The American believes that the Ukrainian is capable of becoming an absolute world champion.
Legendary American boxer Evander Holyfield told how Ukrainian Olexandr Usyk is able to defeat Briton Tyson Fury in a fight for the title of absolute world champion.
“I remember when I was abroad, and Usyk said to me: “I'm going to do the same thing as you.” If he fights with F' yuri will do it.
When I look at this fight, I see two good fighters, but Usyk has faster hands. ) to fight his style, he will lose. That's why I moved up to heavyweight. I realized that I would be the fastest opponent.
It makes a big difference. If a fighter has fast hands and good combinations, he is difficult stop. At one time, I had a significant evaga in this direction over guys who were taller and bigger than me. They just throw one or two punches and don't like to be hit back,” Boxingnews24.com quoted Holyfield as saying.
At the same time, the veteran noted that Usyk should not wait for an easy ride, because great boxers have significantly added speed and skills.
The winner of the fight between Usyk and Fury will become the absolute champion of the world in the heavyweight division. The Ukrainian boxer already held this title in the heavyweight division. Fury owns the WBC belt, while Usyk holds the WBO, WBA, IBO and IBF titles.
The date of the fight has not been confirmed yet.
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