Fury vs Usyk: Historic Heavyweight Clash in Riyadh

Heavyweight Boxing Crowns First Undisputed Champion in 25 Years as Fury, Usyk Clash.

An epic battle billed as the fight of a generation takes place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk vie to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.

The undefeated British star Fury and relentless Ukrainian Usyk have descended on boxing's new cash cow Saudi capital for a historic clash with all four major belts on the line. Superlatives have flowed for a bout where one fighter can etch their name alongside greats like Muhammad Ali by holding all the marbles.

While the hype machine is in overdrive, some pundits predict a cagey affair with the 6ft 9in Fury adopting a defensive approach after his struggles against UFC fighter Francis Ngannou last year. The slimmed-down 262 lb Mancunian has the size advantage over the bulked-up 233.5lb Usyk.

Promoter Frank Warren labeled it "the most important fight of the 21st century" and "something special" that comes around "once in a generation" as the two best heavyweights collide.

Opinions are split on the outcome, with some favoring Fury's reach and movement and others backing Usyk's sublime skills honed during an amateur career that included Olympic gold. However, all agree the tactical chess match will be must-watch entertainment.

The final buildup has seen heated scenes, including a melee at weigh-in when the shirtless Fury shoved Usyk. "I'm coming for his heart...he's getting it tomorrow, spark out!" the Briton raged.

Both fighters have engrossing backstories - Fury's battles with mental health and addiction, Usyk briefly serving in Ukraine's military. With stellar 34-0-1 and 21-0 records respectively, an epic is anticipated to finally crown an undisputed king.