Video emerges of moment Tyson Fury suffered cut that led Oleksandr Usyk fight to be postponed
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Footage has emerged of what appears to be the moment that Tyson Fury suffered a cut in sparring that led to the postponement of his heavyweight title clash with Oleksandr Usyk. Fury and Usyk were due to square off in Saudi Arabia on 17 February, with the winner set to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion for 24 years. “I can only apologise to everyone affected including my own team, Team Usyk, the undercard fighters, partners, and fans, as well as our hosts and my friends in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” On Instagram, Fury added: “Can’t help getting injured in sparring, but what I can say was Usyk was in trouble. 2024 a massive year for team GK.” open image in gallery Tyson Fury has had to postpone his fight with Oleksandr Usyk Fury last fought in October, controversially beating ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou on points in Riyadh.