The sparring partner of the Ukrainian boxer shared his expectations from the upcoming fight in the heavyweight division.
Alexander Usik’s sparring partner explains how Usik can become a full-fledged world champion. Darren Shealy, who is helping the Ukrainian boxer prepare for the fight with Tyson Fury, names the Ukrainian’s strengths.
The British boxer expressed confidence that the holder of the WBA, WBO and IBF titles will prevail in the fight, as he is the best in boxing.
“I think we tall boxers have an advantage in terms of punching and tempo, which is great. But we also take a little longer to land a punch because we have long reach. We have to keep an eye on it.”pace and number of punches, change the rhythm and level, using different punches at different angles. However, with Oleksandr Usyk and any other shorter boxer, this can be difficult if there is really good speed.
Fury will probably look good by keeping his distance, but Usik will need a few rounds to figure him out as his master, after which Alexander will prevail.
I think he will win in the next rounds or by unanimous decision. He is the best in boxing, the absolute champion of the first heavyweight division. And in less than a month he will be the full champion in the heavyweight division,” Mirror quoted Shili as saying.
We remind you that the fight for the title of absolute champion of the heavyweight division between Usik and Fury will take place on February 17 in the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh.
Earlier, the coach of New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker, Andy Lee, gave a forecast for the fight.
Source: korrespondent
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