The judges' decision was far from unanimous; two of them scored it 57-56 in favor of Fury, while the third had it as a 57-57 draw. Understandably, KSI expressed his intention to appeal the decision. The fight itself was challenging to score for long stretches, with both fighters opting for a strategy of clinching rather than a more conventional boxing approach, constantly seeking that one game-changing punch.
Initially, KSI executed this strategy effectively, landing stronger right hands and putting Fury on the back foot. However, he found himself at a disadvantage due to a well-deserved point deduction for repeatedly striking behind the head.
Despite this, Fury managed to turn the tide as the fight progressed. However, his performance didn't stand out significantly, and it was questionable whether he deserved to win the final four rounds. Meanwhile, KSI visibly fatigued and resorted to holding during the latter half of the fight, resulting in a less thrilling contest than the pre-match hype had promised.
