Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 fight week schedule: When are the press conferences, weigh-ins and workouts?

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury's highly anticipated rematch is now upon us, as the duo prepare to headline Riyadh Season's Reignited on Saturday live on DAZN Pay-Per-View.

The Cat and the Gypsy King meet at the Kingdom Arena in the Saudi Arabian city for the second time this year, following their first undisputed heavyweight clash back in May.

On that occasion, Usyk took the fight by a split decision, and though he no longer holds all four belts, there is still plenty on the line for both men as they go toe-to-toe once more.

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Fight week looks set to deliver no shortage of chances to catch both men too and all the undercard fighters, with plenty of fanfare for the grand arrivals, media workouts, press conferences and weigh-ins.

So just when will it all take place in Riyadh? Read on for the full fight week schedule for Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 - all of which is live on DAZN.

Usyk vs. Fury 2 fight week schedule

When are the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 Grand Arrivals?

The Grand Arrivals, which will see the main fighters and their entourage introduced to signal the start of the fight week festivities, is a first chance to catch the stars in the flesh.

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury's Grand Arrivals are will take place locally at 8pm KSA on Tuesday, December 17.

That means it will all unfold at 5pm in the United Kingdom, and 12pm ET and 9am PT on either coast of the United States.

 

When are the Usyk vs. Fury 2 media workouts?

The media workouts, which will see the main fighters hold an open training session in front of the press and other guests, allows for a closer look at the form of the stars.

This session will also host six fights too. These include London's Chris Kongo versus Yusuph Metu; Blackpool's Jake Abrol against Ramiro Garcia Lopez; and Scotland's Luke Bibby up against Telford's Kirk Stevens.

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury's media workouts are will take place locally at 7pm KSA on Wednesday, December 18.

That means it will all unfold at 4pm in the United Kingdom, and 11am ET and 8am PT on either coast of the United States.

 

When are the Usyk vs. Fury 2 press conferecnces?

The press conferences, which will see the main fighters take questions from the media and hold some preliminary face-offs, often helps set the tone for a fight week.

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury's press conferences are will take place locally at 6pm KSA on Thursday, December 19.

That means it will all unfold at 4pm in the United Kingdom, and 10am ET and 7am PT on either coast of the United States.

 

When are the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 weigh-ins?

The weigh-ins, which features both fighters measure their weight before their encounters, is the last time they will be seen by many before the big dance itself.

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury's weigh-ins are will take place locally at 8pm KSA on Friday, December 20.

That means it will all unfold at 5pm in the United Kingdom, and 12pm ET and 9am PT on either coast of the United States.

When is Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 fight?

Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury's rematch on Saturday (December 21), will be held at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 

The live DAZN broadcast will begin at 4pm GMT; 11AM ET; 7pm KSA.

Usyk versus Fury is set to get underway at 11pm GMT; 6pm ET; 1am KSA.

• Date: Saturday December 21
• Main fightcard start time: 4pm GMT; 11AM ET; 7pm KSA
• Usyk vs. Fury main event ringwalk (approx): 11pm GMT; 6pm ET; 2am KSA.

 

Usyk vs. Fury 2: Tale of the tape

Oleksandr Usyk record and bio

• Nationality:  Ukrainian
• Date of birth:  January 17, 1987 
• Height:  6' 3"  
• Reach:  78"  
• Total fights : 22  
• Record:  22-0 (14 KOs)  

Tyson Fury record and bio

• Nationality:  British  
• Date of birth:  August 12, 1988
• Height:  6' 9"  
• Reach:  85"
• Total fights:  36  
• Record:  34-1-1 (24 KOs)

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