Bellew reveals that Usyk is the 'best boxer AJ will EVER encounter in his career'. Tyson Fury awaits in the wings

Tony Bellew, the former opponent of OLEKSANDRUSYK in Ukraine, said that OLEKSANDRUSYK is the "best boxer Anthony Joshua will ever meet".

Joshua will seek revenge on the Ukrainian when they meet in a rematch in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) on August 20.

Bellew was stopped in round eight by Usyk back in November 2018. She warned Joshua about the amazing skills that the 19-0 man has.

TalkSPORT spoke with him and he stated that Anthony Joshua would be facing the greatest boxer of his career.

"Oleksandr Usyk, when it comes to pure, natural boxing, is the best natural boxer Anthony Joshua will ever meet." He's amazing at what he does."

After beating Bellew three-years ago, Usyk jumped up to heavyweight and has fought three times since then.

After a routine win over American Chazz Witherspoon he was then tested against the all-action Derek Chisora in the blue-riband section.

Although he had to deal with some difficult moments, Usyk won a unanimous victory.

If AJ succeeds, he will be able to stage a clash with Tyson Fury (British) who currently holds the WBC title.

Fury would however have to be lured out of retirement in order to participate in the potential "Battle of Britain"