Tyson Fury said he could fight southpaw against Dillian Whyte

Before each match, Tyson Fury will habitually talk a lot. However, only the British boxer knows how much of it is true. Even the story of retirement after the match against Whyte – something Fury has mentioned repeatedly in recent days – is not necessarily accurate. Mr. John – Fury’s father – laughed when hearing this story and affirmed that the story of Fury hanging up his gloves was just “nonsense”.

Or like in the second match with Deontay Wilder, “Gypsy King” announced that he was broken from the first competition and affirmed that he would change tactics. Fury said he will pursue an overwhelming fighting style and KO his opponent. Many people believe that this is just Fury’s trick to confuse Wilder.

Everyone thinks that Fury moves better and has better arm span, so he wouldn’t be foolish to play a double attack with “KO machine” Wilder. However, when he went on stage, Fury did it for real. And it works. Fury knocked Wilder down twice before getting the final victory in round 7.

Now, just a few days before entering the WBC title defense match with opponent Dillian Whyte, Fury is attracting attention again. During a press conference last week, Fury confirmed that he plays golf to increase his arm strength. At a media training session on April 19, Fury announced that he could switch to using his left hand.

Fury during training session on April 19

Obviously, there is little reason for Fury to switch to southpaw against Whyte. And the champion himself doesn’t need to do that. In fact, “Gypsy King” has many advantages, enough to defeat opponents without any changes.

However, Fury has a very keen eye, able to see what most of us do not realize. Maybe Fury is acting as a hoax, but it could also be true. It wasn’t until Fury appeared on the radio that fans had the correct answer.

“I fought almost like a southpaw fighter in training camp,” Fury revealed. “Let’s see which strategy works. If it doesn’t work, we’ll switch back to orthodox. I’ll try and see how it goes.”

The pressure is now on Whyte again. The British puncher is probably not prepared to deal with a southpaw Fury. In case of psychological fluctuations, it cannot be ruled out that Whyte will become confused and change the previously proposed strategy.

The beauty of Fury is that you can’t capture the “Gypsy King”. The most certain thing is probably that the British boxer will sing every time he wins. Not long ago, Fury announced that he had changed his training plan to avoid monotony. So far, what Fury did in training camp is still working. A few years ago, some experts might have doubted Fury’s punching power. But when “Gypsy King” destroyed Wilder’s chin, that thought was gone.

Fury is preparing to enter his 14th year of professional competition and does not have many goals left to aim for, as the puncher himself admitted. Fury is currently considered the number 1 heavyweight puncher in the world and holds the WBC title in his hand. Fury also became rich and did not have to worry about finances even if he hung up his gloves at this time.

However, Fury still competes because of his passion for boxing – something “Gypsy King” was introduced to when he was just a boy.

“I wish I could fight all day. I would enjoy it. I like punching and being punched. It’s great. Some people will understand what I’m saying. But for most others, it I say it sounds stupid. I simply love competing. I can’t stay in the ring forever, but I have to admit I love it. Perhaps this is the only time I feel truly happy.”

Talking more about training, Fury often changes lesson plans to find something new. This time, with a serious face, Fury mentioned golf.

“We hit a lot of shots here in Lancashire,” Fury said. “I think golf helps me improve my right-handed shots. I put my shoulders in position and send the ball away. Hitting the ball 400 yards (365m) really helps me. I also really I do that a lot now. I probably hit 150-200 shots a day. We also do a few other things to make a difference.”

If he can hit a golf ball 365m, Fury should consider changing careers. Of course, that’s just an exaggerated statement from Fury.

Regardless, “Gypsy King” is still one of the most interesting fighters in boxing at the present time. Therefore, 94 thousand seats at Wembley this weekend will be filled. Fury is dangerous, both in and out of the ring. Boxing really needs people like Fury.

Whyte alone does not.