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Usyk vs Fury: Full Media Event Schedule for December 21 Mega-Fight in Saudi Arabia
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The organizers of the highly anticipated bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, have finalized the schedule for media events leading up to the fight between Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk and Britain's Tyson Fury, according to DAZN.
The Usyk-Fury fight is set to take place on December 21 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. Oleksandr Usyk, the reigning WBA, WBC, and WBO heavyweight champion, will face former multi-version champion Tyson Fury.
Schedule of media events before Usyk vs Fury 2 (GMT+2):
Tuesday, December 17, 19:00 - official meeting ceremony between Usyk and Fury in Saudi Arabia
Wednesday, December 18, 18:00 - open training sessions of Usyk and Fury
Thursday, December 19, 17:00 - start of the last press conference of the boxers before the rematch
Friday, December 20, 19:00 - official weigh-in ceremony, and a battle of wills
Saturday, December 21, no earlier than 24:00 - start of the Usyk vs. Fury fight
![Who is Oleksandr Usyk, the Cossack from Crimea Who Became One of the Greatest Boxers in the World?]()
Oleksandr Usyk, a renowned professional boxer from Simferopol, Ukraine, rose to fame for his dominance in the cruiserweight division, where he became the undisputed world champion. He later moved up to the heavyweight division, achieving further success by securing a world title.
Beyond his achievements in the ring, Usyk is recognized for his philanthropic efforts. He established the Oleksandr Usyk Foundation, which supports Ukraine's military and assists those affected by the war.
On July 26, Ambassador of Ukraine to Great Britain Valerii Zaluzhnyi met with Usyk in London, where 50 vehicles for civilian and military needs were handed over to Ukraine.
