Darren Barker speaks to Boxing UK about Tyson Fury: Greedy, No Legacy, Avoiding Usyk
Barker expressed his mixed feelings about Fury’s recent decisions, seemingly torn between the routes of financial gain and boxing greatness.
“Fury’s got absolute fortunes. But, greatness only happens through real fighters fighting the likes of Usyk. Is he afraid of losing? If you’re afraid of losing that, there’s a difference here. Perhaps, what terms are you after? What is it you’re after?”
Barker questioned Fury’s motives. He asked if the heavyweight champion is content with his financial success, or if his ambitions lie in etching his name amongst the greatest in the boxing hall of fame.
Fury’s Fear of Losing?
Barker continued his analysis, pondering whether Fury’s reluctance to face certain opponents might be rooted in a fear of losing rather than the fight itself.
“He’s certainly not afraid of it, let’s get it right. But, is he afraid of losing to Usyk? There’s a difference here. If you’re afraid of losing that, oh, perhaps, what terms are you after?”
Towards the end, Barker emphasized his desire to see Fury step up against the best in the business. He expressed his disappointment as a fan, yearning for the matches that would truly test Fury’s toughness.
“I’m desperate to see that fight. Can you imagine now, on the same show, two semi-finals, AJ, Wilder? Can you imagine it’s twice in a year, in a year? So, I’m disappointed. I understand people taking the fight for the money. But how much is enough?”
Darren Barker’s insights during the interview provided an interesting perspective on Tyson Fury’s career decisions and potential future paths. Regardless of the controversy and speculation, one thing remains certain: the boxing world will continue to eagerly watch as Fury’s enigmatic career unfolds.
