Tyson Fury's Nickname

Last Modified Jul 17, 2024 12:30 GMT
Tyson Fury Nickname
Tyson Fury

Tyson Fury is undoubtedly one of the most entertaining and stunning active boxers to ever compete in the sport. His outspoken personality has all the way helped him build hype around his fights and his exceptional knockout power has helped him stay true to his words, following. Not all the boxers could stay true to what they promised to do before a matchup, but Fury has over time proved to do what he said. His rivalry matchups against Deontay Wilder and Dillian Whyte are prime examples of the champion’s connection with his words and actions.

Tyson Fury was a former unified champion and however, currently holds the World Boxing Council heavyweight championship to his name. With 35 professional matches, Fury is still undefeated in his career. He holds 34 wins (24 of them via knockout) and 1 draw.

The 35-year-old British boxer had his last outing against the former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou in a ten-rounder in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It was Ngannou’s boxing debut and Fury won the bout via a split decision. Even though Fury won the bout, fans around the world were excited about Ngannou being able to knock down Fury for the first time.

Moreover, Tyson Fury is set to make his next outing against the unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight title on May 18, 2024, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The bout is looked up as one of the most entertaining fights to take place in 2024 as both the heavyweights are considered knockout animals and are still undefeated in their careers so far.

Why is Tyson Fury called The Gypsy King?

Tyson Fury also goes by his moniker ‘The Gypsy King’ as he is considered to be having roots in Irish travelers. Both his mother's and father’s families have such a nomadic descent. Moreover, Fury is still undefeated in his career and undoubtedly the King of the heavyweight division. Hence, his nickname is said to contemplate his Irish decentry and his dominance in the sport.

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FAQs on Tyson Fury's Nickname

A. Tyson Fury also goes by his moniker ‘The Gypsy King’ as he is considered to be having roots in Irish travelers and both his mother's and father’s families have such a nomadic descent.

A. With 35 professional matches, Fury is still undefeated in his career and he holds 34 wins (24 of them via knockout) and 1 draw.

A. The 35-year-old British boxer had his last outing against the former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou in a ten-rounder in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Fury won the bout via a split decision. 

A. Tyson Fury is set to make his next outing against the unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight title on May 18, 2024, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

A. Tyson Fury is called ‘The Gypsy King.’

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