The promoter hopes for the honesty of the host
Alexander Krasyuk, promoter of the IBF, WBO and WBA heavyweight champion Alexander Usik (21-0, 14 KOs), in an interview with World Boxing News, said that he believes in fair refereeing in the fight of his charge against WBC title holder Tyson Fury (34 -0-1, 24 KOs).
His Majesty previously noted the superiority of British boxers, but missed the fact that the future undisputed heavyweight champion of the world has a Ukrainian passport.
Mr Al Ash Sheikh is a dedicated boxing fan and a respectable individual. His choice of favorite in the biggest fight of the century is his right. We are confident in the high integrity and sportsmanship of this fight. However, we have ensured that the officials are chosen by mutual consent.”
“We would like to remind you that the fight between Usik and Fury will take place on May 18 in the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh.