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Usik is bargaining. This will be a historic agreement with Turki Al-Sheikh
Sergey Lapin, director of the world heavyweight champion team Alexandra Usika, He talked about Zuffa Boxing’s interest in the Ukrainian boxer.
“There are negotiations, there is dialogue and there is interest. Details are not being made public at this time. Several doors are open and if the format, numbers and timing align, the market could see a move no one expected.”
Everyone saw what he did with MMA. His power lies not only in organizing a fight, but also in creating a large-scale event. If he joins, the level of interest immediately changes,” Lapin said.
Led by Dana White and Turki Al-Sheikh, Zuffa Boxing is a brand new boxing promotion with Usyk set to become its first superstar. Cruiserweight champion Jay Opetaya has already joined the organization. There are rumors that Alexander Gvozdyk and Sergey Bogachuk will also perform at the event.
Source: Sport UA
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