Tyson Fury reveals his motivation for return to training ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch
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 Tyson Fury has resumed training ahead of his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk as he targets “redemption” for the only defeat of his career. Fury and Usyk will lock horns again on December 21 after the Ukrainian became undisputed world heavyweight champion by winning via split decision in their first meeting on May 18. I know what I have to do, I saw my shortcomings and best believe I am inevitable.” Fury dominated the middle rounds of the first fight and appeared to be headed for victory, but in a dramatic ninth Usyk landed a series of heavy blows and the Briton was saved by the bell having completed a standing eight count. It was enough to swing a compelling night in Usyk’s favour and after finishing strongly, he was crowned the first undisputed world heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 2000.