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'Saw he was bleeding…' Headbutt victim from Oleksandr Usyk’s camp chips in on erratic John Fury, before super-fight

May 18th marks the date of crowning the first-ever undisputed heavyweight boxing champ in the modern four-belt era. Ahead of the frame, Stanislav Stepchuk is one of the most viral names in the boxing sphere. Stepchuk who? He is part of the WBO, WBA, and IBF heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk’s entourage. Moreover, he’s who Tyson Fury’s notorious father – John Fury, headbutted.

The elder Fury reportedly headbutted one of Usyk’s team members for alleged disrespect. This was during the Queensberry Promotions pre-fight Media Day & “Grand Arrivals.” At the time, Stepchuk wasn’t the biggest player in the picture, as John Fury had two bloodied streams from his temple. The incident incited a funny reaction even from Tyson Fury. Now, Stepchuk weighs in.

John Fury, is he okay? ...I'm more worried about him than myself...well, I saw that he was bleeding... Stanislav Stepchuk via Boxing King Media YTChannel (@BoxingKingMedia)

Oleksandr Usyk later told DAZN Boxing that he was dismayed at the hooliganism from the boxer’s corner. However, Tyson Fury and Co. should consider themselves lucky in the discourse. Stepchuk had told Seconds Out Boxing via a translator that Fury got irrational just for him shouting Usyk’s name. Moreover, he notably sported a cut above his brow. Later, Stepchuk did not take action for the injury and said his teammates helped out.

John Fury has daringly challenged former world champion Carl Froch to weigh in against his son. He nonsensically went on a tirade, wanting to bash rival influencer-boxer KSI‘s head. Fury even made a wild callout to Mike Tyson at Riyadh Season. He is the predominant definition of going too far for his sons. Given the scenario, it’s a wonder things haven’t escalated much far.

John Fury claims son will be at lightest weight against Oleksandr Usyk

John Fury says his son is in ‘fabulous shape’ and will fight at ‘career-low’ weight on Friday. It remains to be seen if the ceremonial Weigh-ins prove Tyson Fury’s change has been beneficial. Fury (34-0-1, 24 KO) meets Oleksandr Usyk for his WBA (Super), IBF/WBO/IBO, and ‘The Ring‘ heavyweight titles.

Of course, Fury Sr. and his ardent, undying support for his sons will be taken with a pinch of salt. Fashioning a prime caveman demeanor, the man would go to any length for his sons. However, recent times have seen the heavyweight make progressive changes in the positive gradient. His father notes he could come in more than 30lbs lighter for his four-belt shootout this weekend.

You can see Tyson is in fabulous shape, He's grinded and he's worked his a** off, ...I just think myself Usyk has to bring something that we haven't done before.... John Fury to iFL TV

Over the past few years, Fury’s fight weight has fluctuated between the mid-260-pound mark and the high end of the 270lbs. In his last fight against Francis Ngannou, Fury weighed in at a career-high 277.7 pounds.

Everyone saw the result of “Slob Fury.” The lowest Tyson Fury ever shelled on the scale was 245.5lbs for his 2012 Vinny Maddalone bout. Meanwhile, his best hedge was Wladimir Klitschko in 2015 at 247. Fans have noticed a more ripped Fury for his clash with the Ukrainian. Now, the underlying issue is if he could retain his power with a 30-pound drop.

This article first appeared on FirstSportz and was syndicated with permission.

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