Tyson Fury, nicknamed “Gypsy King”, has established himself as a heavyweight with a string of impressive victories. However, in his two recent encounters with Oleksandr Usyk, Fury has suffered defeats, raising questions about his ability to dominate the heavyweight division.

Fury’s Movement Strategy
Fury is renowned for his dynamic movement, especially in his fights with Deontay Wilder. He frequently changes his angles and uses clever footwork to dodge and counter, making it difficult for Wilder to land accurate punches. In the rematch with Wilder, Fury threw 150 accurate punches, double Wilder’s 72, with an accuracy rate of up to 39%

Defeat Against Oleksandr Usyk
However, when facing Oleksandr Usyk, Fury encountered an opponent with superior technique and tactics. In the first match in May 2024, Usyk defeated Fury by unanimous decision, becoming the absolute heavyweight champion. In December 2024, in the rematch, Usyk continued to win with the same score of 116-112 from all three judges. Statistics after the rematch showed that although Fury threw 509 punches, more than Usyk’s 423, his accuracy was only 28%, while Usyk reached 42% with 179 punches on target. The defeats to Usyk show that Fury needs to adjust his tactics and improve his accuracy in punching. Despite having the advantage in height and reach, if he does not use it effectively and improve his technique, Fury will have a hard time maintaining his dominance in the heavyweight division.
Tyson Fury has proven his talent and versatility in many fights. However, his recent defeats to Oleksandr Usyk pose a big challenge for him. To continue to dominate the heavyweight division, Fury needs to improve his tactics and technique, as well as learn from his defeats to come back stronger. What do you think about the future of the “Gypsy King”? Share your opinion! 👇🔥