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

Oleksandr Usyk has pledged to assist Anthony Joshua in his quest to defeat Tyson Fury. Joshua, a former world champion who lost to Usyk on two occasions, has joined forces with the undefeated, unified heavyweight champion. Usyk has extended a warm welcome to Joshua, stating, 'We lend each other a hand, work together, and share laughs - it's an incredible experience. Previously, we were adversaries, but now we've formed a bond.' As a two-weight, three-time undisputed world champion, Usyk has twice bested Fury, making him the ideal mentor for Joshua. 'I firmly believe AJ will triumph over my friend Fury,' Usyk declared. Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, revealed that negotiations for a highly anticipated all-British heavyweight showdown between Joshua and Fury are progressing. Usyk might even be in Joshua's corner for the fight. Hearn expressed his confidence in Joshua's abilities, citing the significant impact of training with Usyk. 'The setup is phenomenal, and being around the best fighter in the sport is a game-changer,' Hearn said. 'Joshua is bringing a newfound fire and passion to his career and this fight.' Usyk is currently preparing for his own title defense against Rico Verhoeven on May 23. When asked about his future plans, Usyk remained focused on his upcoming bout, saying, 'For now, my sole concentration is on Rico, and then we can discuss future plans.'