Usyk vs Spong

It's been announced for October 12 in Chicago. Bit of an odd choice for the opponent considering they had Takam in mind first time around before he got injured.

Spong is a well established kickboxer whose dabbled in MMA. Now he's boxing and has a 14-0 record with 13 KO's over poor opposition. I expect Usyk to school him and get a late stoppage.

Seems an odd choice of opponent to me leagues apart, thoughts?

They have probably thought Takem was a harder fight after an injury and lay off so have chosen an easier opponent.

I thought Takem was too difficult for a first fight any way.

Daft name

Takam demaded more money after signing with a new promoter. Basically, he chose a new path instead of being served up to Uysk.