Oleksandr Usyk stated that he was not impressed by Daniel Dubois’s power before he called Derek Chisory as the most “unsafe” puncher he met. Usyk was a dominant strength in the heavyweight boxing episode since promotion from the circuitous weight, where he was also the undisputed champion.
The Ukrainian warrior in particular defeated Chisora, Anthony Joshua twice, Tyson Fury twice and Triple D – everything convincing, except Dubois, whose knocking down in their class 2023 was considered a low blow. Since this controversial failure, the British became a heavyweight champion IBF, and Usyk expressed his desire for a rematch. But he will probably have to wait for a chance to fight again for the unquestioned crown.
Dubois received an order to fight with the mandatory IBF Chisora chapter on April 22. Usyk may also be forced to pay attention to Joseph Parker, a compulsory pretender WBO.
This, however, did not stop Usyk from playing mental games with Dubois before his likely clash with veteran Chisor. The 38-year-old recently admitted that the power of the latter was terrifying when they fought in 2020, while he did not feel the same about Dubois.
He distinguished Chisora as his most arduous opponent, saying: “Derek Chisora. A very tough guy. Derek-right hand, left hand, I would like a block [and say to myself] ‘Oh my God! Oh, move Alex, it’s unsafe. “
Usyk admitted that Fury generally presented his most arduous challenge, although he is not the most powerful blow he met: “Listen, I have respect for Tyson Fury. My fighter, great man, but my opponent. A very challenging man. Very wise … [Hardest fight] I think so. Punch? I think not. “
Usyk lit Dubois, asked if he felt the same about Triple D power, joking: “No, only in my balls.” His comments could be a test of the mind before the potential future duel with Dubois, especially since the latter showed the destructive power last year with a brutal AJ knockout.
After winning the IBF title, defeating Jarrella Miller and Filip Hrgovica, Dubois defended his belt in a dominant way against Joshua. Amazing 21 of his 22 wins took place by detention.
His upcoming fight with Chisora would be the third fight for the title and his 50th career he insists on will be his last. Last week, Chisora said Ring magazine: “I don’t see Daniel and Oleksandra now. What are you going to fight for? Oleksandr has already stopped him.
“If he [Usyk] He wants to prove that he is the best he needs to defend his title against Joseph Parker. To be the best, you must fight everyone. Tyson Fury boxed twice twice. He boxed me once. Once he had Daniel Dubois. So I think he should try Joseph Parker now.
“People have to think about business. I want to fight Daniel and I know that I can sell Wembley or Tottenham in this fight. I planned everything for this last fight, all music, everything.”
Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.
Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.
The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.
“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.
The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.
Zayas and Ennis face to face before the clash. Photo: Matchroom Boxing
Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.
Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.
Jaron Ennis knocked out Uisma Lima in the first round in Philadelphia. Photo: Emma Brawley/Matchroom Boxing
Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
Draw or technical draw: 14/1
Round bets
Xander Zayas
Win in round 1: 100/1
Win in round 2: 100/1
Win in round 3: 100/1
Win in round 4: 100/1
Win in round 5: 100/1
To win in round 6: 100/1
To win in round 7: 80/1
To win in round 8: 80/1
To win round 9: 66/1
To win in round 10: 66/1
To win round 11: 66/1
To win in round 12: 80/1
To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1
Zayas won by points decision over Abass Baraou. Source: Mikey Williams / top position
Jaron Ennis
To win round 1: 80/1
Win in round 2: 50/1
Win in round 3: 40/1
To win in round 4: 28/1
To win in round 5: 20/1
To win in round 6: 16/1
Win in round 7: 12/12
To win in round 8: 1/11
To win in round 9: 10/1
To win in round 10: 10/1
To win in round 11: 10/1
To win in round 12: 1/11
Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
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On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.
Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.
Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.
Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.
In September, Donovan was beaten a second time by Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.
The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.
Paro looks like a two-time IBF champion. Photo: Melina Pizano/Matchroom
McKean meets Taliva
Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.
McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.
The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.
Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.
Undercard remaining
At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.
Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.
Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.
Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).
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