Usyk Trains Joshua to Overcome Fury: 'AJ Will Emerge Victorious'

Oleksandr Usyk has pledged to assist Anthony Joshua in defeating Tyson Fury. Joshua, a former world champion who lost to Usyk on two occasions, has joined Usyk's training camp and is working alongside the undefeated, unified heavyweight champion. Usyk has extended a warm welcome to Joshua, stating, 'We support each other, work together, and share jokes - it's a great experience. Previously, we were rivals, but now we're friends.' As a two-weight, three-time undisputed world champion who has beaten Fury twice, Usyk is ideally positioned to offer Joshua valuable advice on how to take on the former two-time heavyweight champion. 'I believe AJ will triumph over my friend Fury,' Usyk said. Meanwhile, Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn revealed that negotiations are progressing for a highly anticipated all-British heavyweight showdown between Joshua and Fury later this year. Usyk may even be in Joshua's corner for the fight. Hearn expressed confidence in the potential outcome, saying, 'It's a significant challenge, but we're all optimistic. Training with Usyk is already making a substantial difference to Joshua.' Hearn noted that Joshua's time in Usyk's camp has been inspirational, with the pound-for-pound No 1 Usyk providing motivation and encouragement. 'It's a unique environment that you can't replicate, and it's the kind of passion and fire that Anthony Joshua is bringing to his career and this fight,' Hearn added. Usyk is currently preparing for his own title defense against Rico Verhoeven on May 23. Despite being linked to potential future fights, including a rematch with Fury or a unification bout, Usyk remains focused on his upcoming fight, saying, 'Now, my sole focus is on May 23 and the fight in Egypt. I will not speculate about future plans until after this fight.'