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• Oleksandr Usyk to Defend WBC Heavyweight Title Against Kickboxer Rico Verhoeven

By Robert Brizel, Head Real Combat Media Boxing Correspondent Giza, Egypt (March 1st, 2026)– The Ring will present Glory in Giza. With the historical backdrop of the pyramids of Giza, Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend the World Boxing Council version of the World heavyweight title against longtime heavyweight kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven on May 23, […]...2026
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• Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven: Everything You Need to Know About the GLORY Kickboxing Champion
The announcement of kickboxing king Rico Verhoeven stepping into the boxing ring with arguably the best fighter in the world has received a mixed reception from boxing fans. Many see the crossover contest as a retirement payday for Oleksandr Usyk, who will defend his WBC heavyweight title under the backdrop of one of the planet’s […] The post Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven: Everything You...2026
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• WBC Sanctions Usyk vs Verhoeven, Kabayel Next After Egypt

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• Usyk to Defend WBC Title vs. Rico Verhoeven at Pyramids of Giza
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will defend his WBC heavyweight title against former kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven on Saturday, May 23 at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, it was… The post Usyk to Defend WBC Title vs. Rico Verhoeven at Pyramids of Giza appeared first on BoxingInsider.com....2026
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• Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven: The WBC changes stance on heavyweight bout

The boxing world has received plenty of shocking news in recent weeks, with Conor Benn moving from Matchroom to Zuffa Boxing. Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 was also confirmed, and then Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven was announced, leaving the boxing world wondering what could be next. The WBC seemed intent on billing this as a “special event,” but it appears they have now changed their st...2026
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• Oleksandr Usyk’s Next Move Feels Like the Beginning of the End

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• Deontay Wilder Sends Heartfelt Message To Anthony Joshua

Former WBC heavyweight champion has sent a message of support to after the Brit’s recent tragedy. The two-time unified heavyweight champion was involved in a car crash in Nigeria on December 29 which led to the tragic deaths of Sina Ghami and Latif ‘Latz’ Ayodele. The tragic accident took place just days after Joshua knocked […]...2026
• Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora being finalised

As revealed by Brunch Boxing and Dan Rafael at Fight Freaks Unite, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and former WBC challenger Derek Chisora are finalising a deal to fight in London in April. “The Bronze Bomber” had been linked to a fight with Oleksandr Usyk, but it now appears the Alabama native is close to facing Chisora. Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora in talks for April showdown R...2026
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• Claressa Shields vs Danielle Perkins set for Feb. 2

Claressa Shields will face Danielle Perkins on Feb. 2 | Photo by Terrell Groggins/Getty Images Claressa Shields will face Danielle Perkins on Feb. 2 in Flint, Michigan. Claressa Shields is set to return to action on Sunday, Feb. 2, headlining a DAZN-streamed event from her hometown of Flint, Mich. Shields (15-0, 3 KO) will defend her WBC heavyweight title against Danielle Perkins (5-0, 2 K...2024
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• Deontay Wilder reveals broken arm injury

The decline of Deontay Wilder over the last twelve months has been shocking, as the former WBC heavyweight world champion picked up the third and fourth defeats of his career and seemingly lost any hope of returning to the heavyweight throne. Now, the hard-hitting American has opened up on a recently discovery of a broken […] The post Deontay Wilder reveals broken arm injury appeared first o...2024
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"🔟 years ago today, precision met power when former WBC Heavyweight World Champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder delivered the Knockout of the Year, stopping Artur Szpilka with a picture-perfect right hand in the ninth round."

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• Mike Tyson makes his feelings clear on whether Tyson Fury should stay retired or make a comeback

continues to flirt with a comeback to boxing and now heavyweight legend has offered his verdict on whether ‘The Gypsy King’ should return. Fury hung up the gloves after consecutive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk in 2024, first losing his WBC heavyweight title to the Ukrainian and then failing to regain it in the rematch. Yet, […] The post Mike Tyson makes his feelings clear on whether Tyson Fury ...2025
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• Who Will Oleksandr Usyk Fight Next? Parker, Kabayel, Dubois All In The Frame
The current heavyweight division sure is stacked with worthy contenders, contenders who all want a piece of reigning WBA/WBO/WBC heavyweight ... continue Who Will Oleksandr Usyk Fight Next? Parker, Kabayel, Dubois All In The Frame @ Boxing News 24/7...2025
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• Agit Kabayel gets off canvas, knocks out Zhilei Zhang in six

Agit Kabayel got dropped, but came back to knock Zhilei Zhang out | Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing Agit Kabayel got dropped, but came back to knock Zhilei Zhang out in the sixth round. Agit Kabayel continued his stunning march up the heavyweight ranks today, coming off the canvas in round five to knock out Zhilei Zhang in the sixth. Kabayel (26-0, 18 KO) made it three straight noteworthy w...2025
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• Deontay Wilder could be offered WBC heavyweight title shot
Deontay Wilder is on red alert for a shot at the vacant WBC heavyweight title as Oleksandr Usyk considers his future. World Boxing News reported that Zhilei Zhang’s fight against Agit Kabayel on February 22 has been upgraded to an interim championship fight. This means that if Usyk decides to vacate at any point in… The post Deontay Wilder could be offered WBC heavyweight title s...2025
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• Deontay Wilder vs Curtis Harper on BLK Prime Card on April 26th
Down-and-out former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and journeyman Curtis Harper have reportedly signed contracts ... read more Deontay Wilder vs Curtis Harper on BLK Prime Card on April 26th @ Boxing News 24...2025
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• John Fury Warns Tyson Not To Do One Thing Against Oleksandr Usyk

Many feel that Tyson Fury is approaching his toughest test yet against Oleksandr Usyk, and his father John Fury has offered some words of wisdom to his son, as he prepares to tackle and defeat one of the best boxing brains in the game. Fury is the WBC heavyweight champion, and is all set for […] The post John Fury Warns Tyson Not To Do One Thing Against Oleksandr Usyk appeared first on Boxin...2024
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• Confirmed: Fury and Usyk sign contracts for undisputed fight

Fury vs Usyk is reportedly signed and ready to go in late 2023 or early 2024 | Julian Finney/Getty Images and Jakub Porzycki/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Fury vs Usyk is reportedly signed and ready to go in late 2023 or early 2024. UPDATE (11:44 am ET): Both Tyson Fury and promoter Frank Warren have confirmed the news. Fury vs Usyk is signed. Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk have reported...2023
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• Tyson Fury Was Shouting Instructions And Backing One Man In ‘Shocking’ Usyk-Joshua Rematch

Tyson Fury’s new reality show on Netflix has offered fans an insight into how the WBC Heavyweight Champion reacted when Oleksandr Usyk successfully defended his world titles against Anthony Joshua. The rematch took place in August of 2022, a couple of months after Fury had announced a shock, and short-lived, retirement from boxing. He sits […] The post Tyson Fury Was Shouting Instructi...2023
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• Eddie Hearn On Fury’s Latest Offer To Fight Joshua: “Everyone’s Wiser Than That Now”

Eddie Hearn has responded to claims from Tyson Fury’s side that Anthony Joshua has rejected a shot at the WBC Heavyweight title. The offer was made ad-hoc by Fury last week for a September fight, building on the already worked-out terms from 2022. Joshua’s side were reluctant to deviate from their plan of a fight […] The post Eddie Hearn On Fury’s Latest Offer To Fight Josh...2023
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• Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua Negotiations Over Once Again: “He Doesn’t Want It”

Anthony Joshua’s team have removed themselves from current talks to face Tyson Fury, as per promoter Frank Warren. The WBC Heavyweight Champion is currently in the market for an opponent, and reignited the domestic rivalry last week by claiming to have sent a draft contract to Joshua. ‘AJ’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, clarified that they hadn’t […] The post Tyson Fury-Anth...2023
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• Wilder v Chisora each celebrate 50th fight, April 4th, O2 London.

Derek Chisora's fight with former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder 44-4-1 (42) has been confirmed for the O2 Arena in London on 4 April.The event will be a 50th professional fight for both 42-year-old Chisora and American Wilder, 40.Chisora 36-13 (23) suggested last year, that his retirement would proceed his 50th bout which would take place overseas, however circumstances have arisen for...2026
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• Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba: Live WBC Heavyweight Results

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• Boxing Results: Live Wilder vs Herndon coverage
LIVE | World Boxing News provides results from Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas, as Deontay Wilder battles Tyrrell Herndon. Former WBC heavyweight champion Wilder faces a make-or-break comeback on Friday night following two successive defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang. ‘The Bronze Bomber’ has a plan in place to face world-class opposition in… The post...2025
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• Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury fight results: Thrilling bout ends in split draw despite two knockdowns
Wilder knocked down Fury twice and retained his WBC heavyweight title despite Fury controlling the bout...2018
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• Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury fight results: Live boxing updates, scorecard, PPV start time, undercard
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• Deontay Wilder vs. Gerald Washington results: Live blog, boxing updates, odds
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• Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven: The WBC changes stance on heavyweight bout
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• John Fury Warns Tyson Not To Do One Thing Against Oleksandr Usyk
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• Confirmed: Fury and Usyk sign contracts for undisputed fight
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• Report: Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou “expected”
Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou are now “expected” to announce a fight with one another | Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images and Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou are now “expected” to announce a fight with one another. WBC heavyweight titlist and Tyson Fury and former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou may finally have a deal in place. Ariel Helwan...2023
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• John Fury’s Shocking Ultimatum: Tyson Should Retire If One Of Two Men Isn’t Next

John Fury, father of WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson, has called on his son to retire if he can’t secure a fight against one of two opponents. Tyson hasn’t been seen in the ring since he defeated old friend Derek Chisora for a third time back in December. Unified champion, Oleksandr Usyk, climbed on the ring […] The post John Fury’s Shocking Ultimatum: Tyson Should Retire I...2023
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• John Fury Names The One Thing That Sets Tyson Apart From Other Heavyweights

John Fury, father of WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson, believes his son possesses one attribute that makes him stand out from all other heavyweights. Tyson boasts an undefeated record of 33 wins from his 34 professional fights – the blemish being a lone draw against Deontay Wilder in which many felt he was deserving of victory. […] The post John Fury Names The One Thing That Sets Tyson ...2023
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• New WBC Heavyweight Rankings: Wilder No1, Joshua Down At 5
The new WBC heavyweight rankings have come out, the new Top-15, and it’s fair to say some eyebrows will be ... more New WBC Heavyweight Rankings: Wilder No1, Joshua Down At 5 @ Boxing News 24/7...2023
• On This Day In 1978: Ken Norton Becomes WBC Heavyweight Champion Outside Of The Ring
In the pantheon of heavyweight greats, Ken Norton ranks highly; the ex-Marine having earned his spurs with epic fights, both ... more On This Day In 1978: Ken Norton Becomes WBC Heavyweight Champion Outside Of The Ring @ Boxing News 24/7...2023
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• Anthony Joshua Says He Should Be WBC Champion After Knocking Out Francis Ngannou

Anthony Joshua has declared that he should be the WBC heavyweight champion after his destructive knockout victory over Francis Ngannou on Friday. ‘AJ’ earned a vicious second round stoppage over Ngannou, knocking down the former UFC titleholder three times on his way to the dominant win. It was a contrasting performance from Ngannou, who in […] The post Anthony Joshua Says He Sho...2024
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• Tyson Fury Confirms Return With ‘Monstrous’ Fight News: “The Champ Is Back!”

Tyson Fury has returned to social media to tease the next defence of his WBC heavyweight title. ‘The Gypsy King’ was last in the ring for a one-sided affair against old pal, Derek Chisora, in December of 2022. Following that victory, he immediately entered talks with Oleksandr Usyk. Usyk is the division’s other champion, holding […] The post Tyson Fury Confirms Return With ...2023
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• Tyson Fury urged to retire after Oleksandr Usyk fight collapses
Tyson Fury has been urged to retire after failing to agree to a deal with Oleksandr Usyk despite the Ukrainian bowing to his demands. “The Gypsy King” stated he’d put his WBC heavyweight title on the line against the three-belt Pound for Pound number one. Fury wanted seventy percent of the pot despite Usyk holding… Tyson Fury urged to retire after Oleksandr Usyk fight ...2023
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• WBC Says Current Heavyweight Situation Is ‘Terrible’: “We Have To Take Action”

Anthony Joshua may officially be called to face Tyson Fury for the WBC Heavyweight title, as per the sanctioning body’s president, who says that the current heavyweight backlog is ‘terrible.’ Fury is in the market for an opponent, looking to fight in his home country in September, but is so far struggling to find a […] The post WBC Says Current Heavyweight Situation Is R...2023
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• Wilder-Zhang, Hrgovic-Dubois Tabbed For June 1 Beterbiev-Bivol Show in Riyadh

Heavyweights will remain a central theme under Turki Alalshikh’s watch, even in supporting capacity. The Ring has learned that a pair of intriguing matchups in boxing’s most storied division are on tap for June 1 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Former WBC heavyweight titlist Deontay Wilder and China’s Zhilei Zhang are on course to meet in […] The post Wilder-Zhang, Hrgovic-Dubois ...2024
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• Tyson Fury Compares Punch Power Of Wilder And Klitschko: “You Don’t Feel It”

WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury, once compared the power of his two toughest opponents, Wladimir Klitschko and Deontay Wilder. Fury defeated Klitschko in 2015, outpointing the Ukrainian, who had been unbeaten for over a decade, in the traditionally unfavourable location of Germany. Four years later, Fury battled to a draw with then WBC champion, Wilder, […] The post Tyson Fury Compares ...2023
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• Wilder-Zhang, Hrgovic-Dubois Tabbed For June 1 Beterbiev-Bivol Show in Riyadh
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• Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk Ring heavyweight championship clash rescheduled for May 18

On Friday news broke that WBC heavyweight titlist Tyson Fury suffered a cut on his right eye that meant the postponement of his upcoming fight with Ring, IBF, WBA and WBO beltholder Oleksandr Usyk that due to take place at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 17. The following day, Turki Alashikh, the […] The post Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk Ring heavyweight championship clash r...2024
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• Tyson Fury Admits He’s ‘Sad’ That His Boxing Icon Has Turned Against Him

WBC Heavyweight Champion, Tyson Fury, has shared his thoughts on Mike Tyson training his upcoming opponent, Francis Ngannou, ahead of the ‘Battle of the Baddest’ next month, revealing that he is ‘sad’ about the link-up. Fury, who is named after the heavyweight boxing legend, was expected to face Oleksandr Usyk this year but after talks […] The post Tyson Fury Admits He’s ‘SadR...2023
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• ‘He has one one hard punch, and when it lands it’s over’: Tyson joins Ngannou’s training team

Mike Tyson will be in the corner of Francis Ngannou on fight night. | Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images Francis Ngannou recruits a boxing legend to help him topple Tyson Fury. As Francis Ngannou prepares to put on the boxing gloves in a fight against WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, he’s brought in the legendary Mike Tyson into his training camp, as ESPN reports. Ngannou and Fury are d...2023
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• Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury fight odds, lines: WBC heavyweight champ a slight favorite
Wilder will look to earn his biggest victory to date on Saturday...2018
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• Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury fight card, odds: WBC heavyweight champ favored in main event
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• Lawrence Okolie Reportedly Out Of Richard Riakporhe Fight Due To Injury
Just days after he was, quite shockingly, elevated to the number one spot in the new WBC heavyweight rankings, Lawrence ... continue Lawrence Okolie Reportedly Out Of Richard Riakporhe Fight Due To Injury @ Boxing News 24/7...2025
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• Deontay Wilder reveals broken arm injury
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• Boxing World Reacts To ‘Crazy’ Tyson Fury-Francis Ngannou Fight

After months of speculation as to who Tyson Fury would face this year, he finally announced his opponent as Francis Ngannou. Despite being the current WBC heavyweight champion, the 34-year-old has opted to face a debutant in former UFC superstar Ngannou as opposed to one of the recognised title contenders for what will presumably be […] The post Boxing World Reacts To ‘Crazy’ Tys...2023
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