Anton Kadushin, the trainer of Murat Gassiev, provided analysis of the Usyk-Verhoeven fight in an interview. Kadushin stated the fight was difficult for Usyk because Verhoeven is technically unorthodox for a heavyweight boxer, plus he is big and durable. He noted that Usyk does not possess a heavy one-punch knockout power, which contributed to the competitive nature of the bout. However, Kadushin believes Usyk ultimately caught Verhoeven appropriately. The trainer expressed confidence that in the 12th round, Usyk would have continued his momentum and caused Verhoeven to fall heavily, resulting in the same outcome of a stoppage victory. This analysis supports the view that despite the controversy, the result would have been similar.
