"He will lose by knockout": Russian former world champion gave a prediction for Usik's next fight

Former world heavyweight champion of Russia Dmitry Kudryashov called uninteresting the possible fight between unified world champion Alexander Usik (20-0, 13 KOs) and British challenger Daniel Dubois (19-1, 18 KOs). The fight is scheduled on August 12 in Wroclaw, Poland, and three belts of our compatriot will be on the line.

In a commentary to Meta MMA YouTube channel, Kudryashov pointed out the huge difference in class between the athletes. Kudryashov also recalled Dubois' fight with South American Kevin Lerena (28-2, 14 KOs), during which the British boxer was knocked out twice.

"Dubois, before his fall in his fight with Lerena, was a very dangerous heavyweight. Now I don't think he will be a problem for Usik. I don't have much interest in this fight. Usik will take him apart in class. I don't expect a lackey-punch from Dubois. Moreover, I don't think the tonnage of Lerena's punches greatly exceeds the power of Usik's punches. I think Dubois will lose by knockout," said Kudryashov.

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As a reminder, Usik was originally scheduled to fight DuBois on December 12, but the World Boxing Association (WBA) agreed to postpone the fight, giving Alexander the opportunity to fight Tyson Fury (33-0-1, 24) for the outright championship. However, the two sides could not agree on a fight.

As reported by OBOZREVATEL, Saudi Arabia in December intends to organize fights Usik - Fury and Anthony Joshua (25-3, 22 KOs) - Deontay Wilder (43-2-1, 42 KOs) in one night. The media has published the boxers' fees for the big show. The total amount will be at least $250 million. That said, Anthony has already confirmed his fight against Deontay.

At a press conference in Tenerife, Tyson Fury recently noted a boorish prank against Alexander Usik. He also promised to destroy the Ukrainian champion.

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