Secret revealed! Turki Al-Sheikh is preparing a spectacular fight for Oleksandr Usyk in Istanbul
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Influential Saudi official and chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Turki Al-Sheikh, has sent shockwaves through the fight world with his ambitious plans for reigning WBC, WBA, and IBF heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs).
Details: According to Ring Magazine, while the Ukrainian boxer himself is currently fully focused on his upcoming bouts, Saudi investors are already working at full speed to create a unique, historic spectacle for him, set to take place next year.
Turki Al-Sheikh lifted the curtain of secrecy, announcing preparations for an absolutely unprecedented sporting event at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
"We are now planning something special for Usyk in the future. And I’ll let you in on a little secret: together with the people and authorities of Istanbul, we’re planning to make something incredible happen in this city—right next to the iconic Hagia Sophia next year," Ring Magazine quotes the official as saying.
While promoters continue negotiations with Turkish authorities, Oleksandr Usyk is wrapping up his preparations for his next major challenge. This Saturday, May 23, the Ukrainian champion is set for a thrilling showdown against world kickboxing legend, the Dutch powerhouse Rico Verhoeven.
Recall: Tyson Fury has thrown down the gauntlet to Oleksandr Usyk once again.
