On December 13, IBF mandatory Alexander Povetkin is planning to show the world that IBF/WBO champion Wladimir Klitschko is the past. The battle of Olympic Gold Medal winners will take place at the SAP Arena in Mannheim. Povetkin believes that Klitschko is his big chance to make a statement.
"I will snatch the world title from Klitschko," Povetkin said. "Now I am here. I am the future."
Klitschko, still in his prime and more experienced, is confindent of victory, but will not overlook Povetkin.
"Alexander Povetkin is a very strong opponent, whom I definitely will not underestimate," Klitschko said on his website, klitschko.com. "That we are both Olympic champions speaks for itself. The fans will witness a great heavyweight fight. I am really looking forward to boxing again in the SAP Arena. I have become world champion there twice and the fans from the region are unique. The atmosphere in the hall was amazing at both of my previous appearances."
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