Oleksandr Usyk has pledged to assist Anthony Joshua in defeating Tyson Fury. Joshua, a former world champion who lost to Usyk twice, has joined Usyk's training camp, and the two are working together. Usyk has welcomed Joshua into his team, stating, 'We support each other, work together, and have a great time.
We've transitioned from rivals to friends.' As a two-weight, three-time undisputed world champion, Usyk is well-equipped to advise Joshua on how to take down Fury, having beaten him twice. Usyk expressed confidence in Joshua, saying, 'I believe AJ will beat my friend Fury.' Usyk might even be in Joshua's corner for the upcoming fight. Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, revealed that negotiations for the highly anticipated all-British heavyweight fight are progressing.
Hearn noted that training with Usyk has already made a significant impact on Joshua, saying, '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 and is focused on defending his WBC title.