Vyacheslav Uzelkov Trains Hard For The Gutknecht Fight

By Alexey Sukachev and Dmitry Mikhalchuk

For former light heavyweight contender and one-time world title challenger Vyacheslav Uzelkov, the moment of truth is very, very close. On February 4, Uzelkov (25-1, 16 KOs), who lost a wide decision to Beibut Shumenov in the WBA bid in 2010 but who also got several well-earned victories over tough opposition, including knockout wins over Gabriel Campillo and Denis Simcic, challenges European champion Eduard Gutknecht (22-1, 9 KOs) for his belt.

“Everything is coming together according our plan”, says Uzelkov. “I’m training hard for Gutknecht in my hometown of Vinnitsa, and I’m fully dedicating myself to the camp. I have seen his tapes. I can say that he is very dangerous; his European title speaks for itself”.

“I’m sparring in pairs with several boxers”, continues Uzelkov. “I have already fought the twelve-round distance twice in camp, and tonight I’ll have another lengthy sparring session. I’m trying to avoid any concerns, any nervousness during the camp. I’m totally concentrated on the upcoming fight”.

“I want to emphasize a simple fact. On February 4 you’ll see another Vyacheslav Uzelkov, someone totally different to the Uzelkov of old. Everything will be different, even the soundtrack for my ring entrance. But I won’t give you any details. Just wait for the fight date, and you’ll see everything for yourself”.