WBC heavyweight champion WBO and WBO Alexander Usik continues to prepare for the finals of the World Boxing Super Series (WBSS) against the Russian Murat Gassiev, but the place of the battle is still unknown.

So, the team Gassieva again announced the desire to fight in Russia.

Counselor of the Russian boxer Lev Khorolinsky in an interview with FightNews said that the battle with Usik can be held in Moscow.

"Now there are talks between the Federation of Boxing of Russia and the company Comosa. Comosa has the right to appoint a date and venue for the decisive battle. Wherever and whenever a duel took place, we will be ready for 100%.

I think it will be better for all parties that the solution of the issue is not delayed. After all, we are waiting for an incredible battle between two incredible athletes, "- said Khorolinsky.

Earlier it was reported that the Usik-Gassiev fight would be held in Saudi Arabia. The preliminary date was May 11.

Note that the winner of the fight will get the belt The Ring, the champion titles under the WBC, WBO, WBA, IBF, as well as a special cup of Mohammed Ali.