What next for heavyweight division after Usyk's win?
Summary
Oleksandr Usyk won a tough boxing match against Rico Verhoeven in Egypt, keeping his three heavyweight world titles. Usyk, who is 39 years old and undefeated in 25 fights, plans to have a few more fights before retiring, while other boxers line up to challenge him.Key Facts
- Usyk won against Verhoeven with a stoppage near the end of the 11th round.
- Verhoeven has a strong kickboxing background but limited boxing experience.
- Usyk holds three heavyweight belts: WBA 'super', WBC, and IBF.
- Agit Kabayel is next in line to challenge Usyk for the WBC belt but Usyk may not be interested.
- Frank Sanchez won a knockout fight and is the top contender for Usyk's IBF title.
- Murat Gassiev holds the WBA 'regular' title and is among potential challengers.
- Verhoeven may continue fighting but a rematch with Usyk is unlikely soon.
- A big boxing fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is expected later this year.
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