"Murat Gassiev is the hardest puncher I've ever been in a ring with" - Ola Afolabi

Well stated, I knew he reminded me of someone, and it is indeed Beterbiev. Similar facial features/expression.

Yeah. He took Lebedev's shots really well but I'm not sure he'd like a big Wilder or AJ right hand. Still, at 23 he's got time to tighten up that defence, and it was already good enough to beat Lebedev.

 

I think Gassiev has a shot, he's a real tremendous pressure fighter that could cut the ring off as well. If Gassiev can take USYK'S movement away and force him to stand his ground then it's quite possible Gassiev can win and by stoppage. He looked good against Lebedev and I think he can hang with USYK from a technical standpoint as well. He's got skills.

 

Gassiev is the oldest looking 'just turned 23 year old' I've seen. I can't believe he's a little younger than me.

 

I don't think Gassiev has any chance of beating Usyk. Usyk's a big Cruiser who'll completely outbox him.
Let's see how much Abel Sanchez can develop him.

 

You never say a puncher has no chance in the fight game.

 

Yep Usyk too mobile

 

Same age but next to him i look like 16...

 

What about the Fury clan?

 

Since hes so young, I can imagine him growing into HW overtime.

Bit like Haye, he has the power that will carry up.

 

Descendants of the ancient Alans...

 

I think Usyk wins the tournament, but Gassiev is awesome!!!

 

Hahaha, you are a fan of the cruisers.

Its all those exciting Eastern Euro's that perked your interest.

Who's your favourite? Or too many to pick?

 

Your off your rocker kid.

It goes like this

Wlad > AJ > GGG > Beterbiev > Gassiev > Wilder