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's training team. Usyk has extended a warm welcome to Joshua, stating, 'We support each other, work together, and share jokes - it's a wonderful 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 tackle the former two-time heavyweight champion. 'I believe AJ will triumph over my friend Fury,' Usyk said.
Negotiations for a highly anticipated all-British heavyweight showdown between Joshua and Fury are progressing, according to Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn. Usyk might even be in Joshua's corner for the fight.
Hearn expressed his confidence in Joshua's ability to win, saying, 'It's a significant challenge, but I wouldn't be surprised if he succeeds. Training with Usyk is already having a profound impact on Joshua.' Usyk is currently preparing for his own fight against Rico Verhoeven, a dominant heavyweight kickboxing champion making his boxing debut, on May 23 in Giza. Usyk remains focused on his upcoming bout, stating, 'For me, it's just another fight - I'm a master boxer.'