With the announcement of the rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk set for December 21st, Johnny Nelson has expressed his concern for his fellow countryman. Usyk secured a split decision victory over Fury in Riyadh earlier this month, clinching the undisputed heavyweight world championship and causing significant damage to Fury in round nine.

This defeat marked the first loss in Fury’s 36-fight professional career and occurred in what was undoubtedly his most significant bout to date. As a seasoned pundit, Nelson has raised doubts about the psychological toll this loss may have inflicted on the 35-year-old.

In an interview with Sky Sports, the former cruiserweight world champion questioned the extent of ‘The Gypsy King’s’ “mental appetite” for a rematch with Usyk.