The world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk together with British boxer Anthony Joshua arrived in Kyiv. The athletes came to Ukraine ahead of the boxing evening scheduled to take place in the Kyiv region. This was reported by UNIAN.
Usyk and Joshua in Kyiv: the purpose of the boxers' visit
Usyk himself stated that he plans to show the British colleague the city and introduce him to Ukrainian culture.
«We are going to Kyiv with Anthony Joshua. I am already planning a small tour of the city», — he wrote.
After arriving, the boxer clarified that he had already conducted a small tour for Joshua. According to him, the guest learned more about Ukrainian traditions and tasted national dishes.
Rising Stars boxing tournament: who will perform at the event
The main reason for the visit is the Rising Stars professional boxing evening organized by the promotional company Usyk17.promotions.
At the tournament:
- it is expected that promising Ukrainian boxers will participate
- Daniel Lapin will fight against Latvian Kristaps Bulmeisters
- Usyk and Joshua will be present as honorary guests
The event will take place in Lisnyky, Kyiv region, and will serve as a platform for new names in professional boxing.
Usyk emphasized that he could not miss this tournament, even despite active preparations for upcoming fights.
«This is where new names appear, and their great journey begins», — he noted.
Recently, Usyk also announced plans to have several more fights before the end of his career. In particular, it concerns bouts in May and potential meetings with leading contenders in the heavyweight division.