Bashir: Usyk will have no problems with Gassiev

James Ali Bashir, former coach of WBO and WBC cruiserweight champion Alexander Usyk (14-0, 12 KOs) named the Ukrainian a favorite of the WBSS final fight against Murat Gassiev (26-0, 19 KOs).

"It does not matter where to box in Moscow or on the Moon. After they enter the ring there will be only Usyk, Gassiev and the referee. I consider Alexander the favorite of this fight. The skills of Usyk and his abilities make it possible to assert that he is a very strong fighter. He will not have problems to win, and he will be the main contender for victory in this fight. From my point of view, the whole world will watch this fight. Everyone will look in the ring, regardless of what Russia will say," said Bashir.