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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Alex Pattle

Oleksandr Usyk speaks out amid boxing promoter row

  • Oleksandr Usyk has teased a significant announcement "very soon", generating anticipation within the boxing community.
  • His team director, Sergey Lapin, has dismissed media reports claiming Usyk signed with Zuffa Boxing, advising the public to await official statements.
  • This development follows a week of major boxing news, including Conor Benn's move to Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, Frank Warren's reported $1bn lawsuit against Zuffa's owners, and the confirmation of Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2.
  • Usyk last fought in July, where he became a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion after defeating Daniel Dubois.
  • He vacated his WBO title in November, and is now expected to have a voluntary title defence, potentially against WBC mandatory challenger Agit Kabayel.

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Oleksandr Usyk teases major announcement on week of huge boxing news: ‘Don’t miss it’

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