OLEKSANDR USYK achieved another controversial victory over Tyson Fury, reclaiming his heavyweight championship.

Seven months following their split-decision bout, the judges rendered a clear unanimous score of 116-112 in favor of Usyk.

The Gypsy King reacted dramatically by leaving the ring in frustration, while his promoter Frank Warren was visibly shocked by the scorecards.

Here’s how SunSport’s Wally Downes evaluated the match…

Round 1

The regulations appeared to be ignored as Fury arrived at 11:15 pm local time, flaunting a beard that could make even Brian Blessed envious.

If his facial hair was unexpected, the sight of his belly as the cameras captured him shirtless in the locker room was alarming.

His red shorts were pulled up so high that they almost covered his considerable girth—one inch higher, and he could have tucked his nipples in there.

Fury tried to scare Usyk with his intense stare during their final face-off, but the champion remained composed.

The fighters exchanged jabs and tested each other with their lead hands. Usyk landed lefts into Fury’s soft midsection, followed by a headshot that won him the first round. Usyk.

Round 2

Usyk opened the round with a sharp one-two to Fury’s head, before returning his focus to body shots, landing lefts that even made Fury wobble briefly.

However, the Gypsy King retaliated with a triple jab followed by a strong right hand to claim the round.

Yet, there were no apparent signs of the body shots and uppercuts that had helped him secure the middle rounds in their May meeting. Fury.

Round 3

Usyk landed several jabs to Fury’s body and a left hand to the head, applying pressure on Fury.

Fury threw a small check hook and even switched to a southpaw stance, but his attempts to damage Usyk remained ineffective. Usyk.

Round 4

Fury started off strong with a powerful right hand.

However, Usyk quickly responded with two effective left hands.

Fury countered with a solid right hand that pushed Usyk back, following up with an uppercut that broke through Usyk’s defenses. Draw.

Round 5

Fury took control early in the round with a sharp right hand right from the start.

He was cautioned for delivering rabbit punches as he tried to put pressure on the champion.

Usyk absorbed a lead left uppercut, followed by a series of body shots that forced him to retreat for recovery. Fury.

Round 6

Fury looked troubled as Usyk focused on his struggling body with powerful left shots.

Then, Usyk switched to head hunting and landed a solid shot to Fury’s head.

The Morecambe giant appeared shaken and kept a low profile for the rest of the round. Usyk.

Round 7

This round was quieter, featuring a precise one-two from Fury and a single left hand from Usyk. Draw.

Round 8

A one-two-hook combination worked effectively for Usyk as he set the pace and pressured Fury, who tried to hide his substantial frame.

An accidental clash of heads fortunately resulted in no injuries.

Fury made a weak attempt to counterattack, but Usyk simply smiled and shook his head in response. Usyk.

Round 9

Fury showed signs of exhaustion, weighed down by his size, while Usyk took full advantage of the opportunity to maneuver around him.

He was simply too large to dance around and counter effectively.

Fury found himself in a matchup dominated by an exceptionally fit Usyk. Usyk.

Round 10

Fury managed to land a rare uppercut and attempted to work on Usyk’s body. He tried to maintain control of the center of the ring but received several hits in response.

Fury engaged in clinching to drain Usyk’s energy but was met with a left to the cheek instead.

A powerful left from Usyk landed cleanly, sending beads of sweat flying off Fury’s head.

While Fury countered with an uppercut, Usyk’s relentless pressure and strikes were decisive factors. Usyk.

Round 11

These rounds could ultimately determine the fight’s outcome. Usyk was more active while Fury’s uppercut only grazed Usyk’s guard.

Fury was caught by a combination from Usyk, deflating his momentum.

Usyk pressed on tirelessly, outpacing and outpunching the now-exhausted 20st Fury. Usyk.

Round 12

Fury entered this round aware that he needed a strong performance, but this allowed Usyk to counter successfully.

A series of three consecutive punches landed for the Ukrainian champion.

Nevertheless, Fury continued to fight back, swinging wildly and adjusting his shorts that had slipped from the sweat Usyk had forced out of him.

As part of the crowd booed and jeered, both fighters engaged in a final slugfest for the last ten seconds. Usyk.

SunSport’s scorecards: Usyk 118-112 Fury.