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 the two are working together. Usyk has expressed his enthusiasm for having Joshua on his team, stating, 'We support each other, work together, and have a great time.
We've transitioned from being rivals to friends.' As a two-weight, three-time undisputed world champion, Usyk is well-equipped to advise Joshua on how to take on Fury, having beaten him twice himself. Usyk believes Joshua will emerge victorious, saying, 'I think AJ will beat my friend Fury.' Negotiations are underway for Joshua to face Fury in an all-British heavyweight showdown this year, with Usyk potentially in Joshua's corner.
Usyk's training is already making a significant impact on Joshua, according to promoter Eddie Hearn, who stated, 'Being around the best fighter in the sport is incredible, and he loves it.' Usyk is currently preparing for his own fight against Rico Verhoeven on May 23, where he will put his WBC title on the line. Despite being linked to potential future fights, Usyk is focused solely on his upcoming bout, saying, 'Now I have focus only on Rico, and then we can discuss future plans.'