The Kingdom Arena witnessed an electrifying evening as two heavyweight giants went head-to-head. In a highly anticipated rematch, Tyson Fury faced Oleksandr Usyk, delivering a captivating showdown. For the second time in a row, Usyk emerged victorious, securing a unanimous decision. The event drew a massive crowd of over 24,000 spectators, with Fury and Usyk also walking away with substantial earnings.
The previous fight between Fury and Usyk generated over $90 million in revenue from pay-per-view buys. According to SportySalaries, the rematch guarantees both fighters a share of $50 million, marking the highest earnings of Usyk’s career.
Additional reports suggest ‘Gypsy King’ is set to receive a guaranteed purse of $20 million, with his total earnings potentially climbing to $80 million, depending on pay-per-view sales. Meanwhile, ‘The Cat’ will earn a guaranteed $8 million, with his earnings potentially reaching up to $25 million based on PPV revenue.
Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 PPV Buys And Other Details
The rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury was live on DAZN in the United States and on Sky Sports in the UK, with both platforms holding official broadcasting rights. Additionally, the event took place at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. According to SportySalaries, a seating capacity of approximately 25,000 spectators on fight night is slightly below the venue’s maximum capacity of 27,000.
The pay-per-view prices are set at £24.95 in the UK and $39.99 in the US. Additionally, the buys reached 2.2 million globally, generating over $150 million in revenue, while ticket sales brought in an estimated $10 million. As of December 21, 2024, official figures remain unconfirmed. The thrilling fight saw Usyk once again assert his dominance, leaving fans eager to see the next moves in the division.
