Usyk tips Joshua to beat Fury, reveals behind-the-scenes support
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“Fury is an unbelievable fighter, very dangerous. But I love how Anthony works now and how he has changed,” he said. Despite describing Fury as a “great friend,” Usyk made his loyalty clear: “I want Anthony to win – he deserves it.
Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has backed Anthony Joshua to defeat Tyson Fury in a potential blockbuster all-British showdown, in what could reshape the heavyweight division.
Usyk, who has shared the ring with both fighters, made the bold call while revealing he has been working closely with Joshua behind the scenes—offering tactical, technical and mental support ahead of his return to the ring.
Joshua is scheduled to fight Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Riyadh, a bout many already see as a warm-up to a long-anticipated clash with Fury later this year.
Speaking on the possible showdown, Usyk didn’t sit on the fence.
“Fury is an unbelievable fighter, very dangerous. But I love how Anthony works now and how he has changed,” he said.
Despite describing Fury as a “great friend,” Usyk made his loyalty clear: “I want Anthony to win – he deserves it.”
In recent months, Joshua has trained with Usyk in Spain and Ukraine, building what looks like an unlikely alliance between former rivals. According to Usyk, their sessions go beyond punches and drills.
“We talk about strategy, boxing skills, psychology. I tell him, ‘Champ, don’t stop,’” he revealed.
For Usyk, Joshua’s upcoming fight is nothing more than “official sparring,” with the real focus being preparation for Fury’s unique fighting style.
Joshua’s journey back hasn’t been smooth. His last fight was a win over Jake Paul, but he stepped away briefly after a tragic car crash that claimed the lives of two of his friends.
Usyk, who has also endured personal loss amid the war in Ukraine, said those experiences have shaped his advice to Joshua.
“God gave you another chance. Don’t stop. Pray, keep working, and move forward,” he said.
Meanwhile, Usyk is preparing to defend his title against Rico Verhoeven in Egypt later this month, but insists he will continue supporting Joshua as the heavyweight drama builds.
If this fight happens, it won’t just be about belts—it will be about redemption, legacy, and who truly runs the heavyweight division.
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