Fury to meet world champion Klitschko in October


  • Boxing
  • Tuesday, 07 Jul 2015

Wladimir Klitschko reacts after defeating Bryant Jennings (not pictured) during their world championship heavyweight boxing fight at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

LONDON (Reuters) - Unbeaten British boxer Tyson Fury will get a shot at the world heavyweight title in October after agreeing terms for a meeting with champion Wladimir Klitschko.

The 39-year-old Ukrainian's WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO crowns will be on the line when the pair meet in the German city of Duesseldorf.

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