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Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk: Gypsy King returns from retirement for trilogy

In a barrage of messages, Tyson Fury boasts with 2PAC song ahead of a rematch against Oleksandr Usyk.
Britain’s Tyson Fury, right, takes a blow from Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk || X
The retirement of Tyson Fury did not last long, as the Gypsy King returns to face Oleksandr Usyk in a trilogy.
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Tyson Fury, the self-proclaimed "Gypsy King," has officially announced his return to the ring,

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The latest development in the boxing heavyweight division is the dramatic trilogy fight against Oleksandr Usyk.

According to Fury, the fight is Scheduled for April 18, 2026, at London's iconic Wembley Stadium.

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Oleksandr Usyk (L) lands a big right hand on Tyson Fury in May 2024 (Credit: Instagram)

Usyk vs Fury set for trilogy

Fury and Usyk have fought twice, with the Ukrainian winning both encounters.

First on May 18, 2024, Usyk won by split decision to become the undisputed heavyweight champion.

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia. || X
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Then again on December 21, 2024, Usyk won by unanimous decision in their rematch.

Fury retired after their second fight, citing health and family priorities for stepping away.

Despite becoming the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion, Oleksandr Usyk suffers a broken jaw against Tyson Fury.

This bout marks a significant chapter in the ongoing saga between the two heavyweights.

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Fury's comeback comes after a brief retirement announced in January 2025, following his second consecutive loss to Usyk.

The rivalry has already produced two epic encounters, with Usyk's technical mastery and relentless pressure outlasting Fury's size.

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