TYSON FURY revealed he has a phobia of worms, which he blames on his younger brother.
Fury is considered the best boxer in the world thanks to his stunning 34-match undefeated streak, which has seen him winning a staggering 33 times along the way.
The Gypsy King poses as a titan of the game with his devastating power, defensive prowess and crafty footwork.
That of course is combined with the Mancunian's brash character and non-stop banter which gets him under the skin of his boxing opponents.
However, even a brave fighter like himself is not without weakness as he confirmed there is one fear he just can't face.
The 35-year-old revealed he can't even stand the sight of worms due to childhood trauma.
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For that, the WBC world heavyweight champion blames his brother Shane who would prank him when they were kids by placing worms into his wellies.
Fury told The Mail on the red carpet at Tuesday's grand arrivals press event: "I have a phobia of worms.
"I am absolutely terrified of worms. It's because my little brother Shane used to fill my wellies up with worms.
"He used to pick out the biggest worms. I still have nightmares about it now, even when I see adult size welly boots.
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"So, yeah I am absolutely terrified of worms. There you go!"
Fury is now set to face UFC legend Francis Ngannou in a boxing fight on Saturday in Saudi Arabia.
And thankfully for the British superstar, there is not much Ngannou can do with worms once they step inside the ring in Riyadh…
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