Anthony Joshua’s Trainer Ben Davison Shares Insight on Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk Bout

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to clash in a highly anticipated heavyweight showdown later this year, with the bout scheduled for May 18. Ben Davison, known for his work with Tyson Fury in the past and currently training Anthony Joshua, is eager to witness this encounter unfold.

Originally planned for February, the bout faced a setback due to an injury sustained by Fury, pushing the fight date further. However, Davison remains intrigued by the dynamics of the impending clash.

Expressing his thoughts on the matchup, Davison emphasized the contrasting yet intriguing personalities of the two fighters. He believes the pre-fight build-up, including the words exchanged by both competitors, will provide valuable insights into their respective strategies.

Davison also addressed some misconceptions surrounding both Fury and Usyk. While many highlight Fury’s size advantage, Davison stresses the importance of how effectively Fury can utilize his size during the fight. Conversely, he points out that Usyk, often perceived as a defensive fighter, possesses an aggressive style that shouldn’t be underestimated.

With the heavyweight landscape potentially shifting depending on the outcome of this bout, Davison’s observations carry weight in assessing the future of the division.

“It’s massive, an unbelievable fight,” Davison remarked during an interview on Bet 365’s Full Circle. “In terms of their character, it’s so mad as they’re so opposite yet so similar.” Davison added, “If he goes about the fight the wrong way it could be difficult for him to capitalize on his size. I think the misconception with Usyk is that he’s some back foot fighter who runs around the ring, when he’s actually very aggressive.”

As the boxing world eagerly awaits this collision between two heavyweight giants, Davison’s insights offer fans a glimpse into the potential strategies and outcomes of what promises to be an epic showdown.