Oleksandr Usyk Reviews Tyson Fury’s Return And Backs Anthony Joshua In Potential Showdown

Oleksandr Usyk has given his opinion on Tyson Fury’s recent fight with Arslanbek Makhmudov. In the last week, Fury made his first appearance at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, marking his first appearance since back-to-back defeats to Usyk in 2024.

Fury dominated much of the match and won by a comfortable margin of unanimous decision. Nonetheless, other observers believed that the former heavyweight champion was a bit rusty in the ring after 16 months of inactivity.

Oleksandr, a close observer of the fight, said that the outcome of Fury was a good comeback. He said Fury effectively controlled the fight, but also pointed out moments when greater defensive awareness was needed in exchanges with Makhmudov.

Usyk elaborated that at one point in the battle, he thought that Fury had to remain on his guard even more after taking a clean blow. Nevertheless, he complimented Fury for coming back successfully and winning the game.

Ambivalent Responses to the Knockout Absence

Despite a decisive victory on the scorecards, some fans were unsatisfied that Fury failed to get a stoppage against Arsalanbek Makhmudov. Usyk admitted that fans were expecting a knockout. He acknowledged that he too wanted Fury to halt his opponent too, but stressed that an unambiguous win is important, no matter whether it finishes within the distance.

To him, the outcome was still a successful night on the part of Fury. The spotlight has already shifted to a potential long-awaited fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. With two matches against the heavyweights and wins in each, Usyk has unique insight into how such a fight might go.

Oleksandr thinks Joshua will beat Fury if they had a boxing match. He is really impressed with how Joshua’s doing right now and thinks he is at a great point in his career. He believes that Joshua’s hard work, athletic ability, and recent improvements make him a strong opponent for Fury.

Why Usyk thinks Joshua Will Win

Usyk has a lot of respect for Joshua’s work ethic. Says he is one of the hardest-working athletes he has ever seen. He thinks Joshua’s dedication, physical preparation, and professional attitude are the reasons he will beat Fury.

Usyk does not just think about who can punch the hardest; he thinks Joshua’s strategy and consistency will be important in a fight. He also thinks Joshua can win by getting points or by being smarter and more controlled during the fight.

Recently, Usyk and Joshua have become friends and even started training together. This friendship seems to be the reason why he is supporting Joshua. Usyk has encouraged fans to continue backing, emphasizing that support should remain strong through both victories and setbacks.

What A Fight Between Fury And Joshua Would Mean

A fight between Fury and Joshua would be a big deal in the boxing world. Both men have lost recently and really want to win, so many people are interested in seeing them fight. Usyk’s opinion is important because he has fought both men. He thinks Fury did a job coming back, but he still thinks Joshua would win if they fought. If the fight happens, we will see if Usyk’s prediction proves accurate

Fury vs. Joshua would also carry huge weight because both men are trying to reclaim their place at the top of the heavyweight division. A win puts one of them right back into the title picture, while another loss could push the other further from the spotlight.

That kind of pressure is exactly why fans see this matchup as more than just another big‑name fight.When a unified champion who’s beaten both men gives a prediction, people listen. His take adds another layer of intrigue, and if the fight gets made, every round will feel like a referendum on whether he read them right.

What’s Next

A Fury–Joshua showdown would carry more weight than just bragging rights. It would be a chance for both men to reset their careers, settle years of debate, and prove they still belong at the top of the heavyweight picture. Fans want clarity, and this matchup is the only one that can deliver it.

Whether Usyk’s prediction holds up is part of the intrigue. He’s the one fighter who’s felt both men’s power, timing, and pressure up close, so his opinion naturally shapes expectations. But once the bell rings, none of that matters. Fury and Joshua would have to answer the questions themselves, and the result would reshape the division overnight.

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