Eddie Hearn changes Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk prediction for the THIRD time in bold U-turn

Eddie Hearn has changed his prediction for a THIRD time as he has named who he thinks will come out on top between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.

The monstrous undisputed clash between Fury and Usyk is just over a week away following the postponement in February.

Fury will defend his WBC belt against Usyk, who will put his WBA (super), IBF and WBO titles on the line when they meet in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 18.

The self-proclaimed 'Gypsy King' looks to be in the best shape of his career as he seeks to become the undisputed heavyweight champion.

In response, the undefeated Ukrainian issued a five-word message on social media.

Ahead of Fury and Usyk going to battle for all the marbles, Matchroom chief Hearn has made a stunning U-turn in his prediction.

The English promoter originally sided with his fellow countryman before picking the former cruiserweight world champion.

But the 44-year-old now believes Fury will not only win but also stop Usyk.

On X, he wrote: "Changed my mind again. Fury by stoppage."

Hearn's charge Anthony Joshua could face the winner down the line once Fury and Usyk have their contracted rematch.

And the former world heavyweight champion reckons his former foe will do the business, calling him a 'phenomenal' fighter.

"I've fought Usyk so I can only speak on what I've experienced with him - phenomenal fighter, I would say he's gonna do a really good job," he said.

"I've never fought Fury, so I can't speak on what it's like to face him. Only speaking on what I know, I have to say Usyk will be victorious."

Joshua lost his world titles to Usyk before losing the immediate rematch.

But 'AJ' has since rattled off four wins in row, including big wins over Otto Wallin and Francis Ngannou.