Eddie Hearn highlights how Tyson Fury's 3-month marriage 'sacrifice' could affect Oleksandr Usyk fight


Tyson Fury is aiming for an unprecedented level of attention in his December 21 rematch with Oleksandr Usyk. The pair previously faced off in an undisputed heavyweight title bout on May 18. Fury was defeated for the first time in his career after losing a narrow split decision.

Before the rematch, the “Gypsy King” told the Ukrainian that he had not spoken to his wife for three months as part of his preparation plan. Fury's admission caught fans off guard, and they speculated that his decision to isolate himself from his family could backfire.

However, leading boxing promoter Eddie Hearn believes it can have the desired effect. The chairman of Matchroom Boxing recently announced that Usyk vs. Ahead of Fury 2, he gave an interview to iFL TV where he discussed British comments about the wonder. not related to his wife.

Hearn said:

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“Everybody's different, and when you go through that loss, maybe he's leaving no stone unturned. He's just saying, 'I'm going to put everything into this training camp.' if you know you're making sacrifices, do i think it gives you more power in battle?

Watch Eddie Hearn's comments on Tyson Fury below (4:55):

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Tyson Fury has something on his mind ahead of his Oleksandr Usykin rematch

Tyson Fury recently took part in open training ahead of his expected rematch against Oleksandr Usyk on December 21st. With the former WBC champion shared an ice-cold preview continued the same during an interview at an open training session on what fans can expect from his upcoming fight.

Fury didn't directly answer any of the interviewer's questions, but instead shared his intentions for fight night:

“So much pain… Crushing and hurting… So much hurt… Damage, serious hurt… So much damage.”

Watch Tyson Fury's comments below (2:26):

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The “Gypsy King” looks as focused and determined as he is in the upcoming clash.

With the Briton suffering his first career loss against The Cat in May, he looks ready to return the favor to unbeaten Usyk.