Table of Contents
- Sparring Footage Sparks Speculation
- Fury's Potential Trilogy with Usyk
- Fury's Comments on Returning
- Usyk's Future Plans
BOXING enthusiasts are convinced they have figured out who Tyson Fury's next opponent will be, following the release of footage from his recent sparring session.
Fury had announced his retirement last January after suffering two losses to Oleksandr Usyk in 2024.
Tyson Fury sparring with Kevin Lerena in Thailand
Fans believe this hints at Fury’s next fight
The two-time heavyweight world champion has been training with a southpaw who holds the WBC bridgerweight title.
Fans speculate that Fury’s sparring with South African southpaw Lerena hints at a possible trilogy bout with Usyk.
One fan remarked: “Fury is sparring with southpaw Lerena again – the same sparring partner he specifically brought in for Usyk 1 & 2. Is this a clue for the trilogy?”
Another asked: “Since Lerena is a lefty, does this mean he has Usyk in his sights?”
One more added: “Choosing Lerena as a sparring partner suggests he’s still focused on Usyk.”
However, another fan commented: “Please, no more fights with Usyk.”
Fury, 37, lost two closely contested decisions to Usyk, 38, and last year stated that he would only return for a trilogy bout in the UK.
He stated: “If I were to come back, it would be for Usyk, but I want a fair outcome in England. That’s the fight I want next.”
“I don’t want any favors; I want a fair fight and a fair result, which I know I didn’t receive. I believed I won that second fight by five rounds.”
“I’ve watched it literally 250 times, and I can’t find any way he won. But, they can do what they want.”
Usyk has previously suggested the possibility of a trilogy but is currently in discussions to face Deontay Wilder, 39.
The Ukrainian, who vacated his WBO belt, has seen Britain's Fabio Wardley inherit the title.
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Fury twice in 2024Credit: Getty
Who is Tyson Fury likely to fight next?
Fans speculate that Tyson Fury's next fight could be against Oleksandr Usyk, especially after his recent sparring sessions with Kevin Lerena, a southpaw boxer.
What did Tyson Fury say about his previous fights with Usyk?
Tyson Fury stated that he believed he won the second fight against Usyk by a significant margin and expressed a desire for a fair fight and result if they were to face each other again.
Is Oleksandr Usyk considering other opponents?
Yes, Oleksandr Usyk is currently in talks to potentially fight Deontay Wilder, indicating that he may not be focused solely on a trilogy with Tyson Fury at this moment.
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