Tyson Fury secured a comfortable victory against Arslanbek Makhmudov, with Anthony Joshua observing from the sidelines. Despite a 16-month hiatus, Fury controlled the match, although he did not reach peak performance. The judges unanimously scored the bout in Fury’s favor, with scores of 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109. Reflecting on his comeback, Fury stated, “Sixteen months out, it’s a long time, but I got back to my boxing and I got a good, sharp 12 rounds there.”
Expressing his desire to face Joshua, Fury’s challenge was not immediately accepted as Joshua declined to engage in an impromptu fight. During his entrance, Fury paid homage to Ricky Hatton by sporting gloves and shorts bearing the former champion’s name. Makhmudov initiated the action with an early right hand, prompting Fury to gradually assert control.
As the fight progressed, Fury adapted to Makhmudov’s style, showcasing his dominance. Despite occasional exchanges, Fury maintained the upper hand, leading to a points victory. The crowd grew restless in the fifth round as the heavyweights grappled instead of exchanging blows. Fury’s strategic body targeting and consistent performance secured his control over the match.
In another match, Conor Benn claimed a points victory over Regis Prograis after parting ways with Eddie Hearn. Benn faced adversity, sustaining cuts over both eyes from headbutts, yet managed to secure the win. Richard Riakporhe dethroned Jeamie TKV as the British heavyweight champion, showcasing a swift victory. Justis Huni narrowly defeated Clarke, rebounding from a prior defeat by Wardley.
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