The video is nominated for “Outstanding Advertisement”
Oleksandr Usyk – Tyson Fury. Photo – Getty Images
The promo for the second fight between WBC, IBO, WBA and WBO heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) and former WBC title holder Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs) received a nomination for the famous Emmy Awards.
“Usyk Vs Fury Reignited” is up for Outstanding Commercial. Three NBA commercials (The Heist II, Jingle Hoops: Regifted, and The Toast) and a Full Court Press commercial — Presented by State Farm: Inner Baller are also up for the award in this category.
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Usyk defeated Fury again in December 2024 by unanimous decision. The fight was the last in the career of the Briton, who soon announced his retirement.
The Ukrainian heavyweight world champion intends to hold his next fight against IBF world champion Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs), who previously challenged Alexander to a rematch, and become the absolute champion again. It was reported that this fight could take place in July-August 2025.