Tyson Fury says Oleksandr Usyk “knows” he’s the one man who can finish the Ukrainian’s reign as undisputed heavyweight champion.
Usyk added the IBF belt again to his WBC, WBA and WBO belts with a devastating fifth-round stoppage of Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday evening.
Fury has suffered two factors defeats to Usyk, that are nonetheless being angrily questioned by the British star, who stays sure that he can topple the unbeaten 38-year-old.
In an expletive-laden submit on Instagram, Fury stated: “Massie shoutout to Oleksandr Usyk. He did a fantastic performance over Daniel Dubois, a good, young, game lad who came for a good tear up.
“Congratulations to each males, however Usyk is aware of there is just one man who can beat him. I’ve completed it twice earlier than and the world is aware of it.”
Fury retired from the game following December’s rematch defeat to Usyk, however boxing kingpin Turki Alalshikh has revealed the 36-year-old had informed him of his intention to combat subsequent yr.
Fury – who has just lately posted footage of himself again within the fitness center with coach SugarHill Steward – recorded his social media submit whereas out operating as a substitute of attending the Usyk and Dubois’ undisputed bout in London.
“I’m not ******* at some boxing match, I’m out on the road running,” Fury added. “I came home. I done my job and I got myself back.
“I am the person. I am the Spartan. It doesn’t matter what anybody needs to say, I gained these fights, assured, 100 per cent.”
Dubois joined Fury and Anthony Joshua in turning into the third British fighter to lose twice to the 6ft 3in southpaw Usyk.
After victory at Wembley, a jovial Usyk hinted at one other showdown with Fury or Joshua throughout his post-fight interview.
“Next? I don’t know. I want to rest. Yeah, Derek [Chisora] here? I don’t know,” Usyk mirrored earlier than his subsequent reply sparked huge cheers.
“Maybe Tyson Fury?
“Three choices, Derek Chisora and Anthony Joshua. Possibly Joseph Parker. Pay attention, I can’t say as a result of I wish to return house.”