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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
James Robson

Oleksandr Usyk explains why he will not fight Jake Paul after Rico Verhoeven clash

Unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk is determined to make significant "noise" before concluding a career that has cemented his status as one of boxing’s most dominant figures, a drive that will see him face a champion kickboxer in an unusual spectacle this month.

The Ukrainian pugilist is set to meet Rico Verhoeven in Egypt on 23 May, a bout that underscores his willingness to embrace unconventional challenges.

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