Tyson Fury stepped on the scales at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ahead of his first bout since the late‑2024 loss to Oleksandr Usyk. The 37‑year‑old trimmed his weight to 267.9lbs, a noticeable drop from the 281‑pound figure recorded for the Usyk rematch, even though that earlier weigh‑in included clothing. Fury’s lighter frame will be a focal point as he seeks to still re‑establish his dominance.

Across the ring, seasoned contender Arslanbek Makhmudov arrives at 264.9lbs, carrying a knockout rate above 90 per cent despite two career defeats. Makhmudov has spoken sparingly, but his confidence is evident, recalling childhood dreams of matching legends like Ali and Tyson. Both fighters’ size and power set up a classic heavyweight clash at a venue more known for football.

Fury used a Netflix interview to admit camp sessions grow tougher with age, yet he insists “plenty in the tank” and vows to make an example of Makhmudov before targeting the next heavyweight marquee. The weight loss, combined with his outspoken swagger, adds intrigue to a matchup that could reshape the division’s hierarchy after a year‑long hiatus.