I think Kabayel is #2 and the only potential threat to Usyk

[JakeTheBoxer]

Honestly, Parker and Kabayel should really fight each other to prove who is the most deserving of the shot.

Usyk has more than put his work in.

That is a good post.

[JakeTheBoxer]

Kabayel takes on the division after Usyk retires.

[PBR Streetgang]

I think Agit is probably the toughest matchup for Usyk because of his intelligent application of pressure and dedicated body attack. I still think Usyk, provided he doesn't get "old", still manages to beat him.

[Toffee]

I remember when Parker was written off by most. He was never a bad fighter and it was obvious that he could hang in the upper part of the top 10 for a while yet and maybe even be champion again. I don't believe he's transformed since then - I think he's the same guy who got outboxed by Joshua to a pretty comfortable and obvious UD. A good all round fighter who doesn't quite have anything about him that is exceptional enough to beat elite fighters.

Whereas with Kabayel, we haven't seen his ceiling yet. He's been impressive getting to where he is. Maybe he can keep figuring out and breaking down his opponents? We won't know his limit until we see it.

Both deserve the next step. Personally I'm more interested in seeing Kabayel step it up.

I expect Usyk wipes them both though. Better experience, better skills, more proven, more everything.