The Ukrainian defeated the British heavyweight to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 1999.
Oleksandr Usyk has nothing left to prove in the sport following his win over Tyson Fury says Carl Froch.
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Speaking on talkSPORT’s ‘The Verdict’ podcast with George Groves, he said:
“I think the only thing Usyk will do is retire, he will either have the rematch or retire.
“He’s got nothing to prove. He’s beaten AJ twice, he’s now beaten Tyson Fury.
“He is the generational great for me. Usyk is the main, he is the leader of the pack.
“When you look back at this generation of heavyweights you’re going to look back and say ‘Oleksandr Usyk is the main man, he’s dominated’
“In my opinion, he should retire, he’s done everything he needs to do, he’s made enough money, he’s mastered the game, he’s completed boxing.
Where does this rank amongst the all-time Heavyweight fights? ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/wVRju9kRE5
— Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) May 19, 2024
“There is nothing left to do. undisputed cruiserweight, undisputed heavyweight, 37 years old, getting towards 40.
“When I retired I was nearly 37. Usyk is at that age where I know how you feel in training camp and how you feel in round seven and eight.
“He’s completed boxing, hang up the gloves, and turn it in. That is my advice to him.
“I don’t think he’s got anything left to prove, the rematch proves nothing.
“Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and the rest of the heavyweights can fight for the number two position.”
‼️ Tyson Fury has now confirmed that he will take the Oleksandr Usyk rematch next, Frank Warren has revealed. He said they will push ahead with plans for the second fight to take place in October in Saudi Arabia. [@talkSPORT] pic.twitter.com/3Yrka57YxU
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) May 21, 2024
Tyson Fury has activated the rematch clause according to Frank Warren so Oleksandr Usyk and Fury could collide again later this year.
I’d love to see Usyk retire now. Stay at the top unhurt with pride he’s achieved more than others boxers dream to achieve. Even if he took the rematch. Nothing changes this man is legendary
All the very best to both boxers that put up a great fight 🥊🥊🥊