Tyson Fury Will Target Third Usyk Fight in Early 2027
Tyson Fury intends to pursue a trilogy fight against Oleksandr Usyk following a bout with Anthony Joshua.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Boxing
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Tyson Fury plans to challenge Oleksandr Usyk for a third time in the first quarter of 2027 to settle their professional rivalry. Before this potential trilogy match, Fury is scheduled to face Anthony Joshua on December 11, 2026, in Cardiff.
Why it matters
A third fight would allow Fury the opportunity to reclaim momentum after suffering two previous defeats against Usyk. Establishing this trilogy follows Fury's decision to use a high-profile bout against Anthony Joshua as a critical warm-up.
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by split decision in May 2024 and followed with a unanimous decision victory in December 2024. The upcoming Fury versus Joshua match in Cardiff will feature the WBA Super heavyweight title.
The players
Tyson Fury
He is a professional heavyweight boxer who has held multiple world titles throughout his career.
Oleksandr Usyk
He is a Ukrainian professional boxer who is the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the four-belt era.
Anthony Joshua
He is a two-time former unified heavyweight champion and a major figure in the British boxing scene.
Deontay Wilder
He is an American professional boxer who previously held the WBC heavyweight title for five years.
The details
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk have discussed a potential third match, with Madison Square Garden in New York currently serving as the expected location for the 2027 event. Meanwhile, Usyk maintains a separate timeline with plans to face Deontay Wilder in March 2027.
Timeline
May 2024: Usyk defeated Fury by split decision.
December 2024: Usyk defeated Fury by unanimous decision.
December 11, 2026: Fury fights Anthony Joshua in Cardiff.
Q1 2027: Proposed timeframe for the third Fury vs Usyk fight.
March 2027: Usyk plans to face Deontay Wilder.
Season Trajectory
This potential trilogy extends the competitive history established by the 2024 Usyk-Fury undisputed championship series. The inclusion of an Anthony Joshua bout impacts the broader heavyweight landscape and shifting rankings among the division's top contenders.
The upcoming bout between Fury and Joshua carries direct implications for the WBA Super heavyweight title hierarchy. Fans should track these results to determine the path toward the proposed 2027 heavyweight title landscape.
The takeaway
The heavyweight division continues to revolve around high-stakes rivalries that extend well beyond single championship bouts. Followers of the sport should expect shifts in the title picture as these veterans navigate a packed schedule through early 2027.
What happens next
Tyson Fury is scheduled to fight Anthony Joshua on December 11, 2026. Following that event, Oleksandr Usyk has a planned fight against Deontay Wilder in March 2027.
Further reading
For more on the current heavyweight rankings and upcoming schedule, visit our Boxing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by RBC-Ukraine.
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