Oleksandr Usyk appears to have bulked up to face Tyson Fury.
The Ukrainian has been pictured in his training camp as he prepares to take on the ‘Gypsy King’ for a chance to become undisputed champion, the first since Lennox Lewis achieved the feat in 1999.
Usyk posted footage on a speed ball, showing off both his fast hands and impressive shape, where he looks significantly bulkier than in previous appearances on social media.
And fans were quick to react, with one writing: “Usyk is always in shape, but he looks like he’s ready to fight right now!”
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Another agreed: “Looks in great shape, and his arms seem a lot more muscular than normal.
One fan even questioned: “Has Usyk ever looked in better shape?”
A comment joked: “Looking hench or maybe it’s the haircut.”
One even predicted: “You’re looking at undisputed champion right here, I’ve said it from the start.
“Usyk will bully him with his hand speed and better footwork.”
Although some were less optimistic, with a fan writing: “Things to note – Bag high up to imitate Fury’s head. Punching up reduces power. Usyk has got no power.”
A viewer was more impressed with his skills, concluding: “Absolutely amazing skills while looking at the camera, he only missed the ball once!”
The Ukrainian previously reigned as undisputed cruiserweight world champion, before piling on weight to compete in the blue-riband division.
He has made a huge impression despite being smaller in size, beating Derek Chisora, Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois since stepping up.
But the size difference to 6ft 9ins Fury could be huge on the night, given the unified champion stands six inches smaller at 6ft 3ins.
Fury has regularly aimed critical jibes at Usyk for his size, but many are expecting the Ukrainian to possess the superior boxing skills on the night.
The Briton also himself looks in brilliant shape, and has shown off a remarkable transformation since narrowly beating Francis Ngannou in October 2023.
Fans have been equally impressed by the WBC champion’s training footage, as he worked the pads with his father John Fury.
