Usyk targets Deontay Wilder as his next rival
The unified heavyweight world champion, Oleksandr Usyk, has pointed to Deontay Wilder as his next opponent, considering him the “first option” for his next fight. Usyk, with an undefeated record of 24-0 and 15 knockouts, made history by defeating Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in July, solidifying himself as undisputed champion for the second time. Subsequently, the Ukrainian boxer vacated his WBO belt, paving the way for Fabio Wardley to become a full champion.Usyk expressed his desire to face Wilder, highlighting the American’s reputation as a formidable puncher and former WBC world champion.I spoke with my team and said that he is the first option.
Oleksandr Usyk
I want to fight Deontay Wilder. I think it’s interesting.
Oleksandr Usyk
Wilder, with a record of 44-4-1 and 43 knockouts, has struggled since his trilogy with Tyson Fury, suffering consecutive stoppage defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang. His recent return to the ring saw him stop Tyrrell Anthony Herndon in the seventh round. Despite Wilder’s decline, Usyk believes that facing him would be an attractive fight.He’s a world champion, a very famous and strong guy, one of the great heavyweights of the last 10 years.
Oleksandr Usyk
