Tyson Fury won a dominant unanimous decision over Arslanbek Makhmudov with scorecards of 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109. Makhmudov employed an aggressive strategy of moving forward with looping punches followed by clinching, which was seen as his only viable approach given Fury's superior speed and endurance advantages. While Makhmudov did land some shots, Fury demonstrated the difference between an elite heavyweight and a solid contender. The analysis noted that no amount of training could overcome the natural physical advantages Fury possessed. Makhmudov's performance added another chapter to Fury's already historic legacy in boxing.
