Michael Bisping’s Advice: Usyk Needs a Knockout Against Fury

As boxing fans gear up for the highly anticipated rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, UFC veteran Michael Bisping has some serious advice for Usyk: don’t leave it to the judges. With the controversial scoring in boxing today, Bisping’s warning couldn’t be more relevant.

Why Judges Can’t Be Trusted

Bisping’s call for a knockout isn’t just about wanting to see a spectacular finish—it’s about the shaky ground on which boxing judging stands. Sure, Usyk took home a solid decision win in their first fight, but Bisping isn’t convinced that relying on judges is a smart move this time. “Don’t leave it to the judges,” he said, highlighting the growing frustration from both fighters and fans over questionable scorecards.

Boxing has seen its fair share of head-scratching decisions. Remember the Lennox Lewis vs. Evander Holyfield fight? Lewis clearly dominated, but somehow it ended in a draw. Fans were furious, and it felt like a slap in the face to anyone who knows the sport. More recently, Fury’s fight with Francis Ngannou also stirred the pot. Ngannou knocked Fury down but still lost by decision, leaving many scratching their heads, wondering what the judges were watching.

Usyk’s Strategy: Go Big or Go Home

With all that in mind, Bisping believes Usyk needs to come out swinging. He’s got to either knock Fury out or control the fight from the opening bell. “He’s going to have to either knock him out or dominate him from start to finish,” Bisping stated. The last thing Usyk wants is to find himself relying on judges who might not see things his way.

In their first match, Usyk almost had Fury on the ropes—literally. He came close to stopping him, but the referee intervened just in time. Bisping insists Usyk can’t let that happen again. He needs to be relentless and take the fight to Fury every single round. With Usyk’s impressive technical skills, he can definitely pull this off if he keeps the pressure on and doesn’t let up.

The Growing Frustration with Boxing Judging

Fans aren’t just upset about a few bad calls; they’re downright fed up. Recently, the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event had people buzzing with outrage over the scoring. In a fight between underdog Armando Casamonica and Lucas Bahdi, many thought Casamonica clearly won, yet the judges scored it in favor of Bahdi. Social media exploded with fans shouting “robbery!” This kind of stuff is becoming way too common, and it’s starting to turn people off from the sport.

Even in the Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano bout, where Taylor kept her title under questionable circumstances, folks were left scratching their heads. Taylor had a point deducted for some clinching, but she still walked away with the win. Incidents like these only add fuel to the fire, making fans demand better from boxing’s judging system.

Usyk’s Path to Victory

As Oleksandr Usyk gets ready to face Tyson Fury again, he knows he has to go all out to avoid any judging nightmares. Michael Bisping’s advice is spot on: go for the knockout or dominate every round. In a sport where shady judging can flip a fight on its head, a clear and decisive victory is the best way to ensure Usyk walks away with his hand raised.

So, boxing fans, as we count down to the rematch, let’s hope Usyk brings his A-game and leaves no room for doubt. After all, no one wants to see another fight end with a scorecard that doesn’t reflect what actually happened in the ring.