Robert Helenius has outlined his intention to be named mandatory challenger for the WBA heavyweight title and believes he would knock Tyson Fury out.
The Finnish fighter is currently ranked third with the WBA, a belt currently held by Oleksandr Usyk, and is confident he will be given the position he is fighting for.
However, he faces a wait with Usyk set to face Anthony Joshua in a rematch and, with Fury yet to agree to terms with Dillian Whyte, has been touted as a March opponent for the Manchester fighter.
If that fight were to emerge, Helenius believes he'd face an easier time than he would against Usyk and believes he would end the Gypsy King's unbeaten streak.
"Right now we are waiting for a formal response from the WBA, this is my first priority," he told Sky Sports.
"My lawyer has notified WBA in writing, I've paid sanctioning fees, and there is no more deserving contender to fight Usyk in the WBA than me.
"I fully expect to be officially named mandatory. I've earned it and I will fight outside the ring as hard as I fight inside the ring for my opportunity.
"I have heard my name mentioned by Bob Arum and others of possibly fighting Fury in March. Of course, I feel I would beat Fury.
"He looked great against Deontay Wilder, but he would find a much less favourable style against me.
"I would knock Fury out. He is an easier style for me than Usyk for sure."
