By Lawrence Okolie has his eyes set on a historic achievement in boxing. He’s aiming to claim the WBC Bridgerweight title against Lukasz Rozanski in Poland, which would make him a champion in two different weight classes. However, Okolie’s ultimate goal is to conquer the heavyweight division, where Oleksandr Usyk currently reigns supreme after defeating Tyson Fury.
Okolie, a former WBO cruiserweight champion, is candid about his aspirations and the reality of the boxing landscape. He’s aware that while a fight with top champions like Usyk or Fury would be lucrative and challenging, it’s the contenders just below them, such as Filip Hrgovic and Joseph Parker, who he’s more likely to face as they ascend to world-level prominence.
The upcoming fight in Rzeszow is crucial for Okolie, not just for the Bridgerweight title but also for improving his ranking and setting the stage for his heavyweight ambitions. Despite a setback in his last fight, Okolie is driven by legacy rather than financial incentives, hoping to inspire his son with lessons of resilience and victory.
