Target: «The Bronze Bomber»
Despite Deontay Wilder’s recent slide in the rankings, Oleksandr Usyk expressed a clear desire to face the American puncher. When asked who he wants to share the ring with next, the Ukrainian pointed without hesitation to the former WBC champion.
«I want fight with Wilder,» Usyk stated. «Because he is a very famous guy. This guy, the last ten, fifteen years, was champion and is a very dangerous opponent.»
The champion also clarified that he doesn’t hunt for danger specifically, noting that at his level, there are no easy fights: «I am not looking for dangerous [opponents], all my opponents are dangerous. I’m a cat. Cat is a very dangerous animal. Lion is two cats. Tiger is two cats. Just big.»
«If size mattered, king of animals would be elephant»
A major topic of discussion was the significant size advantage modern super-heavyweights hold over Usyk, a natural cruiserweight. Usyk responded to this with a vivid analogy that is already circulating widely.
«Size doesn’t matter,» Usyk insisted. «If size mattered, king of animals would be elephant.»
He explained that his success at heavyweight is the result of titanic effort, not just bulking up. According to the champion, his team spent two years practically living in the gym to adapt his body to the royal division through legal, hard work.
Two Years Until Retirement
Perhaps the most significant news was his statement regarding the timeline for the end of his professional career. Usyk made it clear that he does not plan to linger in the sport for long.
«I think two years,» he replied when asked how much longer he intends to fight. «Two years to control my professional boxing.»
This suggests that fans have limited time left to enjoy the Ukrainian genius in the ring, making every subsequent bout a potential historic event.
Brutal Prediction for Jake Paul
The topic of the currently popular «influencer boxing» was also raised. Journalists asked for Usyk’s opinion on a potential fight between Anthony Joshua and YouTuber Jake Paul. Usyk was concise but ruthless in his assessment.
«If Anthony Joshua wins [gets the fight], Anthony kills this guy,» Usyk said, drawing a sharp line between professional sport and show business.
Money is a Side Effect
In conclusion, Usyk shared his life philosophy, emphasizing that financial gain has never been his primary motivation.
«Money is a side effect of work,» the champion noted.
Listing his priorities, he placed God, family, his team, and friends at the very top. Usyk also expressed deep gratitude to his Ukrainian fans, noting that he focuses only on those who support him and prays for those who direct negativity his way.
