Tszyu explains why Povetkin needs to retire

Former undisputed light welterweight champion Kostya Tszyu shared his thoughts on the prospects of the former interim WBA and WBC heavyweight champion Alexander Povetkin. In particular, Tszyu explained why it is time for an aged boxer to end his professional career.

“Punches to the head hurt. Enough. What for? Does Sasha have motivation? If you have motivation, you can. But if it is not there, why? I was just in his shoes. I don't see Sasha's motivation. Will he show his previous level? It is very difficult to rise from the fifth point when you have everything, when you are not hungry. And Sasha is no longer hungry,” Tszyu said.

At the end of March Povetkin lost to Dillian Whyte by knockout.