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Oleksandr Usyk discusses retirement plans ahead of Rico Verhoeven fight

May 14, 2026, 9:36 PM
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Oleksandr Usyk, who turned 39 in January, has revealed his career retirement plans. The Ukrainian heavyweight will face kickboxer Rico Verhoeven next weekend in Egypt for the WBC belt in what appears to be a crossover bout. Usyk suggested that finishing his career after three more fights would be appropriate timing. The post indicates he is nearing the end of his combat sports career while still competing at the highest level.

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