MOSCOW, Aug 19 Contender for world heavyweight titles by version To the World Boxing Association (WBA Super), the World Boxing Organization (WBO), the International Boxing Federation (IBF) and the International Boxing Organization (IBO), Briton Anthony Joshua said that the duel of views before the fight meant nothing to him. On Friday, the duel of the views of Ukrainian Alexander Usyk and Joshua lasted 1 minute 47 seconds. The Brit was the first to look away. The fight will take place on August 20. «I have always said that a duel of views means nothing to me personally. Fights are not won there,» said the Briton. Joshua was heavier than Usyk by more than 10 kg at the weigh-in. “Honestly, it doesn’t really matter,” the boxer said. After the duel, Usyk was asked what he saw in the opponent’s eyes. «Yourself, your reflection,» the Ukrainian replied. He thanked the fans for their support and did not make any predictions about the outcome of the fight. In September 2021, Usyk defeated Joshua by unanimous decision in a title fight.
