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Klitschko still has it all to do, says Lennox

Lennox Lewis believes IBF heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko still has to prove himself after keeping his title against Lamon Brewster.

Klitschko lost the WBO crown to Brewster in 2004 but stopped the American in Cologne to retain his latest title, despite breaking his hand in the first round. Brewster did not appear for the seventh round after Klitschko had dominated.

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Wlad all over: Klitschko was always in command against Lamon Brewster

Lewis, a ringside commentator for HBO, said: 'Wladimir wanted to win in a convincing manner this time and he did so. He has got a terrific jab. He is a dominant force in the heavyweight scene but the type of fighters he has boxed haven't really pushed him to his true potential.

'He should fight the best because I know he wants to become the undisputed champion. 'Any of the belt holders would give him trouble but I am sure that, with his talent, speed, strength and power, he will overcome that.'

WBA champion Ruslan Chagaev and WBO title holder Sultan Ibragimov will unify their belts with a fight in October, and Klitschko has already challenged the winner. Klitschko said: 'It is my goal to unify the titles. I want to be the absolute champion like Lennox Lewis was.

'At 31, I am about to reach my prime, I have some good years left and I want to stay successful.'

Klitschko, who has won 49 of his 52 fights, 44 by knockout, knocked down Brewster in the fourth round, but the bell saved the American.

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