Dillian Whyte edges closer to his WBC Interim title defense against Alexander Povetkin, and preparations for the same are now in full swing.

The event holds a lot of promise as Whyte is close to competing for the WBC Heavyweight title. In fact, many argue that Dillian should have his shot even before the trilogy between the champion Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder.

However, he faces a significant challenge in Russian opponent Povetkin. The bout between the two heavy-hitters promises to be a total banger.

Apparently, Eddie Hearn is all-in with the hype around this bout! During the promotional event of the fight, Hearn added in a touch of spice to keep things interesting. While recording the details regarding the PPV buys of the bout, he inserted a bit of tune and dance, using karaoke for the same. Surely, Matchroom Boxing is always looking for innovative ways of promoting events!

Eddie Hearn believes Dillian Whyte will knock Alexander Povetkin out

The bout between the two fighters will also have on the line the vacant WBC Diamond belt. The crucial fixture will be key in deciding who ‘The Gypsy King‘ will defend his have his first WBC title defense against. Hearn, on his part, believes that Whyte will knock Povetkin out between rounds 8 and 12.

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However, another possibility is that before he fights the Interim champion, he may fight in a title unification bout against yet another fighter in Hearn’s stable, Anthony Joshua. Both sides have been aching to materialize the title unification bout.

Even though they offered step-aside money to ‘The Bronze Bomber‘, Wilder is determined to avenge the loss he faced back in February. As soon as possible. In fact, rumors show a tentative date for the trilogy in the first week of December.

Therefore, the complexity of the Heavyweight scenario, especially regarding Fury, is ever increasing.

If he is successful in putting Wilder down a second time, he will have two scenarios to juggle with. Both AJ and Fury are keen on a title unification. Yet, boxing organizations will lean towards Fury’s mandatory title defense against the winner of Whyte vs Povetkin.

How will the Heavyweight division will play out, according to you? Let us know in the comments section!