There is nothing like a title fight. Especially when it’s a matchup of undefeated champions. On July 21 such a rare occasion will take place. Oleksandr Usyk is a slight chalk against Murat Gassiev. But many experts believe that Gassiev is a live betting odds for Boxing dog. With plenty of potential for bit. Gassiev will be fighting on his native soil of Russia. Which has been a point of contention in its own right. But Usyk is the top ranked cruiserweight in the world. With plenty of good reason. The winner takes home four title belts!
Unification Cruiserweight Title Murat Gassiev vs. Oleksandr Usyk
Date and Time: July 21, 2018
Location: Olimpiyskiy, Moscow
Boxing Odds at SBG: Murat Gassiev +145, Oleksandr Usyk -165
Boxing TV Coverage: Check Listings
Reasons for Intrigue
The reasons for intrigue in this fight are numerous. For the first time in their careers one of these men will lose. Among the many attractions, that ranks as good as any. Beyond the four title belts there is another historic artifact for the winner. The Muhammad Ali Trophy will be bestowed to the victor. This new trophy is for the World Boxing Super Series champion.
Gassiev
Gassiev has a Betting Odds for Boxing record of 26-0. He has a total of 19 knockouts for his career. “Iron” is 24 years old and fights from an orthodox stance. Currently the WBA and IBF Cruiserweight title belts belong to Gassiev. In his last bout on February 3, 2018 Yunier Dorticos was the opponent. Gassiev scored a scored a 12 round technical knockout win. Dorticos was knocked down twice in the 12th round. On the line were the IBF and WBA Cruiserweight titles.
Oleksandr Usyk
Oleksandr Usyk has a career record of 14-0. He has posted 11 sports betting knockout wins. Usyk last fought on January 27, 2018. He scored a 12 round majority decision win over Mairis Brieds. Fighting out of a southpaw stance Usyk is 31 years of age. And a native of Ukraine. Usyk is the WBC and WBO Cruiserweight champion.
Long Awaited Fight
This fight took a while to get arranged. It was originally supposed to take place in Saudi Arabia. But an injury to Usyk force a postponement. Then it was believed that England would be the best location for the unification title bout. But promoters soon discovered there was far more interest in Russia. The gate would be greater. Both Gassiev and Usyk are heroes there. Fans would have easier access. And the interest generated has been sensational. Moscow has proven to be a great selection as venue.
Gassiev
Gassiev has had to downplay the theory that he has an advantage. Some fans got hyperbolic about the fight being in the underdog’s native country. Usyk also down played its significance. The Olympic gold medal winner stated he would go anywhere to fight Gassiev. Even if it meant going to Antarctica!
Matchup to Watch
Another attraction for this bout is the contrasting styles. Gassiev is a powerful puncher. Usyk is technically proficient. Perhaps as much or more than anyone. Gassiev certainly makes for an attractive Betting Odds for Boxing dog. But Usyk is the more complete boxer. He is ranked number on in the world for a reason.
Betting Odds for Boxing: Murat Gassiev vs. Oleksandr Usyk Betting Odds Picks
Oleksandr Usyk should win the decision. This one is likely to go the distance!
Boxing Betting Online Pick: Oleksandr Usyk!