Tyson Fury’s Comeback Opponent Down To Three Names

[TempleSlave]

My first reaction was, hey why not Briggs - let’s have an entertaining freak show. On the second thought though, that would likely be just awkward and painful to watch with plenty of hugging and Briggs’ frequent tripping off his own feet. On paper Breazeale seems the best of the three, to the point it may prevent him from being chosen for being too risky as a comeback opponent. Hence we can’t rule out Ustinov.

[SenorPipino]

Apparently, Sefer Seferi has just been installed by Sky Bet as the betting favourite to face Tyson Fury in his first comeback fight.

He’s 39 years of age and has only suffered a point’s defeat against Manuel Charr and was very fortunate to last the distance in that fight, because he took quite a beating. He’s the size of a cruiserweight though and has only competed in two legitimate heavyweight fights, where he weighed 216lbs and 212lbs.

He looked quite small in comparison to the 6' 3½" Manuel Charr and I guess he might be slightly shorter than six feet tall.

I really hope that the bookies get it wrong this time, because despite Seferi’s lack of defeats on his resume, he doesn’t deserve the right to share the ring with someone like Tyson Fury.

Did McNeeley deserves the right to share the ring with Mike Tyson?

How about Kevin Howard deserving the right to share the ring with Sugar Ray Leonard?

These were events more than actual fights and Fury vs whoever falls in that same category.

Fury has been an addict and an emotionally fragile mess for the better part of these past 3 years.

There's no reason to place excessive duress on him the first time back by sending him into the ring against a competent opponent.

The "fight" will sell itself because of Fury. On June 9, there's no reason to immediately shove the former champ into deep waters

[HeavyHitters]

I think with Dominic Breazeale being an Al Haymon fighter, he may be limited to facing his fellow PBC stablemates. He’s also in line to receive a guaranteed shot at one of the titles, probably against Wilder.

Alexander Ustinov would be a good opponent for Tyson Fury, because a victory would ensure that he’s deemed as being a qualified top ten challenger for AJ’s WBA strap, though I doubt the Russian is capable of generating much interest or revenue on UK shores.

A fight against Shannon Briggs would be an easy sell to the UK market and is likely to generate a lot of money, but it doesn’t really help Fury much (other than to rid himself of some ring rust), because the American isn’t ranked by any of the sports’ governing bodies.

To be honest, I can’t help thinking that none of these three guys will be considered and that we’re more likely to see Tyson Fury face one of the following guys:
• Nathan Gorman
• Nick Webb
• Gary Cornish
• Antonio Tarver

Maybe Abbie Cornish!

[keithmoonhangover]

Dominic Breazeale isn't going to happen, all he's got to do is stay active and he's getting Wilder.

Shannon Briggs is a 48 year old fellow drug cheat who hasn't fought in two years. The BBBofC should hang their head in shame if they licence him. I thought thy had a rule about over 40's coming in as opponents. They wouldn't let Fury fight Botha a few years back.

Alexander Ustinov is a horrific styles match up and he bring zero tickets sales to the table.

Why not just fight Jemal Woods, Everret 'Big Foot' Martin or Jess Willard.

[happyNY18]

Breazeale is underrated imo, he's a sturdy opponent. Briggs would a farce that shouldn't even be sanctioned. Fury would put a real beating on him.

[HeavyHitters]

Breazeale is underrated imo, he's a sturdy opponent. Briggs would a farce that shouldn't even be sanctioned. Fury would put a real beating on him.

I disagree with you here. If Briggs had enough time to prepare for a fight with Fury, I think he would stand a good chance to get a TKO in the early rounds. Especially if the referee doesn't allow Tyson to hug and hold ( which would probably happen if Briggs got Fury into any trouble early on ).

I'd give Briggs about a 25% chance of getting Fury out before the 4th round. If not, Briggs might slow down a bit in the mid to late rounds, and Tyson winning on points, or a late round stoppage, only because Briggs would be gassed, unable to defend himself up against the ropes.

Either way, I think this fight would be entertaining, and surely not a blowout in favor of Fury.

[happyNY18]

Breazeale is underrated imo, he's a sturdy opponent. Briggs would a farce that shouldn't even be sanctioned. Fury would put a real beating on him.

I disagree with you here. If Briggs had enough time to prepare for a fight with Fury, I think he would stand a good chance to get a TKO in the early rounds. Especially if the referee doesn't allow Tyson to hug and hold ( which would probably happen if Briggs got Fury into any trouble early on ).

I'd give Briggs about a 25% chance of getting Fury out before the 4th round. If not, Briggs might slow down a bit in the mid to late rounds, and Tyson winning on points, or a late round stoppage, only because Briggs would be gassed, unable to defend himself up against the ropes.

Either way, I think this fight would be entertaining, and surely not a blowout in favor of Fury.

[happyNY18]

Id rather see Tyson Fury vs the real Tyson than Briggs. He's probably less washed up.

[HeavyHitters]

Hey, my man. Get to cloning!!

[Bard of Boxrec]

Someone like rudenko could fit the bill.

[lazboy]

Breazeale could really test Tyson’s fitness...which is a huge question mark. If they do make that fight, Fury’s very serious (in terms of getting back into it) as I don’t think he’ll look devastating against Breazeale who can really soak it up.

[Badhusker]

Braezeale is NOT a good fight for Fury out of the gate. He would be good for a third fight or better, depending on Fury's first and/or second performance, once his comeback is in full swing. Braezeale poses a danger to Fury as no one knows how he will react first time in the ring.

I'd love nothing more than to see Fury knocked on his worthless ass first fight back. Then the Boxing world would finally see him for the man I already see him as.

A joke that disgraced the sport and the Heavyweight Championship.

Well said.

[Badhusker]

Breazeale is underrated imo, he's a sturdy opponent. Briggs would a farce that shouldn't even be sanctioned. Fury would put a real beating on him.

Apparently you didn't watch him vs the much smaller and much, much, older Mansour.

[jamamb]

Someone like rudenko could fit the bill.

rudenko is really the perfect opponent. short, not a puncher, not super aggresive or really going to put on major pressure, already lost to hughie so furys probably had a good look at him and knows he can beat that style

yet not totally uncredible like this tiny armenian that gets mentioned

[sweetviolenturge]

Breazeale is on the cusp of being Wilder's mandatory contender. There's no way that Fury's people are seriously considering him as a comeback opponent. Period. Much less their first fight back after two & a half years of slothfulness & gluttony. Hell, I seriously doubt if Fury's people even find a remotely live body to undrape against.

[Syntax Error]

Breazele is fine, not too dangerous at all. He's Top 15, top 10 at a push but that is it... we know his level. In terms of boxing ability he has had struggles each time he himself has fought in the top 20.

Trinidad fought Mayorga after a 2 year layoff. Ricky Hatton fought a former world champion after a huge layoff also (and at a weight he was never right on).

We treat Tyson with kid gloves.... he says he has the skills - its not as Breazele is a top 5 opponent.

Exactly right.

After all Fury's smack talk, I can't believe folk would be happy to pay to watch him fight car crash dummies.

What is he going to learn by fighting bums?

He can fight bums behind closed doors & shake off the rust, then announce he's ready for a top tier guy or a trinket holder if he fancies it.

Sugar Ray Leonard did that after 3.5 years + of being a coke head & alcoholic, so if Fury is as big & as good as his smack talk, someone like Breazeale would be perfect for him, especially if he can't get a trinket holder.

[SenorPipino]

Apparently, Sefer Seferi has just been installed by Sky Bet as the betting favourite to face Tyson Fury in his first comeback fight.

He’s 39 years of age and has only suffered a point’s defeat against Manuel Charr and was very fortunate to last the distance in that fight, because he took quite a beating. He’s the size of a cruiserweight though and has only competed in two legitimate heavyweight fights, where he weighed 216lbs and 212lbs.

He looked quite small in comparison to the 6' 3½" Manuel Charr and I guess he might be slightly shorter than six feet tall.

I really hope that the bookies get it wrong this time, because despite Seferi’s lack of defeats on his resume, he doesn’t deserve the right to share the ring with someone like Tyson Fury.

Seferi does sound perfect.

Glossy win/loss record. A lot of KOs.

But when he stepped up to a fringe contender in Charr, he clearly lost.

Also he's pretty much a cruiserweight so Fury is naturally about 50 lbs. heavier.

If Seferi is the designated victim, Fury better hope that Seferi doesn't hit as hard as another natural cruiser, Steve Cunningham.

[SteveO]

I guess whoever it is will be fighting for the prestigious Lineal Heavyweight Title.

[SenorPipino]

I guess whoever it is will be fighting for the prestigious Lineal Heavyweight Title.

Just 26 more defenses and Fury breaks Louis' record.

[oogiebe]

I guess whoever it is will be fighting for the prestigious Lineal Heavyweight Title.

Just 26 more defenses and Fury breaks Louis' record.

LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Rob3_142]

I think based on the OP, none of the proposed fighters are likely. I personally voted for Breazeale, because I think it makes the most entertaining fight. In that one, based on current affairs, I expect Breazeale to win.

Out of the three, Ustinov is the most likely, as Briggs is a loose cannon, and currently serving a drugs ban (?).

I'm thinking it is highly likely that we will see some Haye tactics applied here, and he'll pick someone with a glossy record, as has been suggested by many posters on here already.

It'll be interesting though, as Fury has been a pretty uncompromising spectator to the sport over the last two years, and has been less than complimentary on recent performances by his biggest rivals. He might have to eat a slice of humble pie if he doesn't pick a credible opponent and beat him soundly.

[Syntax Error]

I guess whoever it is will be fighting for the prestigious Lineal Heavyweight Title.

Just 26 more defenses and Fury breaks Louis' record.

It'll take him until about 2190 to make 26 defenses at his current rate of productivity.

[Ron C]

LET’S GO CHAMP!! There’s my answer lol

[punchoutsb]

I'd like to see Sefer get it.

I'm the only fan of the Seferi brothers in the world, but they're a couple hard working tough guys who have both overachieved despite never getting any backing. Give the man a payday!

[Gnome]

Braezeale is NOT a good fight for Fury out of the gate. He would be good for a third fight or better, depending on Fury's first and/or second performance, once his comeback is in full swing. Braezeale poses a danger to Fury as no one knows how he will react first time in the ring.

Agreed.