From Michael Benson on Twitter. He said Lebedev said he'll fight for his old WBA title against somebody who fought on the undercard of Joshua vs Povetkin. I'm not a fan of Okolie as a boxer, his style is horrible to watch, but I'll give him credit if he takes this fight. Massive step up and I think Lebedev beats him at this stage. I think Lebedev is too strong to be manhandled and cuddled off Okolie all night, and he's the better boxer. Will his age and fitness be a factor though?
Okolie is the new Price. Blurs the line between being awful and entertaining. I found Okolies last fight hilarious, he was goose stepping and throwing bolo punches in what seemed like slow motion.
Doubt it happens but would be a fun fight! Okolie is a weird one, he’s not a very good boxer but what he does do is effective and seems to work along with the out muscling of opponents When I heard chamberlain was sparring usyk I really thought he’d do a number on him but he just couldn’t work him out on the night Lots of good fights out there for Lawrence and Isaac so good luck to them
May as well through Okolie in just now, because nobody has interest in him and his style. least this will bring a bit of excitement regarding him.
I think it could be smart matchmaking. Personally I think Lebedev is done. I don’t rate Okolie but like I said now is the perfect time to jump on someone like Lebedev who is battle worn.