Oleksandr Usyk has become a prime persona in the heavyweight division after his shocking win against Anthony Joshua for the WBA, WBO, and IBF titles in September 2021 in London. He is now directly influencing the championship race and has many options before him.

Usyk can re-match Anthony Joshua somewhere in early 2022 or defend his belts separately. Adding to that, the Ukrainian star can opt to move towards an undisputed title fight against WBC champion Tyson Fury. An immediate fight between Usyk and Fury shall leave one man with all four belts, something which Lennox Lewis did last in the heavyweight division.

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That said, Usyk’s manager Alexander Krassyuk has already outlined the plans of hosting his client against Fury. In an exclusive chat with Sky Sports, he detailed these plans.

Krassyuk said, “We are in talks regarding Fury fight since November. And though AJ gave his consent (reportedly) we still have not reached the final point in negotiations. And unless we get it – AJ rematch remains the basic option for us..”

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Several reports suggest Joshua is considering a $20 million step side deal to let Fury vs Usyk happen. However, AJ has rubbished them and claimed that nothing that doesn’t come directly from him should be believed.

Oleksandr Usyk is in a safe position

Donning the world heavyweight titles, Oleksandr Usyk is at a place where he has two only two viable names as opponents- Tyson Fury and ‘AJ’. It certifies Usyk’s level of expertise in the sport.

A few months back, no one had envisioned him beating Anthony Joshua. However, ‘The Cat’ did it in style and is in a safe position as any big fight in the division will involve him.

After the ‘AJ’ fight, none shall sleep on Usyk’s chances against any heavyweight. Given his form and credentials, it also increases the excitement of his potential clash against Tyson Fury.

Who do you think Oleksandr Usyk should face next?

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