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The world of boxing recently witnessed one of its most anticipated fights. YouTuber turned boxer, Jake Paul, faced his longtime nemesis, Tommy Fury, at a scintillating showdown on February 26, 2023. While Fury went on to score an impressive victory, there was a thought that remained persistent in the minds of boxing fans. The question about who would be the perfect potential opponent for Fury’s next fight. And it looks like a few fingers are pointing at none other than Muhammad Ali‘s grandson, Nico Ali Walsh.
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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – FEBRUARY 23: Jake Paul and Tommy Fury (R) clash during the Jake Paul v Tommy Fury Press Conference on February 23, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)
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Fury faced Paul at the Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arabia. Moreover, he went on to win the fight via decision. Fury said in the post-fight interview, “It is just the best feeling in the world because over the last two and a half years. This is all that has consumed my life. Walking out in public ‘you backed out of two fights, you’re scared of Jake Paul, you are not a real fighter’. Tonight I showed everyone that I am not scared of anyone and I can cut it at the big dance.”
The brother of the current heavyweight champion vs the grandson of the legendary heavyweight champion is the next biggest fight 😤😤 #Boxing #PaulFury #CatchWeight 🥊🥊🥊🥊🤣🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/9cKjUpCoQ5
— Danny (@dantheboxingman) February 26, 2023
Meanwhile, a Twitter user suggested a matchup between Fury and Ali Walsh. And also shed light on the iconic status their families had in the sport of boxing. It is also worth noting that both Fury and Ali Walsh have very similar professional boxing records.
Fans react to the prospect of Tommy Fury fighting Nico Ali Walsh
Boxing fans were intrigued by the idea of a potential Fury vs Ali Walsh fight. In fact, a lot of them took to social media to share their thoughts about the same.
Truthfully, this is good matchmaking. #boxing #itiswhatitis https://t.co/rfDD9yWsJ7
— Lou DiBella (@loudibella) February 26, 2023
Boxing promoter, Lou DiBella, felt that it was an impressive matchup.
Ali wash has been making great strides in his Las few fights
— ꓄꒐ꉔꄲꇙ (@LA_MadeMe) February 27, 2023
Now that’s a interesting fight we can talk about!!🔥
— Carlos Adame Jr (@hollyhoodlos) February 27, 2023
Similarly, many fans also nodded in agreement about it being a great matchup. Moreover, user @LA_MadeMe mentioned that Ali Walsh has been showcasing great performances.
Ngl unlike Tommy I actually see skill in Nico lmao he’d very likely beat up Tommy 😂
— B0xNrd (@JDZephyr1) February 26, 2023
Meanwhile, user @JDZephyr1 stated that Ali Walsh would surely defeat Fury.
A Catchweight at what weight?
— Mykal(Michael) Fox (@ProfessorMyke) February 27, 2023
Ali Walsh is at 160 and fury is at 175.
— Hawkeye_22 (@22_hawkeye) February 27, 2023
However, a few users also pointed out the start weight difference between the duo. What are your thoughts about Fury fighting Ali Walsh? Let us know in the comments below.
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