Promoter Vladimir Khryunov said he plans to organize a rematch between those who received Russian citizenship in early April. Kevin Johnson and fighter Vyacheslav Datsik.
In early January, American Johnson received a Russian passport. On April 1, Kevin defeated Datsik in a boxing match by majority decision. It was after this meeting that Johnson announced his desire to obtain Russian citizenship.
— What are Kevin Johnson’s plans?
— We are leaving for Samara on February 25, we will decide on his employment at the sports training center. All planned plans will be implemented. There are many requests for personal and group training – this will be done very actively.
—Who could be your next opponent?
– Rematch with Datsik. At the beginning of April.
—How is Vyacheslav?
— The hand heals. There is uncertainty about the next fight – as I understand it, they cannot sign a contract. I wish him health and success for his family,” reports the correspondent.
Former WBC belt contender Johnson has 35 wins, 21 losses and two draws in the professional ring. During his career, the American boxed with Vitali Klitschko, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua, Andy Ruiz, Kubrat Pulev, Derek Chisora and many others. Johnson entered the ring for the last time in December 2023. On February 16 in Moscow, he will fight according to the rules of boxing with MMA gloves with Irishman Sean Turner.
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Source : MatchTV
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