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Fury-Usyk Rematch: Weight and Corner Changes

As the highly anticipated rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk approaches, several key developments have emerged that could significantly impact the outcome of the fight.

Tyson Fury, known as 'The Gypsy King,' has made a notable change in his corner for the upcoming bout. Unlike their previous encounter, Fury's father, John Fury, will not be in his corner. This decision follows criticism of Johnā€™s conduct during the May fight, where his vocal presence and a pre-fight physical altercation were seen as contributing to a chaotic atmosphere[1].

Instead, Fury's corner will consist solely of his head trainer SugarHill Steward, assistant trainer Andy Lee, and a cutman. Steward emphasized that Fury is `100 percent ready` and that their training reflects an intent to bring `pain and knockouts,` aligning with the aggressive philosophy of the Kronk Gym[1].

In terms of physical preparation, Tyson Fury has also made headlines with his significant weight gain. He weighed in at 281 pounds for the rematch, although he was fully clothed, suggesting this might be more about psychological games than actual bulk. This weight is nearly 50 pounds more than Usyk, who weighed in at 226 pounds. Former world champion Amir Khan believes this weight difference could allow Fury to impose himself on Usyk, but he also acknowledges the difficulty in facing the slick Ukrainian[2].

The weigh-in and the subsequent media interactions have added to the intrigue surrounding the fight. Fury's unusual behavior during an open workout, where he refused to throw any punches, has further fueled speculation about his strategy. Despite these uncertainties, Fury remains confident, promising `a lot of pain` and `smash and damage` for Usyk on fight night[1].

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