TYSON FURY will be out for revenge TONIGHT as he faces Ukrainian heavy-hitter in a blockbuster Riyadh rematch – but his beard could be a problem.
The Gypsy King has been sporting a full beard since he arrived in Saudi which was most noticeable on Friday’s weigh-in where he tipped the scales at a staggering
Tyson Fury has been sporting a bushy beard[/caption]
And there has been a row in Usyk’s camp who insist that it should be trimmed as they believe it could be used as an advantage during the fight.
Usyk’s promoter Alex Krassyuk was most vocal about this and has even pointed to WBC’s regulations to support his argument.
Even claiming that they’ll push things “further” if needs be despite the thrilling heavyweight clash just being HOURS away.
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Should Tyson Fury’s beard be banned after Usyk’s complaint?
According to WBC’s regulations, the length of a boxer’s beard is at the discretion of the commission and the supervisor.
This was explained on Sky Sports by Usyk’s promoter Alex Krassyuk where he said: “Beard rule is grossly violated.
“WBC rules clearly say: ‘A boxer may spouse a trimmed beard and/or moustache as long as, in the discretion of the commission and the supervisor, the facial hair thickness does not: (1) cushion or in any way affect the impact or trajectory of punches; or (2) cause cuts or abrasions to his rival.’
“So, Tyson’s beard has to be trimmed. We will push it further.”
What is the final verdict?
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman disputed Krassyuk’s interpretation and quickly dismissed the promoter’s beard argument.
Sulaiman said: “There’s a regulation and the boxing commission inspected him and there is no issue.
“Mind games. These are the mind games for a big fight.”
What has Oleksandr Usyk said?
Ukrainian mogul Oleksandr Usyk has revealed that he has no concerns about Fury’s lengthy beard.
Speaking to IFL TV, Usyk said: “For me, it does not matter. For me. It does not help Tyson Fury.”
How to watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2
- DAZN PPV, TNT Sports Box Office and Sky Sports Box Office will all be broadcasting Usyk vs Fury once again.
- The cost to purchase the PPV on TNT and DAZN is £24.99, while the event is priced at £24.95 on Sky Sports.
- Usyk vs Fury 2 on TNT Sports Box Office can be watched on discovery+, EE TV, Virgin Media TV and Prime Video.
- You do not need to be a TNT Sports subscriber to buy this event.
