While Saudi Arabia Eyes a Tyson Fury Showdown, Oleksandr Usyk Signs With the Country’s Biggest Sports Event Company

Jun 05, 2023

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LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 13: Oleksandr Usyk is pictured during the Oleksandr Usykand Derek Chisora Press Conference at the Royal Institute of British Architectson March 13, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

It's not every day that a world-champion boxer switches allegiance. Oleksandr Usyk, the reigning heavyweight champion, has recently inked a deal with Skill Challenge Entertainment (SCE), the largest sports event company in Saudi Arabia – a move as unexpected as a left hook in a title bout.

This stunning development comes amid growing anticipation for a showdown with none other than Tyson Fury, another titan of the boxing world. As SCE rolls out the welcome mat for Usyk, the boxing landscape in Saudi Arabia and beyond prepares for seismic shifts. Will Usyk's affiliation with SCE bring the much-awaited Fury showdown to Saudi shores?

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In a move that has sent ripples through the boxing community, unified world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has taken the step to sign a contract with Skill Challenge Entertainment (SCE), the biggest sports event company in Saudi Arabia. With the world bracing for a Tyson Fury showdown in Saudi, this announcement adds a new layer of intrigue to the future of boxing in the Middle East.

Skill Challenge Entertainment, welcoming Usyk into its fold, captured the essence of this development in their social media post, captioning it as "Welcome to the family of SCE @usykaa #ForTheFighters #ForTheFans."

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Usyk's signing with SCE not only marks a pivotal point in his career but also speaks volumes about the growing stature of Saudi Arabia in the global boxing scene. As Saudi eyes a Tyson Fury showdown, Usyk's association with the country's biggest sports event company reinforces the nation's position on the global boxing map.

In recent developments, Eddie Hearn, the influential British boxing promoter, has shed light on the rumors swirling around the anticipated Fury vs Joshua clash. Addressing the speculation, Hearn revealed, "There was no contract. I mean, formal offer. He just sent an email saying that we’d like to make the fight in September." It seems that the proposal was made informally through email rather than a traditional contract.

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While Joshua's camp remains skeptical about Fury's commitment, Hearn expressed his professional responsibility to treat the situation seriously. This transparency continues to reinforce Hearn's credibility in orchestrating high-stake bouts, keeping the boxing world eagerly awaiting further updates.

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As we wait for more action, we want to hear your thoughts. Who do you think will come out on top in this high-stakes game of boxing chess? Share your predictions in the comments below.

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