Initially, many believed Deontay Wilder would be the one facing Usyk. However, negotiations fell through as no official offer reached Wilder from Usyk’s team. Meanwhile, Wilder seems ready to face off against Derek Chisora, leaving fans wondering what happened with the potential Usyk match.
Tyson Fury has his own thoughts on Usyk's decision-making. Fury suggests Usyk should think differently about his opponents and consider someone like Agit Kabayel instead. His comments add fuel to the speculation about who should challenge the current champion.
Usyk's manager, Sergey Lapin, further solidifies this by acknowledging Kabayel as a legitimate option. Lapin states that
"Kabayel is definitely a possible option."This German boxer, boasting 27 wins with six consecutive knockouts, presents himself as a formidable opponent for Usyk. Despite possibly lacking Wilder’s widespread recognition, Kabayel’s record and rising prominence in Europe make him an interesting contender for a European showdown with strong commercial appeal.
Fans and analysts alike now focus on Mr. Kabayel as the potential threat to Usyk's crown. With tricky style and physical prowess inside the ropes, he might transform into one of Usyk's most significant challenges yet.