in the making at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on May 18 at 9pm.
