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Tyson Fury

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Height / weight2.06 m / 126 kg
Born12 Aug 1988 (37 years)
NationalityUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
NicknameThe Gypsy King

Tyson Fury, known famously as “The Gypsy King,” is a recently retired professional boxer from the United Kingdom. He is a two-time world heavyweight champion, having held the WBC title from 2020 to 2024 and previously holding the unified WBA, IBF, and WBO titles after a monumental upset victory in 2015.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Tyson Luke Fury was born on August 12, 1988, in Manchester, England, United Kingdom. The towering British fighter stands 206 cm tall with an extraordinary wingspan of 216 cm.

Fury has competed exclusively in the heavyweight division throughout his professional career. He is celebrated for his unique and unconventional boxing style, combining immense size with remarkable agility, footwork, and defensive skills from an orthodox stance.

A well-known figure of Irish Traveller heritage, he is a dedicated family man, married to his wife Paris, with whom he has seven children. The family resides in Morecambe, England.

Career

Fury turned pro in 2008 after a successful amateur period that saw him win the ABA super-heavyweight title. His rise through the heavyweight ranks culminated in a stunning 2015 victory over the long-dominant Wladimir Klitschko, capturing the unified world championships in a massive upset.

After this win, Fury took a lengthy hiatus from the sport to address personal and mental health challenges. His return to the ring is one of boxing's great comeback stories, leading to a legendary and defining trilogy with knockout artist Deontay Wilder.

Their first bout in 2018 ended in a controversial draw, with Fury miraculously rising from a final-round knockdown. He left no doubt in the 2020 rematch, dominating Wilder to capture the WBC Heavyweight title. Their third fight in 2021, a brutal, back-and-forth classic, saw Fury secure a knockout victory and was widely named Fight of the Year.

His reign as champion ended in a May 2024 undisputed title clash against Oleksandr Usyk, where he lost a close decision. Fury announced his retirement from boxing in January 2025.

Career Record:

Total - 37

Wins – 34

  • By knockout – 24
  • By decision - 10

Losses – 2

  • By knockout – 0
  • By decision – 2

Draws - 1

Medal Record

  • 2008 - English National Championships, Men’s Super-Heavyweight, Gold
  • 2007 - EU Junior Championships, Men’s Super-Heavyweight, Gold
  • 2007 - European Junior Championships, Men’s Super-Heavyweight, Silver
  • 2006 - World Junior Championships, Men’s Super-Heavyweight, Bronze

Tyson Fury FAQ

Where is Tyson Fury from?

Tyson Fury was born in Manchester, England.

How many world titles has Tyson Fury won?

Tyson Fury has won all four major world titles (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO) at different points in his career, holding the unified championship once and later the WBC championship for several years.

What is Tyson Fury's professional record?

Fury's professional boxing record is 34 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw.

What is Tyson Fury's greatest accomplishment?

His greatest accomplishment is his comeback from a nearly three-year hiatus to become a two-time world heavyweight champion, including his legendary trilogy against Deontay Wilder.

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