BBC Radio 5 Live and Sounds have acquired rights for audio commentary of the highly-anticipated Usyk vs. Fury rematch, scheduled for December 21.
- The rematch is part of the Riyadh Season and features a clash for WBC, WBA, and WBO heavyweight titles.
- BBC’s coverage includes live commentary from ringside, featuring renowned commentators and analysts.
- Listeners can enjoy a full day of sports coverage, with the fight as the marquee event, supplemented by Premier League commentary.
- The fight and coverage promise to deliver an exciting and historic boxing experience for fans.
BBC Radio 5 Live and Sounds have secured the rights for live audio commentary of the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, taking place during the Riyadh Season on December 21. This rematch is highly anticipated as it involves the WBC, WBA, and WBO heavyweight titles, marking it as a potentially era-defining fight.
The live coverage of the fight is set to commence at 9 pm local time, with Mark Chapman leading the presentation from Riyadh. The broadcast is available through BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds, and the BBC Sport Website. Commentary will be delivered by Ronald McIntosh alongside insights from former boxing champions George Groves and Anthony Crolla.
Fans can also follow the event via live text commentary starting at 8:00 pm GMT on the BBC Sport website and app, where video highlights will be accessible following the fight. This comprehensive coverage ensures that listeners have access to all the action and expert analysis both in the lead-up and during the fight night.
On the day of the event, 5 Live Sport will broadcast live from Riyadh, beginning at midday, providing detailed build-up to the fight along with coverage of other major sporting events. Besides the boxing spectacle, there is also live Premier League commentary available, further enhancing the day’s sports offerings.
Heidi Dawson, Controller of BBC Radio 5 Live and 5 Sports Extra, emphasized, “This rematch is one of the most anticipated in boxing history. Fans can follow all the action live on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds. 5 Live’s unmatched boxing coverage with commentary from Ronald McIntosh and analysis from Steve Bunce, George Groves and Anthony Crolla means listeners won’t miss a thing in the build-up and on the night.”
The forthcoming coverage of Usyk vs. Fury’s rematch by BBC is set to provide an exceptional experience for boxing enthusiasts.
