In a surprising and audacious declaration, Tyson Fury has claimed that no heavyweight boxer in the past thousand years could defeat him, even after his recent defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. The Gypsy King, known for his confidence and brashness, has asserted that he would have knocked out boxing legends, including a prime Mike Tyson.
Fury, reflecting on his loss to Usyk, did not shy away from making bold statements about his place in boxing history. “No heavyweight in a thousand years has been able to defeat me,” Fury proclaimed. “Never mind Mike Tyson from the ’80s, Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, Lennox Lewis, George Foreman, Ken Norton, Rocky Marciano, Floyd Patterson, Gene Tunney, Jem Mace, John L. Sullivan. I am the greatest warrior.”
Fury emphasized his unique attributes that he believes set him apart from other boxing legends. “I’m too big, I’m too good and I have too many fighting styles. I’m such a flexible person and they can’t even beat me,” he stated. “I am the greatest warrior. Don’t care about the heavyweight, the greatest warrior.”
These statements come in the wake of Fury’s first career loss, where Usyk outpointed him to take the WBC heavyweight world title. Despite the defeat, Fury remains adamant about his unparalleled prowess in the ring.
Fury’s comments have sparked a flurry of reactions from the boxing community and fans alike. Some admire his confidence, while others view his remarks as disrespectful to past legends who have left an indelible mark on the sport.
Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, and other mentioned fighters are widely regarded as some of the greatest boxers in history. Each has contributed significantly to the evolution and popularity of boxing, making Fury’s claim particularly controversial.
In the aftermath of his loss to Usyk, Fury is preparing for a rematch slated to take place in Riyadh this October. His promoter, Frank Warren, has expressed confidence in Fury’s ability to reclaim his title, noting that both fighters now have a better understanding of each other’s strengths and weaknesses.