The historic fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is nearly upon us after months of waiting
Anticipation is building up ahead of this month's undisputed boxing fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.
The pair will take to the ring on May 18 in Saudi Arabia looking to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999. Originally, the fight was scheduled to take place in February but was forced to be cancelled out Fury suffered a cut to his eye during a sparring session. The Gypsy King comes into the fight as the favourite with Usyk against the odds once again.READ MORE: 'Vintage performance' - Frank Warren makes bold Tyson Fury prediction for Oleksander Usyk fight
However, before they take to the ring in Riyadh, there will be a number of fights taking place on the undercard. The fights before the main event are expected to get underway at 6pm UK time before Fury and Usyk take to the ring around 11pm. Joe Cordina will look to defend his super-featherweight world title against Ireland's Anthony Cacace. Jai Opetaia faces Mairis Briedis, who was beaten by Usyk in 2018, for the IBF cruiserweight title.Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis Isaac Lowe vs Hasibullah AhmadiThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
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