Adesanya noted that he was rooting for Anthony Joshua in heavyweight, but at the same time called Usyk a "phenomenal boxer."
“I thought that Joshua would not fight. Wait, who will Tyson Fury fight? With White? Of course, I hope Joshua becomes the undisputed champion. I always drown for my people. Anthony is a decent guy, he just ran into some problems. Yes, and Usyk is just a phenomenal boxer, he is amazing. I think that anyone can beat anyone on any night, but I always root for my own, ”Adesanya said at a press conference after the UFC 271 tournament.
Recall that in September last year, Usyk defeated Joshua by unanimous decision. In May or June of this year, the boxers should have a rematch.