Usyk returns heavyweight belts to AJ after victory

Usyk returns heavyweight belts to AJ after victory

Leshi Adebayo

 

 

New World Heavyweight Champion, Oleksandr Usyk has handed jvjy the IBF, IBO, WBA and WBO titles he won on Saturday to Anthony Joshua.

In a video uploaded on Twitter, Usyk was seen telling Joshua, “See you soon” inside the dressing room.

 

Recall that the Ukrainian outclassed his British rival with his skill, speed and resilience throughout the 12 rounds at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Usyk, a former cruiserweight champion, was awarded the victory on all three judges’ scorecards.

He returned to Ukraine with the IBF, IBO, WBA and WBO titles having ended Joshua’s second reign as heavyweight king.

However, the 34-year-old was seen returning all the belts to Joshua after his superb performance.

Despite losing out to Usyk on Saturday night, Joshua is able to keep his belts as a former champion, while Usyk will receive a set of fresh ones.

 

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