A supercomputer has predicted the result of Tyson Fury‘s blockbuster showdown against Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday night.
The two boxing stars are set to go head-to-head, with the winner to be crowned the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the world since 1999 when Lennox Lewis beat Evander Holyfield.
The Gypsy King brings his WBC belt to the table and with it, one of the most lucrative careers of the modern era.
On the other side Usyk, who prised away the WBA (Super), WBO, IBF and IBO straps from Anthony Joshua, is a decorated fighter that can boast an Olympic gold medal and he has already become an undisputed champion at cruiserweight.
But, according to a supercomputer, Fury is set to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion, with the Gypsy King predicted to win via points.
Oleksandr Usyk or Tyson Fury: Boxing personalities place their bet
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Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will compete for the undisputed heavyweight title on Saturday
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A supercomputer has predicted that Fury will win the blockbuster bout via a points decision
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The supercomputer pointed to Fury’s greater experience in the heavyweight division, plus his boxing IQ and size advantage (pictured – Fury during his iconic trilogy against Deontay Wilder)
According to AI analysis conducted by the OLBG supercomputer, as reported by The Mirror, Fury will win due to his boxing IQ and greater experience, coupled with the reach and size advantage he has over Usyk.
At 6ft 9in, Fury is significantly taller than Usyk, with the Ukrainian measuring at 6ft 3in.
Meanwhile, he has a longer reach at 80in, as supposed to Usyk’s 78in reach, while the Gypsy King weighed in at 262lbs – 39lbs heavier than his opponent.
The supercomputer also went onto add that Fury’s unorthodox style would keep him unpredictable.
In regards to his experience, Fury has beaten several formidable opponents in his career, demonstrating his adaptability.
For example, his iconic trilogy against Deontay Wilder, plus other victories against the likes of Wladimir Klitschko, Otto Wallin, Dillian Whyte and Francis Ngannou.
Meanwhile, Usyk is a similarly formidable opponent, with the 37-year-old known for his technical ability, footwork, speed and ring IQ.
He has also beaten bigger opponents previously such as Anthony Joshua and Derek Chisora so is unlikely to be fazed by Fury.
Yet, the supercomputer stuck with Fury in its prediction, although in explaining its decision, it insisted Saturday’s bout could be one of the greatest of all-time.
‘Given the strengths and weaknesses of both fighters, this match-up could go either way,’ it said.
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It did hail Usyk’s technical ability and stamina and he has beaten bigger opponents before
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The supercomputer also claimed the fight would ‘showcase the best of heavyweight boxing’
‘However, considering Fury’s physical advantages and his ability to adapt to different styles, he might have a slight edge.
‘Fury’s reach and size, combined with his boxing IQ and experience in the heavyweight division, could give him the tools to outpoint or potentially stop Usyk.
‘On the other hand, if Usyk can effectively neutralise Fury’s reach and impose his own game plan, he has a solid chance of winning by decision.
‘(But overall) Tyson Fury wins by decision, despite the technical skills and stamina of Usyk. This fight promises to be a highly competitive and tactical bout, showcasing the best of heavyweight boxing.’
