28 Jul

Hearn Chastises Fury for Evading Fights with Usyk and Joshua

Over the last 18 months, WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has been presented with several attractive opportunities for high-profile fights against Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua. However, Fury opted for a different path, facing off against Derek Chisora and setting up a match with former UFC champion Francis Ngannou.

In a recent interview with Piers Morgan, Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, didn't mince his words while expressing his disappointment with Fury's decision. Hearn also alleged that Fury's Instagram posts often paint a misleading picture of his intentions, quoted by Girne Daily Mail.Эдди Хирн: Мы хотим сделать из Энтони Джошуа тройного чемпиона — Бокс/ММА —  LiveSport.Ru

Hearn stressed that fans are eager to witness the most significant fights, especially those involving Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua. He expressed his view that Fury's decision to turn down a world heavyweight title fight against Usyk in favor of a bout with MMA fighter Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia was not only a high-risk move, but also possibly fueled by financial motivations.

Nonetheless, Hearn acknowledged Tyson Fury's immense talent and his substantial contribution to boxing. But, he pointed out that to forge a lasting legacy and earn his place among the legendary heavyweights, Fury must secure a victory against Oleksandr Usyk.

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