Tyson Fury
Boxer, WBC Heavyweight Champion
Born
August 12th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Acquired the WBC Heavyweight Championship title in 2020. In 2015, won the unified heavyweight title by defeating Wladimir Klitschko. Engaged in notable rivalries, including a trilogy against Deontay Wilder, with the final fight taking place in 2021, resulting in a decisive victory. Recognized for his unconventional fighting style, size, and agility in the ring.
Won the WBC Heavyweight Championship in 2020
Unified the heavyweight title in 2015
Defeated Wladimir Klitschko
Fought Deontay Wilder in a notable trilogy
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