The undisputed cruiserweight champion Alexander Usyk (15-0, 11 KOs) said he was glad to have the opportunity to fight against Tony Bellew (30-2-1, 20 KOs) in England.
“I am very excited. I really like the atmosphere that is in England, in Manchester. Once I could only dream of just being in England, not just boxing. I am as pleased as the little child who received the kinder surprise.
“Bellew is very dangerous. He is as tall as I am, he weighs as I am. Look into his eyes. Of course, he’s dangerous. Is he my best career rival? That's right. At the moment, yes.
“I will box, I will do what I love, and I love boxing. The most important thing is that both from Tony and from my side there will be a desire to prove oneself, so it will be a very beautiful fight.”
