Oleksandr Usyk has weighed in on one of boxing’s most debated potential fights, giving his prediction for a long-discussed clash between Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson.
Stevenson is a four-weight world champion and remains unbeaten as a professional, earning widespread praise for his slick southpaw style and defensive ability. Davis, meanwhile, has established himself as one of boxing’s biggest attractions with his explosive punching power, but legal trouble outside of the ropes has led to inactivity.
The 31-year-old has been out of action since a controversial draw with Lamont Roach Jr in March of 2025 and, despite reports, still has not booked a return.
If ‘Tank’ returns to the ring and targets the biggest fights possible, Stevenson – who recently announced a high-profile deal with Zuffa Boxing – should be top of the list.
Three-time undisputed champion Usyk recently told FightHype that he is backing Stevenson’s skill to win the fight should it happen, believing the Newark southpaw to be one of the top three pound-for-pound fighters in the sport.
It is perhaps no surprise that Usyk has sided with Stevenson. The Ukrainian has built his own career on movement, ring IQ and technical excellence rather than raw punching power, qualities that many believe make Stevenson one of the most difficult fighters in the sport to beat.
Despite fans calling for the fight for many years, it still seems more of a hope than a certainty. One positive, however, is that Devin Haney – as equally accomplished and regarded as Stevenson and Davis – remains a touted opponent for both men.
