Oleksandr Usyk, who has defeated both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua twice, is now in the unique position to predict a winner between the two heavyweight boxers.
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Usyk's victories
Usyk first claimed the heavyweight champion title by defeating Anthony Joshua in September 2021 and secured a rematch victory a year later. He then went on to face Tyson Fury in a historic undisputed title showdown in May, which he won on a split decision. Seven months later, he defeated Fury again through a controversial unanimous decision.
Usyk's prediction
When asked about who he thinks would win between Joshua and Fury, Usyk expressed that it might be Anthony Joshua. He mentioned that the victory could potentially come through points, but he was uncertain about the outcome.
Future matchups
Following Joshua's recent fifth-round knockout against Daniel Dubois in September, a potential rematch was turned down. Instead, Dubois is set to defend his IBF title against Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia on February 22. Promoter Eddie Hearn is now pushing for a two-fight deal between Joshua and Fury, highlighting it as the biggest fight in British boxing history.
Hearn emphasized that Fury is still at the peak of his powers and that the matchup against Joshua is the one that fans are eagerly anticipating. He proposed holding the fights at Wembley and in Riyadh, setting the stage for an epic showdown between the two heavyweight champions.
