“Won’t be open to bribes” – AI-powered judge monitoring Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury rematch sparks massive reactions

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to face off in a highly anticipated heavyweight title rematch. After suffering a narrow split-decision loss to the Ukrainian star in their first encounter, Fury is determined to reclaim his crown. However, the involvement of Saudi advisor Turki Alalshikh’s plans might shape a different outcome this time around.

Alalshikh has been hyping this fight for some time now and is extremely confident about its success. According to him, it is going to be the fight of the century as two of the best in boxing clash against one another. Recently, he shared the news about bringing an AI judge to avoid biases and human error. 

For the first time ever, an AI-powered judge will monitor the fight. Free from bias and human error brought to you by The Ring. This groundbreaking experiment, which won’t impact the official results, debuts during the biggest fight of the century, #Usyk2Fury, 

Turki Alalshikh via X 

Boxing as a sport has been filled with controversial decisions throughout its history. In order to tackle that, this fight is going to be a historical experiment that may change boxing forever. Apart from Alalshikh, UFC CEO Dana White has also talked about bringing something similar and aims to collaborate with Mark Zuckerberg. 

For the first time ever, an AI-powered judge will monitor the fight ? Free from bias and human error brought to you by The Ring. This groundbreaking experiment, which won’t impact the official results, debuts during the biggest fight of the century, #Usyk2Fury, on December 21 ?… pic.twitter.com/RdslVlBLRC

— TURKI ALALSHIKH (@Turki_alalshikh) December 17, 2024

If the fight at Kingdom Arena goes the distance, the result will still be decided by the traditional three ringside judges. However, the integration of advanced technology adds an intriguing dimension to the event. This new development has added a new layer of curiosity among fight fans.

Fight fans reaction to usage of AI-powered judge at Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk fight 

Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk is undoubtedly one of the biggest fights in recent times. After his first loss, Fury has sent some stern warning against Usyk ahead of the fight. He had sacrificed a lot during the fight camp and remains positive to get back his belt. On the other hand, Usyk is as confident as ever and doesn’t have any doubts about losing against the ‘Gypsy King.’ 

If the fight doesn’t end via knockout, both the fighters will have to depend upon the AI experiment that will undergo during the whole process. As expected, this has raised a variety of questions among fight fans. 

Least it wont be open to bribes like most boxing judges

— Slim_Pickings (@Slim_Picking5) December 17, 2024

Your excellency, a question— Will the AI judge take in outside information at any point before or during the fight?

And if so what information?

Like “Tale of the tape” stats or more than that?

— Kat Knott (@katharineknott) December 18, 2024

How about we put the judges in separate soundproof rooms with TVS to watch the fight with no sound ? . How about we try that experiment with 3 judges first.

— 112 Fighting Sports (@112FIGHTNSPORTS) December 17, 2024

can we see track record of AI judges in previous fights

how does it work?

— TraderSZ (@trader1sz) December 17, 2024

When will we see the judges scorecards displayed after each round ? That’s needed in the sport

— yousa’ FAT FAIZON LIE? (@Cutty757) December 17, 2024

I’m very intrigued. I wish I could see this data operate in real time based on judges scoring, my scoring, journalist scoring, respected people in the space scoring.

I obviously can’t and won’t have access but I will watch, judge the fight as I always do. To the best of my… pic.twitter.com/g2iYruCexg

— Ludis Charta (@LudisCharta) December 17, 2024

It would be awesome if this fixes the judging issue in combat sports. I’m sure it’s a couple of years out from being able to actually be used, but the concept is exciting.

— Zach “?????” Schumaker (@_SchuZ_) December 17, 2024

These AI judges better have thick skin because the world will be coming for them when they offer their first controversial decision.

— Leonardius Maximus IV (@leonardiusmax) December 17, 2024

this is gonna be revolutionary ??

— Zee (@zwitterati101) December 17, 2024

Turki is making more impact to combat sports in 5 years than most make in a lifetime

— Olin aka MMAnomaly? (@MMAnomaly) December 17, 2024

As Turki Alalshikh tries to bring huge innovation to the world of boxing, fans are curious about how it will work. Some talked about the potential benefits of this historic change and others mentioned its disadvantages. All the answers will be answered this weekend in Saudi Arabia.

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