Frank considers Tyson the favorite in the fight with Usik for the title of absolute world champion
Frank WarrenWBC champion promoter Tyson Furycommented on the upcoming fight for the title of absolute world champion in heavyweight between his ward and the holder of the WBO/WBA/IBF/IBO belts Alexander Usik.
“Fury will be the winner. He will be able to take advantage of Usyk’s weaknesses.”
“Yes, Fury has stitches now, but in a couple of weeks they will look completely different. If he’s sure [в бою 18 мая], then I’m sure too. The relevant authorities are putting pressure on us to ensure that the fight takes place on time. But I’m sure it will happen.”
“Tyson will have six weeks of preparation. He has a fight he’s looking for. There is a good atmosphere in his camp, which will last until the fight with Usyk.”
Fury and Usyk were scheduled to fight for the title of absolute world heavyweight champion on February 17. Lennox Lewis was appointed special guest of the event, and the undercard included fights between former IBF world champion in the first heavyweight division Jay Opetai, 19-year-old Moses Itauma and IBF world super featherweight champion Joe Cordina.
Two weeks before the fight, Fury was injured during sparring. The Briton’s injury required stitches, due to which Tyson will not have time to recover for the fight with Usyk.
Opinions among functionaries about Tyson’s injury were divided. British cutman Jorge Capetillo believes that the boxer will need at least three months to recover. His position is shared by the brother of former “interim” WBC champion Dillian Whyte, Dean White.
In turn, the Ukrainian team – Egis Klimas and Alexander Krasyuk – criticized Fury. The head of the promotion company Top Rank, Bob Arum, spoke in defense of the Gypsy King.
The unification fight for the title of absolute world heavyweight champion has received a new date – Fury and Usyk are scheduled to meet in the ring on May 18. The event, as before, will be hosted by the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh.
Penalties for boxers who refuse to fight are $10 million. At the same time, the contract for the fight between the Ukrainian and the British has a rematch clause.
Source: Sportarena
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