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SportsTyson Fury kisses opponent Mariusz Wach in 6th round, wins by TKO in 7th in Thailand bout
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Tyson Fury caused a stir in his second fight since returning from retirement, kissing opponent Mariusz Wach in the 6th round of their bout in Thailand. Fury dominated the fight and won by technical knockout in the 7th round. The former world champion had also attempted to kiss Wach at the weigh-in and pulled a similar stunt against Tom Schwarz in 2019. Despite the victory, doubts remain about Fury's physical condition for a major fight. Fans hope for a bout against Anthony Joshua, who faces Kristian Prenga in Riyadh. Fury's promoter Frank Warren stated that the main obstacle is financial: Fury will fight Joshua if the price is right, and the location will be determined by money. The fight was not televised.
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Tyson Fury has once again made headlines for his unconventional behavior in the ring. In his second fight since returning from retirement in April, the "Gypsy King" faced Poland's Mariusz Wach in Thailand — and kissed his opponent during the sixth round.
The moment was the highlight of a bout that Fury dominated from start to finish, winning by technical knockout in the seventh round. The former world champion was so in control that he could afford such antics. Notably, the fight was not broadcast on television.
Fury appeared quite taken with his opponent. He had already attempted to kiss Wach during the weigh-in before the fight. He pulled a similar stunt in 2019 against Germany's Tom Schwarz, whom he also defeated decisively.
Fury couldn't help but laugh. Photo: Seconds Out/youtube
Doubts Remain Over Fury's Form
Despite his second victory since returning to the ring, questions persist about whether Fury is physically capable of taking on top-tier opponents again. Fans are dreaming of another fight against former world champion Anthony Joshua.
However, Joshua will first face Albania's Kristian Prenga in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Should Joshua win that bout, a clash between the two British heavyweights is expected in November.
The Money Question
The biggest obstacle to a Fury-Joshua fight may not be Fury's form, but the financial terms. His promoter Frank Warren explained:
"What will motivate Tyson is the financial aspect. I believe he can beat AJ – and Tyson and his team share that view. It's mainly about the value of the fight. It's a big fight with a lot of money at stake. Tyson has his price. If he gets that price, he'll step into the ring and fight him. The money will decide where the fight takes place – it's that simple. They'll go where the money is. They're professional boxers; they step into the ring and get beaten for money."
Until then, Fury has ample time to get back into shape.
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