Tyson Fury is aiming for his Dec. 21 rematch with Oleksandr Usyk with unparalleled focus. The two had previously fought for the undisputed heavyweight title on May 18. Fury lost for the first time in his career after losing a narrow split decision.

Ahead of the rematch, “The Gypsy King” said he hadn’t spoken to his wife in three months as part of his plan to prepare for the Ukrainians. Fury’s admission caught fans off guard, who speculated that his decision to isolate from his family might backfire.

However, leading boxing promoter Eddie Hearn believes it could have the desired effect. The Matchroom Boxing president recently sat down with iFL TV ahead of Usyk vs. Fury 2, where he discussed the Briton’s concerns about No contact with wife.

Hearn said:

“Everybody’s different, and when you take that loss, maybe he’s just trying to do whatever it takes. He just said, ‘I’m going to put everything into this training camp.'” I feel like when you get in the ring , if you knew you were making huge sacrifices, sometimes terrible sacrifices, do you think that would give you more strength to fight? I think the answer is yes. “

Here’s what Eddie Hearn had to say about Tyson Fury (4:55):

Tyson Fury has one thing on his mind ahead of Alexander Usyk rematch

Tyson Fury recently appeared in public workouts ahead of his Dec. 21 rematch with Alexander Usyk. The former WBC champion has Shared an icy preview He continued in the same vein during interviews at open training sessions regarding what fans can expect from him in his upcoming games.

Fury did not directly answer any of the interviewer’s questions, but instead shared his intentions for the fight night:

“A lot of pain…crushing and hurt…a lot of hurt…hurt, serious hurt…a lot of hurt.”

Here are Tyson Fury’s comments (2:26):

The “Gypsy King” seems as focused and determined as ever in the coming conflict.

The Briton lost to “The Cat” for the first time in his career in May and appears ready to repay Usyk, who remains undefeated.