The former coach of Alexander Usik, American James A. Bashir, considers the Ukrainian to be the favorite in the fight with Murat Gassiev in the World Boxing Super Series (WBSS).

"It does not matter where to box: in Moscow or on the Moon. After the gong in the ring will remain only Usik, Gassiev and the referee. I consider Alexander the favorite of this fight.

The skills of Usik and his abilities make it possible to assert that he is a very strong fighter.

He will not have problems to win and he will be the main contender for victory in this fight.

From my point of view, the whole world will watch this fight. Everyone will look at the ring, regardless of what Russia will say, "said Bashir, who is quoted by Tribuna. com.

The duel of Usik-Gassiev will be held July 21 in Moscow. At first he was to pass on May 11 in Saudi Arabia, but because of the Ukrainian's injury the meeting had to be postponed.

At stake is the title of the absolute world champion in the first cruiserweight.