Usyk v Bellew Preview: Cruiserweight crown up for grabs

Bellew has already said he’s one of the finest cruiserweights the division has seen. He can often draw you into a full sense of security and then pounce when Bellew gets more confident.

If this is an out and out boxing match, then Usyk should come through it.

But if it turns into a war, then this is where Bellew could come into his own.

Tony Bellew

The final chapter in Bellew’s career beckons. He needs to make this a real battle if he’s to get the better of Usyk.

But Bellew thrives off being the underdog and he will hope he can throw some punches early and unsettle his opponent.

His jab can be dangerous and he’ll have to must get in the face of the Ukrainian.

If he can thwart the dangerous southpaw then Bellew does have the power to cause an upset.

Match odds and Prediction

Bellew has said he must ensure the fight goes on past the fifth round.

Our traders have Bellew to win between Rounds 5 and 8 at 16/1 and 9-12 at 22/1.

He’s 4/1 for victory in the outright betting.

Many people believe Usyk will just have too much for the Bomber, Usyk to win on points is 7/4.

The Cat to win by Decision or Technical Decision is 7/4.

Bellew to knock Usyk down, but the Ukrainian to win is 5/1.

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