Tyson Fury exited the ring in a hurry after suffering his second consecutive defeat to Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday night, fueling speculation about his possible retirement from boxing. Fury, who had prided himself on being “the greatest fighter ever born,” now finds himself grappling with the harsh reality of back-to-back losses against the smaller but remarkably skilled Ukrainian champion.
The 36-year-old Fury may see his hopes of a trilogy bout with Usyk dashed, raising questions about what comes next. Although a lucrative fight with fellow British star Anthony Joshua remains on the table, some observers wonder whether Fury would want a showdown that could be perceived as a "Battle of the Losers." Another defeat to a high-profile rival could further damage the legacy Fury once believed was untouchable.
Critics also point to Fury’s resume - highlighted by wins over an aging Wladimir Klitschko and a dangerous but limited Deontay Wilder - and wonder how history will judge "The Gypsy King." Twice undone by Usyk, a former cruiserweight, Fury’s aura of invincibility has taken a significant hit. His grandiose claims of being the best of all time now ring hollow to many, especially compared to heavyweight legends like Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, or Lennox Lewis.
Despite lingering questions, the final call on Fury’s career remains in his hands. While retirement might offer the chance to protect what’s left of his legacy, there’s no telling whether his competitive fire will compel him to seek redemption - possibly against Joshua or another top contender. For now, fans can only speculate if Saturday night’s defeat will be the last memory we have of Tyson Fury in a boxing ring.
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