Usyk v Verhoeven: Eddie Hearn's Take

About this episode

Steve Bunce interviews Eddie Hearn about the upcoming fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven, featuring insights from both fighters and Max Verstappen.

What kind of challenge will Rico Verhoeven pose to Oleksandr Usyk? That’s just one of the questions Buncey puts to Eddie Hearn as they sit down ahead of Saturday night’s fight. We hear from both fighters on what they’re expecting in the ring, while four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen gives an insight into his fellow Dutchman and close friend.

People in this episode

Host: Steve Bunce

Guest: Eddie Hearn

Topics covered

• boxing
• Usyk vs Verhoeven
• Eddie Hearn
• fight analysis
• sports commentary

Keywords

• Usyk
• Verhoeven
• Eddie Hearn
• boxing
• Max Verstappen

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