The highly anticipated rematch between WBC, WBO, and WBA heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury is set to make history in more ways than one. In a move that could reshape the future of boxing, the fight will feature the use of an artificial intelligence (A.I.) judge for scoring—a first in professional boxing.
Thanks to the efforts of a Saudi powerbroker, this technological experiment will debut on one of the sport’s grandest stages. The A.I. system, designed to enhance accuracy and transparency in scoring, aims to address the controversies often associated with human judges.
The technology will analyze real-time fight data, including punch impact, frequency, and movement patterns, to deliver unbiased and consistent scores. While traditional judges will still oversee the fight and provide official scores, the A.I. judge will operate in parallel, offering a comparison to the human verdict.
Supporters of the initiative believe it marks a turning point for boxing, bringing more credibility to the sport by minimizing errors and potential bias. Critics, however, question whether technology can fully grasp the nuances and art of boxing, such as ring control and defensive strategies.
The stakes couldn’t be higher for Usyk and Fury, who will face off in Saudi Arabia under the watchful eyes of both the global audience and this revolutionary A.I. system. Whether this experiment succeeds or sparks further debate, it is undoubtedly a bold step toward integrating technology into professional boxing.
As the sport embraces innovation, all eyes will be on the outcome of this rematch—not just for the fighters but for the future of boxing itself.
