Fury Vows to Make Makhmudov an Example

Arslanbek Makhmudov lifted Tyson Fury off the ground in a bear hug during their final press conference on Thursday, but Fury took it lightly, joking with his opponent beforehand. Fury is determined to start his journey to becoming a three-time world champion when he faces Makhmudov this weekend. Coming out of a brief retirement, Fury aims to reclaim a world title, starting with this fight. He stated, "For the first time in a long time, I'm the hunter, not the hunted. I'm the top man in this division, and I will prove it repeatedly." Fury plans to target the belts held by Usyk and Fabio Wardley, saying, "Sooner or later, they'll all have to fight me. Who else can they fight to make money?" Despite doubts about his ability to make a comeback at 37, Fury is confident, saying, "They all say my legs are gone, they all say my reactions are gone... Tune in on Saturday night and you'll find out." He warned that he cannot underestimate Makhmudov, saying, "Give this man his respect. He's a quick starter with 17 knockouts in the first couple of rounds." Fury expressed his confidence, saying, "I feel sorry for Arslanbek Makhmudov. I'm going to make an example of him. I'll knock his head right off his shoulders. I'm ready to rock and roll."