Tony Bellew: Oleksandr Usyk doesn’t give up, Derek Chisora doesn’t deserve a farewell
Former cruiserweight and light heavyweight champion Tony Bellew has spoken out about his thoughts on Oleksandr Usyk’s upcoming bout against Derek Chisora, stating that the Ukrainian fighter doesn’t give up and Chisora doesn’t deserve a farewell.
Usyk, known for his impressive skills and ethic, will face Chisora in a 12-round bout on May 23rd at the Wembley Stadium in London. The Ukrainian fighter is considered one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world, and many experts believe he will dominate the British boxer.
Bellew, a pushy and aggressive fighter, expressed his opinion on the upcoming bout, saying: "I think Usyk is a phenomenal fighter, one of the best in the world, and I think he’s going to make it a tough night for Derek Chisora. Chisora’s a great fighter, but Usyk’s a different level. He’s got the skills, he’s got the power, and he’s got the endurance. He’s always pushing forward, never giving up, and that’s what’s going to make it hard for Chisora."
The Liverpool-born fighter also emphasized that Chisora, despite being a skilled and respected boxer, is not worthy of a retirement send-off. "I don’t think Chisora deserves a farewell," Bellew said. "He’s had some great fights, he’s had some great moments, but he’s not done enough to deserve this. He’s a great fighter, but he’s not in Usyk’s league. If you’re going to get beat up and taken apart, maybe you should just retire. I’m not going to feel sorry for him."
Bellew, who lost to Usyk in a highly competitive and entertaining bout in 2018, praised the Ukrainian fighter’s ability to adapt and improve, saying: "Usyk’s a nightmare to face because he’s got so many different skills. He’s got the footwork, he’s got the hand speed, he’s got the power, and he’s got the endurance. He’s just too much for a lot of people."
In conclusion, Bellew’s blunt assessment of the upcoming fight highlights the significant task facing Chisora and shows why many experts believe Usyk is the overwhelming favorite to win. While Chisora has had an illustrious career, Bellew’s words suggest that this fight may be his final hurrah, and it’s a daunting prospect for the 36-year-old British boxer.
