Tyson Fury’s recent setbacks have deepened with his slip in the World Boxing Council (WBC) heavyweight rankings, following his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. Fury, known as “The Gypsy King,” faced his first professional loss in a highly anticipated unification bout last month, which took place in Saudi Arabia. This defeat has seen Anthony Joshua leapfrog Fury in the WBC’s standings, placing Fury at No. 2, just below Usyk and behind Joshua.

The bout against Usyk was a hard-fought contest, culminating in a split decision that favored the Ukrainian. Fury was fortunate to avoid a stoppage in the ninth round, further marking the intensity of the match. Despite holding the WBC belt for over four years and achieving significant success throughout his 16-year career, this loss has momentarily derailed Fury’s standing in the division.

Adding to Fury’s challenges, this ranking shift comes just as he is still recovering from the emotional and physical toll of his recent fight. The rivalry between Fury and Joshua has always been fierce, and this new development in the rankings will undoubtedly fuel further competitive fire as Fury prepares for his rematch with Usyk scheduled for December 21. The Gypsy King has expressed his determination to reclaim his top position and fulfill his goal of becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion, promising fans that his recent setback will only strengthen his resolve.