Former lineal heavyweight champion Tyson Fury revealed on Sunday that he intends to come out of retirement this year, marking his first return to the ring since his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024. This announcement follows a challenging period for Fury, who had declared his retirement after a rematch with Usyk, who emerged victorious by split decision.
Usyk remains the only fighter to have defeated Fury in his professional career, which boasts an impressive record of 34 wins, two losses, and one draw. Known as ‘The Gypsy King’, Fury has faced personal battles in the past, having taken more than two years away from boxing due to mental health struggles after securing victory over Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, during which he captured the WBA, IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles.
After returning to the sport in 2018, Fury achieved significant success, most notably knocking out Deontay Wilder in February 2020 to claim the WBC heavyweight title. Despite having announced his retirement again in 2022, he made a comeback just six months later, demonstrating his readiness to face new challenges within the boxing world.
Fury’s decision to return raises excitement among boxing fans, as they anticipate his next steps and potential matchups. His journey underscores a narrative of resilience and determination, highlighting that great athletes can always make comebacks after setbacks. As Fury prepares for his next fight, his return may reignite the heavyweight division and create opportunities for thrilling bouts ahead.