Saudi Official Confirms Usyk vs. Fury Rematch Scheduled for December.

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Saudi Official Confirms Usyk vs. Fury Rematch Scheduled for December.

The rematch between undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury is scheduled for December 21, as confirmed by the chairman of Saudi Arabia's general entertainment authority.

Oleksandr Usyk secured a split decision victory over Tyson Fury on May 18, becoming the first undisputed champion of the four-belt era. 

Initially planned for October, the rematch has been rescheduled for December, confirmed by Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia's general entertainment authority.

Alalshikh expressed anticipation for another historic fight, emphasizing their commitment to boxing fans' enjoyment.

In their previous bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Usyk added Fury's WBC belt to his collection, which includes the WBA, WBO, and IBF titles. 

The rematch will occur during Riyadh Season, an annual winter entertainment festival launched in 2019, although the venue or destination hasn't been specified yet.