A fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, the ‘Gypsy King,’ is one of the most anticipated bouts to take place early next year. With the fight plans in progress, Fury and Usyk are preparing to contend for the prestigious WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO Heavyweight world titles. Nonetheless, a recent development reported by Michael Benson alludes to a potential hurdle that might extend the eagerly awaited match’s timeline.

The much-anticipated clash between the two iconic fighters has been a topic of discussion for a considerable duration. Fans have eagerly anticipated the moment these two fighters would finally step into the ring since the initial announcement. During a recent interview, Frank Warren, who is responsible for promoting Fury, disclosed that the Usyk vs. Fury bout is confirmed for the following year. However, he also provided insights regarding Usyk’s previous fight, which could potentially lead to some complications.

What Did Frank Warren Reveal?

On 26th August, Oleksandr Usyk stopped Daniel Dubois in the 9th round with a short right hand. However, as per Michael Benson from talkSport, Frank Warren said he will appeal the decision so the fight can be declared a no contest. To be exact, he said, “I’d like them to declare it a no contest because Daniel should have those three belts around his waist, but if we can get it to a rematch, then that’s where we’ll get to.”

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Warren’s no-contest claim hinges on Dubois’ body shot to Usyk, deemed a low blow. Usyk’s history of voicing complaints about low blows reinforces Warren’s argument. If the regulatory authority backs Warren’s request, it is likely that Usyk will have to face Dubois again to resolve the issue.

Daniel Dubois on the Low Blow

After the smoke cleared, Dubois came forward for the interview with TNT Sports. With disappointment dripping from his face, he said, “ No, I don’t think it was a low blow; I have been cheated out of a victory tonight. What else can I say?”

Warren backed his statement and asked for replaying the clip for the people to see. He also pointed out, “If it was a low blow, why weren’t any points taken from him.” Some people would say Warren is biased – others would disagree. But at the end of the day, all fans can do is wait for the higher-ups to decide what to do next.

No matter which fighter you lean towards, the result of this appeal could significantly influence the Tyson vs. Usyk match. So, was it a low blow, or Usyk was milking it? Only time will tell! Share your thoughts with us in the comments section!

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