The head of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, Turki Alalshikh, has shared why he supports Tyson Fury (34-1-1, 24 KOs) in his rematch against WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBO heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (22-0, 14 KOs).
– Many say you want Tyson Fury to win. You want that for the trilogy, don’t you?
– Yes.
– You’ve mentioned that you think Usyk will win?
– Yes.
– If Fury wins, will we definitely get a trilogy?
– I’ll try. I’ll make them an offer immediately.
The rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury is set for December 21 at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In their first fight, Usyk won by split decision, becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 25 years.