Dillian Whyte Calls for Rematch With Tyson Fury, Accuses Fellow Boxer of Cheating in KO Loss

Dillian Whyte Calls for Rematch With Tyson Fury, Accuses Fellow Boxer of Cheating in KO Loss

Chukwu Ikechukwu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:01 PM
  • Tyson Fury's fight-winning shot was allegedly followed by an "illegal" shove in the sixth round of their world title battle, according to Dillian Whyte
  • Whyte was knocked out by Fury in the sixth round as the Gypsy King defended WBC heavyweight title
  • The undefeated Fury has been linked with an undisputed world title fight against the winner of Anthony Joshua's rematch with Oleksandr Usyk

Dillian Whyte has insisted Tyson Fury gets away with many things and has accused the Gypsy King of cheating during their WBC heavyweight fight on Saturday, April 23.

Fury had sensationally knocked out Whyte in the sixth round of the bout in front of a 94,000 sell-out Wembley Stadium to retain his WBC heavyweight title.

Dillian Whyte, Tyson Fury, WBC Heavyweight title, Wembley Stadium, Anthony Joshua
Dillian Whyte says he was shoved by Tyson Fury which led to him hitting his head on the ground. Photo by Julian Finney
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According to a report via Daily Mirror, Dillian Whyte has claimed Tyson Fury's fight-winning shot was followed by an "illegal" shove in the sixth round of their world title clash.

"The uppercut landed; I was buzzed but as I was trying to gather my senses he full-on shoved me and I fell over and hit my head on the canvas which is illegal.
"This isn't wrestling, this is boxing, but as usual, they let Fury do what he wants and get away with it.
"Tyson Fury gets away with a lot of things; he said he wants to retire but I hope he doesn't retire because I want another go."

Fury hints at retirement after retaining WBC title

Meanwhile, Tyson Fury might be dropping his gloves after retaining his WBC Heavyweight title against Dillian Whyte on Saturday, April 23.

According to Sky Sports, Fury disclosed he had promised his wife he was going to retire from the sport after his trilogy fight with America, Deontey Wilder.

The Gypsy King remains undefeated in his career as his victory against Dillian Whyte increased his record of wins to 32 and one draw of his 33 professional bouts.

Fury reveals his secret to boxing success

Earlier, Sports Brief reported WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has disclosed that his illustrious career in boxing is down to 'masturbating seven times a day'.

The 33-year-old British boxer, who is currently preparing to defend his belt against Jamaican-born British boxer Dillian Whyte on April 23.

Fury made his professional boxing debut in 2008. He holds an astonishing feat in the heavyweight boxing division with 32 bouts, 31 wins and only one draw.

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Chukwu Ikechukwu
Chukwu Ikechukwu Godwin is a journalist with over 9 years of experience in the Nigerian media industry. He has worked both in Radio (Today FM, Rhythm FM, Wish FM) and Television (Silverbird TV) as a Sports Analyst..
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