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The last time we saw Tyson Fury in the ring was after his second loss to Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024.

After his first career loss against Usyk, Fury seemed to have a chip on his shoulder for the rematch. He wasn't giving us his full bubbly character, he had a big beard and the fire seemed to have completely gone by the time the bout ended.

But we've seen a refreshed Fury this week - clean shaven with a new glow and putting on a show for the media.

At Thursday's news conference Fury described himself as "speedy, skilful, handsome and destructive".

"I've never lost my speed of reactions. I've still got it - 100%," Fury added. "I'm looking for as good a performance as it can be after [nearly] 16 months out. I must have done 500 rounds of sparring to prepare."

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Arslanbek Makhmudov, born and raised in Russa, relocated to Canada before making his professional debut in 2017.

His first 17 fights as a professional took place in North America - mainly in Canada.

Makhmudov's standout trait has to be his knockout percentage, with 19 of his 21 victories coming via that route.

Makhmudov fought for the first time on British soil in October, beating Dave Allen on points in Sheffield, but tonight represents a big step up in venue with Tottenham Hotspur Stadium capable of holding over 60,000 spectators.

With a 90% knockout rate against a man who has never been knocked out as a pro. Who will come out on top?

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Fury started fight week looking uncharacteristically quiet - well, by his standards anyway.

But the second he got a microphone in his hand, the old showman was back.

He’s been in relative good form, delivering a classic monologue at Thursday's news conference where he took aim at his heavyweight rivals, his doubters, and even Tottenham Hotspur - joking that they’ve been "rubbish" lately.

Fury was in a jovial mood at Friday's weigh-in too. He's had his wife, children and brothers with him all week. He appears to be a happy fighter.

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Despite enjoying some crowning moments, Tyson Fury has put in a few lacklustre performances across his 37-fight career.

In 2013, Fury was deducted a point for a headbutt and knocked down against Steve Cunningham but recovered to win by knockout.

Fury has a habit of only performing to the level of his opponent and that was the case in fights against Francesco Pianeta and Otto Wallin when he suffered a big cut next to his eye.

He also put in an underwhelming performance in a crossover fight with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. Fury was dropped in the third round but salvaged a points victory.

And there was also the double header with Oleksandr Usyk. Fury was certain he could be the man to land a first defeat on Usyk when they met for undisputed status in 2024.

Usyk outboxed Fury across two successive contests.

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BBC Sport at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tyson Fury hasn't laced up the gloves for 16 months. We’ve heard the retirement and comeback stories so many times now, and even the most die-hard fans are getting a bit weary of the cycle.

But ring rust is a very real thing. After those brutal wars with Oleksandr Usyk and another stint on the sidelines, will his timing and sharpness be there?

Tyson Fury enjoyed a 15-year unbeaten run to begin his career - picking up 35 victories along the way.

The Gypsy King reigned as heavyweight world champion twice during that sequence between 2008 and 2023.

Fury's win over Wladimir Klitschko in 2015 to become the WBA, IBF and WBO champion was the moment he hit the mainstream.

Klitschko had been world champion since 2006 and was on a 22-fight win streak.

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Fury has fought through a couple of trilogies in his career.

His three fights with Derek Chisora didn't have a great deal of jeopardy but his three meetings with Deontay Wilder were blockbuster.

After drawing the first contest in 2018, Fury stopped the American to win the WBC belt in 2020.

Their third bout was another cracker as Fury survived two knockdowns to defend his belt with an 11th-round knockout.

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Even the world of football is excited for Fury's return to the ring!

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Conor Benn has some blood wiped from the corner of his eye as he raises his arm for a muted celebration.

It's not a performance that will set the world alight but he did the job against a former world champion, albeit one that is now 37, in Regis Prograis.

Benn wants to face WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia next.

What do you think of his chances if that bout comes to fruition?

And there it is.

All three judges score it 98-92 in Conor Benn's favour.

Right, the two fighters are in the middle and it looks like we are going to get the decision.

Andre Ward
Retired two-weight world champion on Netflix

What we've seen tonight is 70% Conor Benn and everything he brings, but 30% Regis Prograis and what he doesn't have anymore.

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Prograis ends up on his backside but it's a push from Benn and not deemed a knockdown.

Prograis is backed into the corner and comes out aggressively with his head. It's another warning from the referee after they clash and Benn wipes some blood from around his eye.

A pretty tame final round comes to an end and this should be a wide points win for Benn.

It hasn't been a classic.

Chris Eubank Jr is ringside and was speaking to someone on the phone in that previous round.

Three minutes to go.

David Haye
Former world heavyweight champion on Netflix

Benn's pace, fitness and conditioning... he looks the same as he did in the first round. I don't know why this was a ten-rounder!

We barely get going with the action when the referee calls time and has a word with Prograis about leading with his head. A touch of gloves and they get back to it.

Benn is still committing to the big shots and it looks like he has Prograis rocked when he comes up and connects with a right hook. Prograis' legs wobble but he steadies himself and sees out the round.

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Conor Benn's father, Nigel, has looked quite cool, calm and collected at ringside.

Is that nerves? Or is he confident his son will be victorious?

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Benn is getting really spiteful with his shots now. Prograis is not moving his feet well at all and he's a sitting duck.

Prograis plants a straight left on Benn's chin as the Briton steps into range.

Benn ends the round on the front foot but Prograis tries to play out it off and calls on his opponent as the bell rings.

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