Oleksandr Usyk

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Oleksandr Usyk

Oleksandr Usyk is a Ukrainian professional boxer who has achieved a historic status in the sport. He is the first male boxer in the four-belt era to become a three-time undisputed champion, having held the undisputed championship in both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions. His current reign includes the undisputed heavyweight championship since 2025 and the Ring magazine heavyweight title since 2022.

Usyk has recently been in the news due to a significant development in his championship status. On November 18, 2025, multiple media outlets reported that he has chosen to relinquish the WBO heavyweight belt. This decision was confirmed by the champion himself in a public statement, marking a notable shift in the heavyweight division's title landscape.

The relinquishment of the WBO belt has immediately sparked speculation about the future of the heavyweight division. Boxing analysts and news sources are actively discussing potential next opponents for Usyk, as well as for the now-vacant WBO title. This move is expected to influence upcoming matchups and the broader championship picture in professional boxing.

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