The huge rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury is set to go down this weekend. Fury is going into the bout looking to avenge the first loss of his professional career when the pair met earlier this year, with Usyk’s three heavyweight titles on the line. 

It is a fight that has split sporting opinions on who will come out as the victor on Saturday. That said, let’s take a look at predictions from notable personalities below:

Top personalities predict Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2

Roy Jones Jr, multi-time champion 

“Well it’s a very tough predicament for both of them. You never really can tell how things are going to shape out. But to me, Fury is one of the best guys at coming back and making adjustments.If he goes out there and is methodical and does everything Usyk does, he’ll beat him again.”

Mike Tyson, boxing heavyweight legend

“Usyk is the best heavyweight in the world at the moment. But I’m going for Fury to beat him.

“Why? Because I’m a fan. Because his father gave him my name. I’m not abandoning him now.”

Johnny Fisher, British heavyweight, fighting on the card

“I’m backing Great Britain as always. Tyson Fury has done a lot for me, a small amount for him, but a massive amount for me and my career when I was able to spar him. “Regardless of that, I think the natural attributes he’s got and if he invests to the body a lot more in this fight, because he was really hurting Usyk when he did, he can get a stoppage in rounds six to eight.” 

Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport promoter 

“If Fury wins – and I’m actually leaning towards him, I’ve had a little bit of a [switch] – Fury could fight AJ [Anthony Joshua] for the unified world heavyweight title. 

“The biggest fight ever in the sport. Wembley, Riyadh, wherever.” 

Johnny Nelson, ex WBO Cruiserweight champion 

“I believe Tyson would have beaten Usyk in the first fight, but he didn’t. And so it’s coming in heavier, understanding what’s in front of him. And so therefore, I think his intent, his concentration will be a lot better.”You’ve got the two best technically minded headways fighting each other in the world. Usyk was hurt as well in the first fight, and he showed his gut. He came through, dug it out, and then turned it around and did the same to Tyson.

“I’m leaning towards Usyk, but I might change my mind tomorrow. Because I’ve just seen Usyk and I’m like, he looks relaxed, he looks big, he looks confident, he looks comfortable.”

Lennox Lewis, ex undisputed heavyweight champion 

“Well, I cannot go against Usyk. Oleksandr Usyk has proven himself time and time again, and he’s still undefeated. 

“It really comes down to who boxes the best. Who’s smart in the ring. I didn’t think Tyson Fury was smart in the first fight. I think he played around a little bit too much and allowed Oleksandr Usyk to really pile up the points.  

“Oleksandr Usyk is a difficult opponent. He moves all the time, he’s always throwing punches, he’s in great shape, and that’s hard to beat.”

Amir Khan, Olympic gold medal boxer

“Good fight. I think this time Fury knows what mistakes he made in the first fight. 

“He knows that he can’t stand in front of a strong Usyk, Usyk still has a lot of power, and he’s felt Usyk’s power this time, knowing that Usyk has come up a weight and still holds that power. 

“So, I think Fury is going to be one step ahead. Whenever Fury comes back in a rematch, he is always much better so he could probably stop Usyk toward the later rounds.” 

Conclusion

That said, it is safe to say the opinions are split for the rematch. It will be interesting to see who comes out on top this weekend.

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