Boxing legend George Foreman believes that Ukrainian boxer Alexander Usyk is capable of winning British Tyson Fury and become the absolute world heavyweight boxing champion.
Commenting on the upcoming fight Usik — Fury, Foreman recalled his fight against Muhammad Ali in 1974, when he lost the WBC and WBA championship belts.
Foreman gave advice to Usyk for the fight with Fury
— Many years ago, when I fought Muhammad Ali, I could have won every round, but I had this thought in my head: “I will knock out this guy who have never been knocked out”. That's the problem: you shouldn't try to knock out someone who has never been knocked out, — Foreman said.
He believes that Usyk has the necessary temperament to win each round on points. According to Foreman, the Ukrainian “should be determined to win on points”.
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—He (Usyk, — Ed.) is a strong fighter, he can withstand Fury’s blows. If the judges are not bribed with money, then Usyk should win. Usik is psychologically strong. This is his main advantage over Fury. He doesn't stand out from Fury in any way except his character.
Fury has an advantage in arm span, weight and height over Usyk. But Foreman thinks it may be overrated. He said: Fury has what it takes to succeed. But not with this guy.
The fight between George Foreman and Muhammad Ali took place on October 30, 1974. He is considered one of the most legendary in boxing history. The fight ended with Ali winning by knockout in the eighth round.
Boy Usik — Fury: what is known
Boy Usik — Fury will take place May 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the local Kingdom Arena.
At stake will be the WBA, WBO and IBF championship belts owned by the Ukrainian, as well as the WBC title of the British.
According to media reports, for this fight Usik and Fury will receive record fees in their careers.
