Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2: Live round-by-round updates

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 will go down later this evening (Dec.21) at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with Usyk's unified heavyweight titles on the line.

Usyk (22-0) is one of the greatest boxers of this generation and boasts wins over heavyweight titans including former unified champion Anthony Joshua, and IBF title holder Daniel Dubois among others.

His split decision win over 'The Gypsy King' in their first meeting was perhaps the only close call of his career, and the Ukrainian would be hoping to erase that blemish this time around with a more decisive win.

Fury (34-1-1) on the other hand, conceded the only loss of his career against Usyk, and if 'The Gypsy King's' temperament during their recent 10-minute face-off is any evidence, he is itching for retribution.

The former WBC world heavyweight champion holds notable wins against the likes of Deontay Wilder, Wladimir Klitschko, and Dillian Whyte.

The reigning champion will head into the rematch as a -138 favorite with Fury as the +120 underdog. The main event is now underway. Stick with Sportskeeda for live coverage and play-by-play updates from the fight card.

Check out the final face-off for Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 below:

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Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2

Round 1

As the opening bell rings Usyk flings a jab and Fury answers with a right hand. 'The Gypsy King' is trying to use his long reach to keep his opponent on the outside.

Usyk explodes forward with a flurry but is forced to back down as Fury tags him with jabs. 'The Cat' drives forward with a right hand. A very close round.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 2

The left hand finds its mark for Usyk early Round 2. Fury is back to using his jabs to force his opponent to fight on the outside. The Ukrainian is targeting his opponent's solar plexes in an effort to slow the Briton down.

A good from Fury momentarily stuns Usyk. A close round by the Englishman might have edged it out.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 3

Fury's rallies forward with three back-to-back jabs. Usyk returns fire with jabs of his own. 'The Cat' is finding it hard to get on the inside of his tall opponent. A looping left hand partially connects for Usyk.

The reigning champion is constantly feinting and giving different looks to his opponent. Fury lands a left hand and Usyk answers with a stiff jab.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 4

Usyk is desperately trying to close range. 'The Cat' commits to body shots, which is sure to pay dividends as the fight goes to the later rounds. He lands a powerful looping right hand.

A beautiful 1-2 lands for Fury. He continues his barrage with a combination. Usyk is getting pushed back by the former champion.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 5

As Usyk tries to close distance, Fury ties him up and accidentally punches his opponent on the back of his head. A beautiful uppercut connects for the Englishman. Usyk is being forced to fight on the back foot.

The champion is finding it hard to evade his opponent's shots. He is being walked down. 'The Cat' fires a combination but fails to land clean. A good left hand to the body lands for Usyk at the end of the round.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 6

Usyk sneaks in an uppercut but is quickly forced to go on the back foot as Fury connects with multiple jabs. 'The Gypsy King's' longer range is preventing USyk from efficiently closing the distance.

Usyk connects with a left hand. A couple more feints, and 'The Cat' ones again connect with the same punch. A beautiful left-hand lands for the Ukrainian. Another left hand by Usyk elicits a reaction from his opponent.

Our score: 10-9 Usyk.

Round 7

Usyk seems to be getting into a rhythm. He connects with a beautiful 1-2. Fury quickly relies on his jabs and lead left hooks to put distance between the pair. 'The Gypsy King' sits on a beautiful 1-2 combo.

A long left partially connects for Usyk and Fury once again goes on the back foot and uses his jabs to try and keep his foe at range. Usyk finishes strong connecting with a multi-punch combo.

Our score: 10-9 Usyk.

Round 8

Usyk rushes to meet his opponent in the center of the ring. Usyk leaping in with looping shots. An accidental clash of heads momentarily stops the action.

As the fight continues, Fury leans on his opponent before sinking in a few body shots. Usyk answers with a two-punch combo up top. 'The Gypsy King' backs up his opponent with body shots, but the champion returns fire with a right hand. A combination lands for Usyk in the closing seconds.

A close round, but Usyk seems to have the upper hand

Our score: 10-9 Usyk.

Round 9

Fury steps in and whips a right hand to his opponent's body. He backs up Usyk with a right hand. The former champion seems to be using his jabs to set up an uppercut.

A good 1-2 lands for Fury and Usyk returns fire with punches to the head. A close round.

Our score: 10-9 Usyk.

Round 10

Fury lands a debilitating body shot eliciting a reaction from his opponent. A powerful uppercut momentarily stuns Usyk. A swelling appears under the champion's eyes.

'The Gypsy King' seems to have dialed up the pressure. He is using his weight to try and outmuscle his opponent onto the ropes. Usyk misses with a powerful 1-2. A jab followed by an uppercut lands for Fury in the dying seconds of the round.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 11

Usyk seems to recognize that he might be behind on the cards and is desperately trying to close the distance with his opponent. Fury however is not making it easy and is using his jabs and uppercuts to push his opponent back.

A body shot lands for Fury and Usyk answers with a left straight. Usyk unloads a flurry on his opponents. 'The Gypsy King' close the round in style with a powerful right hand.

Our score: 10-9 Fury.

Round 12

The boxers are going all out in the final round. Usyk catches Fury with multiple shots as Fury tries to close the distance. Both fighters are connecting, with Usyk landing the more eye-catching shots.

Fury is still connecting with good 1-2. He rips to his opponent's body. Usyk is letting his hands go. He is peppering up his opponent. Both fighters land on each other in the closing seconds of the fight. A close final round to a close contest.

Our score: 10-9 Usyk.

Stay tuned for the official decision.

Official decision: Oleksandr Usyk def. Tyson Fury via unanimous decision. (116-112,116-112, 116-112)

Check out the official decision for Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 below: