Negotiations are now in the advanced stage and could be concluded shortly, although some reports that the bout is a done deal are a little premature, according to Wawrzyk’s promoters over at Warriors Boxing.
“I do not have a contract yet for Povetkin v Wawrzyk, but we have a deal in principle for the fight,” Leon Margules told World Boxing News today.
Povetkin, 33, is ready to make the fourth defence of his world crown as he eagerly awaits a potential battle with Wladimir Klitschko later in the year, whilst 25 year-old Wawrzyk was linked to a clash with the returning David Haye until recently.
The 27-0 was largely an unkown quantity until the last few weeks, despite his impressive-looking record, and could make a massive improvement to his reputation if he can pull off an upset at the clash, which is touted for Crocus City Hall in Myakinino.
