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Oleksandr Usyk

3 stories covering Oleksandr Usyk — news, results and analysis.

Oleksandr Usyk in the ring during a heavyweight world title fight
Boxing

Usyk Backs Moses Itauma as Heavyweight Heir: "He's Special"

The lineal champ, one fight from retirement, tips a 21-year-old over rivals Dubois and Kabayel. First up: Filip Hrgovic on August 29.

Jul 27, 2026

Oleksandr Usyk in the ring after a heavyweight bout
Boxing

Usyk Backs Joshua to Stop Fury — Right After AJ Gets Dropped Twice

Joshua, 29-4, hit the canvas twice inside 20 seconds against Kristian Prenga before rallying. Usyk still fancies him to finish Fury.

Jul 26, 2026

Oleksandr Usyk speaking at a press event in his corner gear
Boxing

Usyk Backs Joshua to KO Fury After AJ Survives Two Knockdowns vs Prenga

Anthony Joshua hit the canvas twice in round one against Kristian Prenga before roaring back for a second-round stoppage in Jeddah.

Jul 26, 2026