The New York Times – Sports:
Tommy Fury and Jake Paul have been trading verbal jabs for months. After being postponed twice, their fight on Sunday is being staged in Saudi Arabia, and ESPN is streaming it.
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Usyk’s Heavyweight Win Sets Up Fury Showdown or More Boxing Messiness
The New York Times – Sports:
Oleksandr Usyk beat Anthony Joshua and dedicated his fight to Ukraine, his home country at war with Russia. He wants to fight Tyson Fury, who looms as a retired champion with unclear plans.
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A heavyweight rematch is a chance for a surprise champion to get the world to focus on Ukraine.
The New York Times – Sports:
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Usyk and Joshua to Resettle Heavyweight Picture with Saudi Arabia as Backdrop
The New York Times – Sports:
Oleksandr Usyk surprised the boxing world when he upset Anthony Joshua in their first bout. Then, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and maneuvering within boxing led to a rematch in Saudi Arabia.
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Heavyweight Boxers, Usyk and Joshua, Rematch in Saudi Arabia
The New York Times – Sports:
Oleksandr Usyk surprised the boxing world when he upset Anthony Joshua in their first bout. Then, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and maneuvering within boxing led to a rematch in Saudi Arabia.
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Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury Faces Dillian Whyte in London
The New York Times – Sports:
Even before Saturday’s fight at Wembley Stadium in London, the undefeated heavyweight champion was pestered with disruptions.