Manager of Usyk Responds to Whether IBF Will Make an Exception for Title
Manager of the Undefeated Champion of the World in the Heavyweight Division, Oleksandr Usyk (22-0, 14 KOs), Egis Klimas, Discusses Potential Exception for the Ukrainian's IBF Title on Player.fm
Egis Klimas, the manager of the undefeated world champion in the heavyweight division, Oleksandr Usyk, recently shared his thoughts on whether the IBF (International Boxing Federation) will make an exception for the Ukrainian regarding his title. In an interview with player.fm, Klimas expressed his hope and belief that the IBF will make the right decision and allow an exception for undisputed fights.
"I believe that the IBF will do the right thing and allow this exception for undisputed fights. It should be this way. I hope they will do it. They have already announced that Dubois is the mandatory challenger for Usyk. He has become the mandatory and will sign an agreement for the second fight," Klimas stated.
Previously, it was reported that the decision on Usyk's request to keep his IBF title for the rematch with Fury has not yet been made. The highly anticipated rematch between Usyk and Fury is scheduled to take place on December 21.
The outcome of this decision holds significant weight in the boxing community, as it impacts the status of Usyk's titles and the landscape of future heavyweight matchups. As the boxing world awaits the IBF's ruling, fans and analysts alike are speculating on the implications of either outcome.
For Usyk, retaining the IBF title would not only solidify his position as the undisputed champion but also set a precedent for future champions in similar situations. The ongoing discussions and negotiations highlight the complexities of boxing governance and the balancing act between mandatory defenses and high-profile unification bouts.
As the date of the rematch approaches, the anticipation builds, with the potential for this fight to be a defining moment in the careers of both Usyk and Fury. The decision by the IBF will play a crucial role in shaping the narrative of this bout and the broader heavyweight division.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as the boxing community eagerly awaits the IBF's decision and the ensuing battle between two of the sport's top contenders.
