Oleksandr Usyk has successfully passed his test against Derek Chisora as he unveiled a technical showdown to grab the win via judges’ decision. That said, Usyk has already sighted some big names for his upcoming heavyweight journey. Becoming the new WBO Intercontinental heavyweight champion, Usyk is currently the mandatory WBO challenger too.

Thus, he is highly relevant in the heavyweight title tale, teasing a potential matchup against Anthony Joshua. Although Joshua is lined up to defend his unified titles against Kubrat Pulev in December, Usyk is already hunting down a potential showdown against him. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian has also sent a message to Joshua, after his recent win against Chisora.

In his typical style, Usyk sent a hilarious yet looming message, sending the fight fans into a frenzy. However, we still have the time to analyze and predict the outcome until Joshua and Usyk finally meet each other.

Oleksandr Usyk has something to tell Anthony Joshua

After beating Dereck ‘War’ Chisora, Usyk was encountered with several questions in the post-fight interview. One of them being his possible matchup against unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. In response to which, he said, “I am guessing that’s what I want but I can’t guarantee it 100 %”

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Meanwhile, he didn’t fail in adding thrill to the mixture. Usyk added, “Anthony, how are you? I am coming for you, Anthony.” No wonder it intensifies the entire heavyweight title tale, inclusive of multiple world champion elites. The heavyweight roster is already full of umpteen top-rated contenders, and Oleksandr Usyk is clearly one of them now.

His recent performance against Chisora proves that he is already a threat to the division and a matchup with Usyk against heavyweight world champions will allure the fans. Thus, Joshua has got the most chances to materialize the matchup only after he gets done with Kubrat Pulev.

For the timing, Usyk has the chance to celebrate his victory and prepare further for Joshua since he is one of the best to have ever laced up the gloves and a fight against him won’t be easy.

Oleksandr Usyk Passes His First Major Test in Boxing – Claims Unanimous Decision Win over Derek Chisora