Oleksandr Usyk will make his debut that is heavyweight on October 12 against Tyrone Spong in the Wintrust Arena at Chicago, live on Sky Sports.

A division is being moved up by the cruiserweight champion after his knockout win over Tony Bellew at November and will face Spong, an unbeaten Florida-based contender.
Spong includes 13 knockouts at 14 struggle, such as last weekend’s stoppage win over Jeyson Minda, also Usyk has voiced his respect for its 33-year-old.
“Spong is a fast and strong heavyweight who has had much success at the ring,” said Usyk. “I have to come through this evaluation to battle for the world heavyweight title. I look forward to seeing everybody there.”
An accomplished kick boxer, Spong relishes the battle of confronting among the world’s elite fighters.
The Surinamese-Dutchman, who is ranked at No 4 by the WBO, stated:”After attaining the majority of my goals as a kick boxer and becoming among the most decorated winners at the history of the game, I wanted to test myself in the hard and challenging game of boxing.
“I have worked tirelessly throughout the previous few decades and have the chance to show my value as a boxer against maybe the very ideal pound-for-pound, and many technically sound fighter in the world.
“Some might believe the challenge may be too hard, but I feel in myselfand anticipate being successful on October 12.”
Promoter Eddie Hearn stated:”Usyk’s r introduction is among the most hotly anticipated boxing moments of 2019 and , I can’t wait to see it.
“Oleksandr is a happening who dominated the cruiserweight branch becoming swollen after only 15 fights.
“But as he prepares to struggle to the world heavyweight title, he must overcome Tyrone Spong at Chicago.”

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