The Fury vs Usyk rematch is finally here!
Oleksandr Usyk is a -138 favorite over Tyson Fury, the +110 underdog, ahead of their heavyweight title tilt on December 21 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The odds have flipped after their first fight. Usyk entered that bout as a slight underdog and scored the split-decision upset victory, nearly knocking Fury out in the later rounds. Now Usyk has the odds on his side as he attempts to claim his second straight win over "The Gypsy King."
Fury vs Usyk Betting Odds
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Tyson Fury | +110 |
| Oleksandr Usyk | -138 |
Odds as of Dec. 20
Using our odds calculator, Usyk's -138 favorite status means a $100 bet on him to win pays out $172.46. The same bet on Fury pays out $210. Additionally, if you’re unfamiliar with betting on boxing, we have you covered with an in-depth How to Bet Boxing guide.
How To Bet Fury
Fury bettors are hoping for a strong training camp and more prepared effort from their beloved Englishman. While Fury entered the May fight vs Usyk in great physical shape, his stamina failed him in the later rounds. Not only did that make him easier to hit but it also prevented Fury from using his classic lean-and-clinch style. A fatigued Fury was an easy obstacle for Usyk to sidestep or simply chuck off him and get back to work.
Usyk is too fleet of foot to beat in a punching match. Fury must anchor himself and force Usyk to initiate, saving "The Gypsy King" plenty of energy. If he can throw the jab and get Usyk coming his way, Fury has a way better chance of landing more damage without needing to circle away and reset.
Still, Fury doesn't have the KO pop to put Usyk down. You're betting him SU or by decision.
How To Bet Usyk
Usyk's cardio is alien-like. He tossed Fury around the ring in Round 12 during their last fight, demonstrating he can operate at full speed until the final bell. That's damn scary to contend with. In my eyes, we're lucky to get Usyk at his current odds.
Fury might try to close the distance, but Usyk, the shorter fighter, has him covered there. The Gypsy King could wait for a counter opportunity, but, again, Usyk has a great chin.
I'm totally cool with betting Usyk ML. It's hard to predict if he can flatline Fury, though he came close to outlasting him in a war of attrition last time around. Gun to my head, I'll take Usyk by knockout, but I prefer the ML as a safer bet.
Fury vs Usyk Pick
It's a tough position to be in, fighting for a knockout from the opening bell. That's where Fury is in this one as he stares down 12 rounds of hell with Usyk once more.
My best bet is Usyk to win, and if you need more value, wager him by knockout and for the fight to end inside the distance.
