Coach Murata Gasiev Vitaly Slanov, in an interview with , said that the Russian boxer sets his sights on becoming world heavyweight champion.
Because of 28-year-old former WBA and IBF world heavyweight champion Gassiev 28 wins with a loss to Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk in July 2018. After that fight Gassiev gained weight and fought two fights – in 2020, the Russian knocked out the Albanian Nuri Seferi, in July 2021 – the German Michael Wallisch. On August 26 in Belgrade, Gassiev must fight with the American Carlous Welch.
– What are the goals, considering that, to put it mildly, it is problematic for Russian boxers to organize title fights?
We also live in this world. How will this happen… Now we have to fight this fight and then look at the situation. But our goals are: to fight and become the heavyweight champion of the world!
– Since July 2018, Gassiev has had two fights against far from the strongest opposition, and championship ambitions can be seen as something ridiculous.
– If Murat had not set such goals, he would not have started. Some at 28 only reach a serious level, and Murat has already been champion in two versions and is now moving.
Yes, there have been injuries and other times. But that’s okay. Muhammad Ali had many years of inactivity… But he came back. There are many examples. Fans and critics are entitled to their opinion, and we’re moving on.
– In summary, does Gassiev have serious ambitions?
– If not how? You have to be world champion. This is our goal. Murat at a young age fought with almost all leaders.
– Gassiev never spoke emotionally about quitting boxing?
– I never heard, even in the most difficult moments, that he said: “That’s it, boxing is not necessary.” He was always focused on winning and winning the championship. He never said he wanted to finish and he was tortured by injuries. He’s okay with all of that.
Source : MatchTV
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