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  "publishedAt": "2026-03-17T09:47:16.000Z",
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  "textContent": "\n\n\n\nOleksandr Usyk has set his sights on a third and final encounter with Tyson Fury, declaring the British heavyweight as his preferred opponent for the closing chapter of his boxing career.\n\nThe 39-year-old Ukrainian, who currently holds the unified heavyweight titles, spoke to Associated Press about his retirement plans.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n\"In my head, Tyson Fury it's the last dance,\" Usyk stated.\n\nThe pound-for-pound star has already defeated Fury on two occasions, with both contests taking place during their memorable 2024 rivalry that cemented Usyk's position at the summit of heavyweight boxing.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nTRENDING\n\nStories\n\nVideos\n\nYour Say\n\nTheir initial bout saw Usyk claim the undisputed heavyweight crown, a feat he replicated when the pair met again in a thrilling rematch later that same year.\n\nFollowing these consecutive losses, Fury withdrew from the sport for the entirety of 2025.\n\nThe Gypsy King has since announced his return to the ring, reigniting speculation about a potential third meeting between the two fighters.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nUsyk remains confident that a trilogy clash could materialise before he hangs up his gloves, viewing it as the ideal conclusion to his distinguished career in the sport.\n\nBefore any potential showdown with Fury can take place, Usyk has several obligations to fulfil inside the squared circle.\n\nThe WBC heavyweight champion is scheduled to put his belt on the line against kickboxing sensation Rico Verhoeven, with the contest set to be staged in Egypt later this year.\n\n### LATEST SPORTS NEWS:\n\n\n\n\n  * Luke Humphries calls for big change to darts as he explains 'not chasing' Luke Littler\n  * 10 reasons Bruno Fernandes is the best player in the Premier League after Man Utd win over Aston Villa\n  * Tennis commentator makes Aryna Sabalenka blunder in front of thousands\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nBeyond that defence, Usyk has expressed interest in taking on whoever emerges victorious from the upcoming British heavyweight clash between Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois.\n\nOnly after completing these bouts does the Ukrainian intend to pursue his farewell fight against Fury, bringing the curtain down on his remarkable career.\n\nThe location for a potential third encounter remains undecided, with both previous bouts having been staged in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nRegional instability in the Middle East has already affected the scheduling of major sporting events in the area, creating uncertainty around where such a high-profile contest could be held.\n\nUsyk has indicated he is content to leave logistical matters to those arranging the event while he concentrates on his preparation.\n\n\"Then the organisers will decide where it can be held where they can stage this show so that it is safe for all participants and spectators,\" he explained.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nFury, meanwhile, recently said that Usyk didn't beat him.\n\n“I can’t help somebody else’s opinion from ringside. I know in my heart I won them fights,\" he said.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nHe continued: “When you’re a man, and you fight another man, if you lose, I shake the man’s hand. ‘Fair play.’ Listen, he did win. He got his decisions. He won. Fair play.\n\n“I kissed him on the head, and congratulated him. But he knows, and I know he didn’t beat me.”\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Our Standards:The GB News Editorial Charter **",
  "title": "Oleksandr Usyk explains wanting one last fight with Tyson Fury despite two victories already"
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