- I think you have already studied Mark Flanagan: what are his strengths, can he bring any surprises?
- Of course I watched the fights of Mark Flanagan. As for surprises on his part, it's boxing, and a surprise can be from either side and at any time. So we both need to be ready for this.
- Freddie Roach will come to Ekaterinburg?
- Freddie Roach will not be able to attend this fight, but his leading man will be in my corner. That’s Marvin Somodio, I think there is practically no difference between them.
- Are there any expectations of how an Australian can build a battle against you?
- I do not have any expectations. I think he will try to pin down what I'll be ready for. And of course we will try to impose our tactics. And I think that I should get it, but not for him. I will strive for this.
- Is there any news about your mandatories?
- I do not think about these defenses now. I have a defense of my title in a battle with Flanagan. All other questions send to my team.
- Recently a tournament was announced the in the cruiserweights with the participation of world champions. It’s World Boxing Super Series. What do you think about it?
- Yes, I know that such a tournament is going to be held. We received a proposal. For today, as far as I know, we still think, accept this proposal or reject it. We received the offer, but the answer was not given yet.
- You are 37, how do you think how many more fights will you perform in the ring?
- Yes, I am really 37 years old, this is my age according to my passport. But every time I get in shape, I feel great. How much more I will be engaged in boxing, I cannot say, but definitely I do not intend to tie it yet.
- Is there a plan for revenge with Gassiev? Or a unification with Gassiev, Briedis or Usyk?
- Unification fights are always a show, always an interesting show, with any of these opponents, with any of the champions. So I think that in any case this is an interesting proposal. As for the rematch with Gassiev, I think, we will see. It is possible, and with mutual interest, it can be done at any time.