Cruiserweight champion Olexandr Usyk and longtime former champion Marco Huck will start the World Boxing Super Series Cruiserweight tournament on September 9th in Germany, according to Dan Rafael of espn.com.
“The first fight of the tournament will be staged in one of the most famous and influential cities in Europe in one of the most important boxing markets,” Comosa AG’s Roberto Dalmiglio said. “Two great champions and the first glimpse of one of the favorites in such renowned venue.”
“I can’t wait for the start of the tournament,” said Usyk, who will be making his third title defense. “I miss the ring and look forward to hearing the opening bell ring again. At the moment I am not thinking of my opponent. I am concentrated on my preparation. I’ve got many things to do in my training camp. If he wishes, he may think about me.”
“I have seen that I am the favorite (to win the tournament),” Usyk said. “I am confident in what I am doing at the moment. Once the first round begins I will start doing my job. I will box with passion and devotion.”
“I am very excited that I am meeting the so-called favorite for the tournament already in the first fight,” Huck said. “This will definitely be a fight that no fan should miss. I have won world titles and defended them many times, but the Muhammad Ali Trophy (that will go to the tournament winner) is unique. I would love to win it.”
“I believe that the fans in are in for an electrifying opener to the World Boxing Super Series and eight consecutive weekends of action,” Sauerland said. “I genuinely felt electricity between the pair. I think Huck really wanted Usyk to pick him and the way they faced off on the stage in Monaco (at the draft) was a sign of things to come. I’m not sure the judges will be needed in this one.”
