The promoter behind Ukrainian star Oleksandr Usyk, Oleksandr Krasyuk, has officially confirmed that a bout with Tyson Fury will not take place. The statement came through vRinge.com in connection with TalkSport, signaling a decisive turn in one of boxing’s most talked about rivalries.
Krasyuk described Fury’s demands as excessive and non-negotiable. He explained that Fury presented an assortment of conditions aimed at tipping the scales in his favor, and that the list would take well beyond a brief explanation to cover. In Krasyuk’s view, Fury’s requirements showed a complete disregard for the stature and accomplishments of the two-division champion and the former undisputed champion, creating an insurmountable barrier to a unified agreement.
With a measure of regret, Krasyuk added that a lucrative showdown between Usyk and Fury will not be realized at this time. The news marks a significant moment after months of talks that began in the autumn of 2022, with both sides exploring ways to stage a super fight on the biggest stages available. Krasyuk noted that the negotiations were repeatedly delayed as talks stalled over financial terms and the distribution of revenues, among other key elements that decisions on fights like this hinge upon.
Oleksandr Usyk last stepped into the ring in August in Saudi Arabia, where he defeated British rival Anthony Joshua. The victory cemented Usyk’s status among boxing’s elite, with him holding the IBF, WBO, IBO, and WBA Super belts. The sweep of titles affirmed Usyk as a leading figure in the sport and a central figure in any discussion about the era’s top heavyweights.
Tyson Fury, on the other hand, continued to hold the WBC heavyweight crown, maintaining a position at the pinnacle of the division. The clash between the two champions had long been billed as a potential unification bout that could redefine the heavyweight landscape and captivate fans around the globe.
Industry voices have weighed in on the possibility of a future meeting. Shelly Finkel, who previously managed Deontay Wilder, suggested that Fury’s camp would be open to a fight against Usyk if the conditions were right. The sentiment echoed a broader industry interest in pitting the unified two-division champion against Fury, though concrete steps toward such a confrontation remain absent for now. The outlook for such a matchup will likely depend on how both sides navigate prize money, broadcast rights, venue selection, and the distribution of pay-per-view proceeds in any prospective deal.
In the meantime, fans and analysts will continue to debate whether the stars might one day collide. The tug of war over terms and the stubborn stance on key financial points have become a recurring feature of heavyweight negotiations, underscoring how big fights are often as much about business as they are about sport. The current stance from Krasyuk leaves Usyk’s supporters hopeful that his next move will come against similarly ambitious opposition, while Fury supporters await a resolution that would finally deliver the anticipated spectacle for boxing’s global audience. The saga continues as both fighters remain in the public eye, keeping the conversation alive among promoters, broadcasters, and fans around North America and beyond.