What time is the Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury fight tonight? Start time, ring walks, running order

Dmytro Reacher May 18, 2024, 5:27 a.m.

Oleksandr Usyk, hailing from Ukraine at 37 years old, sports an unblemished record of 21-0. His gold medal win at the 2012 Olympics marked the beginning of his professional ascent. By 2018, he had already seized all major cruiserweight titles.

Transitioning to the heavyweight class posed some initial struggles, but victories against Anthony Joshua in both 2021 and 2022 for the WBA, WBO, and IBF heavyweight titles showcased his adaptability.

In their most recent bouts before tonight’s event, both fighters faced distinct challenges. Tyson Fury maintained his unbeaten streak with a split decision victory over Francis Ngannou despite suffering a knockdown that revealed vulnerabilities in his performance. Conversely, Usyk secured a ninth-round TKO against Daniel Dubois; however, his win wasn’t without controversy due to debates over a low-blow call.

Tonight's face-off between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is not just a test of physicality but also tempers forged in adversity's flames—cementing legacy as much about winning fights as it is about overcoming life’s rigorous trials.

What time is Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury fight

Live coverage for the Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury main card will start at 12:00 PM EST on DAZN. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region Date Main Card Start Time Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST) Saturday, May 18, 2024 12:00 PM 06:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT) Saturday, May 18, 2024 09:00 AM 03:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT) Saturday, May 18, 2024 04:00 PM 10:00 PM
Australia (AEDT) Sunday, May 19, 2024 03:00 AM 09:00 AM

The Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury fight takes place tonight at 6 PM EST at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This event will determine the undisputed heavyweight champion.

Tyson Fury currently holds the WBC title, which he first won in 2020 by defeating Deontay Wilder. Since then, he has successfully defended this title three times. Oleksandr Usyk holds the WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight titles since his victory over Anthony Joshua in 2021.

The main fight is scheduled for 12 rounds. The exact time for the ring walks may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Viewers should check the start times for their specific countries in the provided table to ensure they do not miss any action.

How and where to watch the Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury Fight

You can watch Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury via DAZN.

Region Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription PPV Price
USA $19,99 on a 12-month contract or $24,99 month-to-month $224,99 $69,99
Canada $24,99 per month $199,99 $69,99
UK and Ireland £9,99 on a 12-month contract or £19,99 month-to-month £99,99 £24,99
Australia 13,99 AUD $34,99

If your country is blocked by the streaming services or there simply isn’t any viable options for your country, we only can recommend one solution: using a VPN software to bypass the restrictions. It allows you to change your IP address and appear as if you’re watching the event from another country.

So if you live in either the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, UAE, Mexico, Spain or any other country and can’t find a working provider to watch the Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury fight, use our recommended (and tested) VPN and switch to a location of your choice.

Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury Betting Odds

  • Underdog: Oleksandr Usyk : 2.2 (+120)
  • Favorite: Tyson Fury : 1.8 (-120)
Method of victory Oleksandr Usyk Tyson Fury
By KO/TKO or disqualification 6.0 (+500) 4.0 (+300)
By decision or technical decision 3.0 (+200) 3.2 (+220)

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury are neck-and-neck with odds at around 2.0, signaling an evenly matched fight. 

Fighters Details

Oleksandr Usyk

  • Nationality: Ukraine
  • Stance: Southpaw
  • Height: 191
  • Reach: 198
  • Total Fights: 21
  • Record: 21 / 0 / 0

Tyson Fury

  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Stance: Orthodox
  • Height: 206
  • Reach: 216
  • Total Fights: 35
  • Record: 34 / 0 / 1

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