Harvey Dykes took week off work for Dychko clash, eyes month-long break

Harvey Dykes has taken time off his day job to prepare for his fight against Ivan Dychko and says he wants a month away from work if he wins.

“I took the week off work for this - I'm hoping to take the next month off work!”

— Harvey Dykes, via Sky Sports

What Harvey Dykes said

Dykes is a lightweight stepping into a fight against Dychko, an opponent he faces with limited professional time to train. The fighter balances boxing with employment outside the ring, a common situation for boxers below championship level.

What it moves

Dykes told Sky Sports his plan hinges on a victory. "I took the week off work for this — I'm hoping to take the next month off work!" he said. If he wins, the extended break could signal a push for more fights in quick succession.

Source: skysports.com. Full Harvey Dykes fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.