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The Daniel Dubois vs. Fabio Wardley heavyweight fight at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena on May 9 was one of the most brutal boxing matches of 2026. Daniel Dubois went to the canvas twice before stopping Fabio Wardley in the 11th round to win back the WBO world heavyweight title and become a two-time champion.

The fight featured constant exchanges, heavy punches and dramatic momentum shifts that kept fans engaged from start to finish. After the fight, unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk shared his honest reaction during an interview with DAZN Boxing.

While Usyk praised Dubois for the victory, he also questioned Wardley’s tactics and raised concerns about the damage both fighters suffered during the intense heavyweight battle. His comments soon became one of the biggest talking points in boxing.

Oleksandr Usyk Criticizes Fabio Wardley’s Tactics in Daniel Dubois Fight

Oleksandr Usyk focused heavily on Fabio Wardley’s lack of basic boxing technique during the Daniel Dubois fight. Speaking to DAZN Boxing, Usyk questioned why Wardley failed to use his jab throughout the contest.

“This is a street fight. Congratulations Dubois, good job, new world champion, but Fabio, where’s the jab? Fabio, where?. [He] Never stabbed. maybe once. Only the right hand, only the right hand. Not working. Very strong chin but I think this is a street fight, it’s a problem for both guys [the] Brain and Health.”

Wardley enters the fight with strong momentum after defending the WBO titles against Justice Hauni and Joseph Parker in 2025. Many expected him to control the fight against Dubois. Instead, Wardley relied primarily on power punches and aggressive exchanges.

Dubois handled the pressure and gradually turned the fight around with body shots and forward movement. As the round continued, Wardley endured more punishment while his offense became less effective.

Daniel Dubois revives heavyweight boxing career after brutal victory over Fabio Wardley

Daniel Dubois’ victory marked another big moment in his return to heavyweight boxing. Dubois had faced criticism after previous losses, including to Oleksandr Usyk. However, the British heavyweight showed toughness and grit against Wardley.

Dubois survived two knockdowns before taking control in the later rounds. His pressure and conditioning ultimately overwhelmed Wardley in the 11th round.

The result also changed the immediate future of the heavyweight division. Usyk has previously expressed interest in fighting the winner as he continues his pursuit of another undisputed heavyweight championship run. That plan will now be put on hold as Wardley has activated the rematch clause in his contract.

Promoters are already discussing a second Daniel Dubois vs. Fabio Wardley fight after the first bout received praise from fans and the boxing media.

Oleksandr Usyk warned about health risks after heavyweight fight

Oleksandr Usyk’s biggest concern after the Daniel Dubois fight centered around fighter safety. The Ukrainian champion said the fight looked more like a “street fight” than a technical boxing match.

Both the giants faced clean punches for about 11 rounds. Wardley’s tenacity helped him stay in the fight, but his defensive mistakes allowed Dubois to be landed repeatedly.

Usyk’s comments reflect growing concerns about the long-term health risks associated with repeated head injuries and punishing fighting in boxing. Even though fans applauded the action, Usyk stressed that constant exchanges without smart defense can cause serious problems for fighters later in life.

At 39 years old, Usyk is one of boxing’s top technical fighters. He is preparing to defend his WBC heavyweight title against kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza this weekend.

For now, the heavyweight division is focused on Daniel Dubois, Fabio Wardley and a potential rematch that could shape the next title picture.

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Boxing icon Roy Jones Jr believes David Benavidez may have missed a golden career opportunity if he did not make heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk his next opponent.

Last week, “The Mexican Monster” took his record to 32-0 with a sixth-round knockout of WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion Gilberto Ramirez. This victory was a very successful debut for Benavidez in a new weight class. This also means that he is now a three-division world champion.

The 29-year-old’s status in the game has never been higher, and he can now make his own decisions. Because he’s no longer a hunter, he’s a big-money star that other fighters are hunting. That’s why former four-division titlist Jones Jr. believes Benavidez should change divisions again, this time making the move to heavyweight.

Roy Jones: Benavidez vs. Usyk ‘one of the biggest fights of this decade’

in a new version of sports hall Podcast with fellow boxing great Andre Ward, Jones Jr. claimed that a super fight between Benavidez and Usyk would be “one of the biggest fights of this decade.” He believes Benavidez should take advantage of the opportunity and not get caught up in other fights.

“It wouldn’t be wise for David Benavidez to give Jay Opetia a chance right now because he’s hot,” Jones Jr. said.

The boxing legend explained that with the value of his name as strong as ever, Benavidez will have to seize the biggest money-making opportunities. Especially since a long-expected clash with Canelo Alvarez has eluded him.

“You can always come back and fight Opetaiya if you want. If you lost to Usyk, the Opetaiya fight is still there. If you lost to Opetaiya, the Usyk fight is over. So be smart about this thing,” he said.

There has been speculation about a Benavidez vs. Usyk bout in 2026. However, as boxing fans know, it is always difficult to get a matchup of that magnitude. Luckily, both men are very game fighters and are ready for big challenges. Which gives it a better chance of becoming a reality.

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弗兰克·沃伦警告世界拳击理事会，如果不命令阿吉特·卡巴耶尔与亚历山大·乌西克争夺重量级拳王头衔，可能会采取法律行动。这个问题出现之际，乌西克正准备在埃及与里科·范霍文进行交叉比赛。卡巴耶尔拥有WBC临时冠军头衔，并且是排名第一的竞争者。沃伦在最近的一次采访中明确了自己的立场，指出了有关强制性挑战者的规则。这一情况引起了整个赛区的关注，WBC 尚未公开回应，因为关于接下来将安排什么比赛的问题仍然存在。

弗兰克·沃伦坚称卡巴耶尔值得获得冠军

沃伦在接受 BoxingScene 采访时概述了他的立场，称强制比赛必须发生。 “卡巴耶尔是WBC的第一名，乌西克和里科·范霍文之间的战斗在埃及继续进行，之后WBC将不得不下令强制执行，如果他们不这样做，我们将起诉他们。”

他强调卡巴耶尔已经赢得了这个机会。 “我告诉你，我不会因为这个而生气。阿吉特 [Kabayel] 他应得的机会；他应该在那里，如果有人试图躲避这场战斗，那么他就必须离开。就这么简单。要么对抗骚动，要么撤离。”

2025年2月，卡巴耶勒击败张志磊赢得临时冠军，从而巩固了自己的位置。后来他在一月份针对达米安·尼巴 (Damian Knyba) 进行了辩护。

沃伦质疑 WBC 决策

沃伦还质疑为什么该强制性规定尚未得到确认。 “我们不会支持它，为什么一个组织不会下令这场战斗，你为什么不呢？”他说。

他指出卡巴耶尔最近的成功来支持他的论点。 “我们刚刚把球馆卖完了 [in Kabayel’s last fight] 一天之内，我们的产品就可以卖掉三倍以上。这并不是说他是一个赚不到钱的人，这是他和乌西克之间的足球场之战。”

沃伦还谈到了乌西克在这项运动中的地位。 “我想看看。我是乌西克的忠实粉丝，他是一个真正的战士，为什么他不想和他战斗呢？”他说。

亚历山大·乌西克 (Oleksandr Usyk) 计划对当前局势进行补充

乌西克已经概述了他接下来的比赛，从对阵范霍文的比赛开始。这场战斗计划在任何强制防御之前进行。

WBC尚未宣布是否会下令进行卡巴耶尔之战。这一决定可能会影响重量级赛区未来几个月的发展方向。

目前，沃伦的评论清楚地表明，卡巴耶尔的团队希望强制执行。目前局势仍悬而未决，双方都在等待WBC的下一步行动。

多格利·威尔伯福斯 (Dogli Wilberforce) 是《Sportsnaut》的拳击撰稿人，报道拳击新闻、拳手反应以及涉及这项运动的重大比赛……有关多格利·威尔伯福斯 (Dogli Wilberforce) 的更多信息

Frank Warren has warned the World Boxing Council of legal action if Agit Kabayel is not ordered to face Oleksandr Usyk for the heavyweight title. The issue comes as Usyk prepares for a crossover fight against Rico Verhoeven in Egypt. Kabayel holds the WBC interim title and is ranked as the number one contender. Warren clarified her position in a recent interview, pointing to the rules for mandatory challengers. The situation has drawn attention from across the division, with the WBC yet to respond publicly as questions remain as to which fights will be ordered next.

Frank Warren says Kabayel deserves title shot

Warren outlined his stance in an interview with BoxingScene, saying that the mandatory fight should take place. “Kabayel is number one in the WBC, and the fight between Usyk and Rico Verhoeven goes on in Egypt, and afterward the WBC has to give a mandatory order, and if they don’t do it, we’ll sue them.”

He insisted Kabayel has earned the opportunity. “I’m telling you, I wouldn’t bother with it. Agit [Kabayel] deserves his chance; He must stay there, and if anyone tries to avoid that fight, he must move away from there. Its as simple as that. Fight the movement or evacuate.”

Kabayel secured his spot at February 2025 by stopping Zilei Zhang to win the interim title. He later defended it against Damien Naiba in January.

Warren raised questions on WBC’s decision-making process

Warren also questioned why the requirement had not been ratified earlier. “We won’t stand for it, why wouldn’t any organization order that fight, why wouldn’t you?” He said.

He pointed to Kabayel’s recent success in support of his argument. “We just sold out the arena [in Kabayel’s last fight] In one day, we could sell up to three times that amount. It’s not like he’s a guy you can’t make any money off of, it’s a football stadium fight between him and Usyk.

Warren also talked about Usyk’s position in the game. “I want to see it. I’m a big fan of Usyk, he’s a real warrior, why wouldn’t he want to fight him?” He said.

Oleksandr Usyk plans to add something to the current situation

Usyk has already outlined his next bouts, starting with a clash against Verhoeven. That fight is going to happen before any mandatory defense.

The WBC has not yet announced whether it will order the Kabyle fight. This decision could impact the direction of the heavyweight division in the coming months.

For now, Warren’s comments make it clear that Kabayel’s team expects the mandate to remain in place. The situation remains unresolved as both sides await the WBC’s next move.

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Fabio Wardley has made his position clear as he targets a fight with Oleksandr Usyk before the Ukrainian retires. The undefeated British heavyweight says he will be “furious” if Usyk doesn’t face him next fight. Wardley is set to defend his WBO title against Daniel Dubois on May 9 in Manchester.

Usyk, 39, has talked about a short list of fights before retirement, but his plans have changed in recent weeks. Wardley spoke about the situation and said he wanted clarity. He believes he has got his chance after recent results and wants a direct path to title contention.

Fabio Wardley questions Oleksandr Usyk’s changing plans

Wardley said Usyk’s next step is unclear. The former undisputed champion previously outlined a plan that included a fight with Rico Verhoeven on May 23 in Egypt. He also mentioned facing the winner of Wardley’s fight with Dubois and a third fight with Tyson Fury.

Usyk has since talked about Agit Kabayel as another option. Kabayel is the WBC mandatory challenger and has recent wins over Arslanbek Makhmudov, Frank Sanchez and Zilei Zhang.

“Nobody knows who he’s going to fight,” Fabio said in an interview with IFL TV. “One minute he’s in Egypt fighting the Pharaoh or something, the next he wants to fight me, then he wants to fight Kabayel. He doesn’t know what he wants to do.”

Wardley says he passed every test

Wardley said he did a lot to win the fight with Usyk. He defeated Joseph Parker in his last fight and is now preparing to face Dubois. He said that he wants the same result after this next match also.

“I’m just going to keep moving forward, I’m going to keep winning and beating people, and if he wants to try, he can try.”

When asked if he would feel relieved to avoid Usyk, he dismissed the idea.

“Absolutely not, I’ll be furious. I’ve been through the Joseph Parker fight, and I want Usyk. I’m going to go through the Daniels fight, and I want Usyk. How many tests does he want me to do?”

Focus shifts to Wardley vs. Daniel Dubois bout

Wardley now turns his full attention to Dubois. Both fighters are undefeated and hold strong positions in the heavyweight division.

Wardley said he feels as if Usyk is being tested before taking a shot at him.

“I feel like I’m putting Usyk through tests. He’s making me do certain things before he allows me to fight him. So if I do them, and then he walks away, I’ll be furious. I won’t have words.”

Usyk is expected to retire after completing his final fight. He became the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 25 years when he defeated Fury in a 2024 rematch. Wardley’s next result will play a key role in what happens next in the division.

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Oleksandr Usyk has offered strong public support for Anthony Joshua, describing his former opponent as a brother and backing his return to the top of the heavyweight division. The undisputed champion shared his thoughts in a recent interview, where he talked about their growing relationship outside the ring. The message comes at a crucial moment for Joshua, who is working through recent defeats and personal challenges as he aims to rebuild his career.

Oleksandr Usyk made his stance clear as he reflected on how their bond has changed. “I showed Anthony my national food, my culture, Ukrainian music and my church. My church is a very important place for me. Anthony liked Ukrainian food, especially borscht. I really appreciate that he came here. Now he is like a big brother to me. He is not my rival or rival. He is my partner, my brother.”

Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua’s relationship has changed beyond rivalry

The two fighters faced off in back-to-back title bouts in 2021 and 2022, with Usyk winning both bouts. Since then, their relationship has grown beyond competition. Usyk now describes Joshua as a person close to him, sharing regular communications and time outside of boxing.

He cited Joshua’s character and work ethic as major reasons for his respect. “I know Anthony is a very kind person. He is well-mannered, very hard-working and very smart. He is a good guy. Mentally, I think he is good because we talk every day. We train twice a day, in the morning and in the evening.”

Usyk supports Joshua’s mentality during difficult times

Joshua’s recent period has included setbacks in the ring and personal losses. Usyk addressed this directly by focusing on flexibility rather than titles. He said that despite not holding the belt at this stage of his career, Joshua still meets his definition of a champion.

“Anthony is a champion. He may not have the belts right now, but that doesn’t matter to me. A champion is someone who never gives up. Life brings tests. God tests me and he tests Anthony too. God has a plan.”

Heavyweight comeback remains the goal for Anthony Joshua

Usyk also teased what could be next for Joshua in the heavyweight division. He pointed to the possibility of a return to the top level in the coming years based on current work and mentality.

“Maybe in 2026 or 2027, Anthony can become the undisputed champion. It’s possible. He can do it.”

The comments have attracted the attention of the entire boxing sector, with fans and celebrities of the sport noting the level of respect between the two fighters. The clip has spread widely on social media, with many highlighting Usyk’s tone of support as Joshua rebuilds.

Their story now reflects much more than the feuds of the past. It shows how competing at the highest level can create long-term respect and bonding, even in a sport defined by rivalry.

Oleksandr Usyk has eased his stance on a potential clash with Agit Kabayel, raising fresh uncertainty over a long-discussed third fight with Tyson Fury. Speaking in an interview with the Daily Mail the undisputed heavyweight champion said Kabayel could fit into his plans following his upcoming title defense against Rico Verhoeven in May.

Usyk had previously outlined a clear path away from Kabyle, but his latest comments suggest a change. While he remains linked to the winner of the WBO eliminator between Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois, the bigger picture now looks more flexible than before.

Oleksandr Usyk leaves options open after Verhoeven fight

Usyk made it clear that his plans are not on hold, even if expectations remain for his next few fights.

“Maybe I’ll fight Kabyle, maybe I won’t face Tyson Fury for the third time, and instead I’ll fight Kabyle. I only tell my plan, but that’s not set in stone. I understand the agit fans are saying you have to fight him. But I don’t have to fight him. I’ve got to live my life, I’ve got to take care of my team, my kids. As far as fighting goes, I just work hard, and my Opponents work hard.”

“Maybe it’s possible that I fight Agit. He’s a great fighter, and he’s very smart.”

The tone is different from earlier this year when Usyk’s roadmap appeared certain. Now, depending on how things go, he is clearly keeping multiple doors open.

Inevitable pressure builds around Agit Kabyle

Kabayel’s status as a WBC mandatory challenger has been a topic of discussion for months. His camp has worked hard for a title shot, arguing that he has earned it.

The 32-year-old is unstoppable and is considered one of the more disciplined legends outside the top level. Usyk’s public praise only adds weight to his case.

If Usyk chooses Kabayel next, it will satisfy quiet criticism of his avoidance of the expectations and mandates of the sanctioning body. If not, the pressure is likely to increase.

Tyson Fury Trilogy No Longer Guaranteed

After the previous two fights, a third fight with Fury seemed inevitable. Now, that scenario is much less certain.

Fury has continued to seek a trilogy following his defeat in December 2024, but Usyk’s latest comments suggest it is no longer a priority.

Now everything depends on time. The Wardley-Dubois winner still factors into the title picture, and Usyk’s May bout with Verhoeven remains the immediate focus.

For now, the heavyweight division remains fluid. However, one thing is clear. Usyk is still deciding what’s next.

John Fury has made a candid assessment of his son Tyson Fury’s chances in a potential trilogy fight with Oleksandr Usyk.

John, once known as Tyson’s most vocal supporter, has changed his stance after consecutive losses to the Ukrainian champion. Instead of confidence, he now expresses concern about his son’s physical condition and long-term safety in the ring.

According to John, the issue is no longer one of strategy or desire. He believes Tyson Fury is at his peak, and a third fight with Usyk would likely end the same way.

John Fury calls Deontay Wilder fight a turning point

John Fury believes the decline started long before Tyson Fury faced Oleksandr Usyk.

He pointed to the trilogy against Deontay Wilder as the moment that made a lasting impact on the former heavyweight champion.

John said in an interview with Playbook Boxing, “Tyson has been gone since the Deontay Wilder fight; he finished him off.”

He explained that the physical punishment he took from those fights, including several defeats, sapped Tyson’s stamina over time.

“Wilder has absolutely destroyed him. He’s taken a lot out of Tyson.”

While those fights helped build Tyson Fury’s legacy, John now sees them as the beginning of the end.

“The legs are not there” in the fights of Oleksandr Usyk.

John Fury’s biggest concern focuses on Tyson Fury’s movement.

For years, Fury’s footwork and agility gave him an edge over other legends. But in both fights against Oleksandr Usyk, that edge faded as the bout progressed.

John said that Tyson struggled to maintain his pace in the middle rounds.

“There are no two-step attacks, no nothing, no angles… the legs aren’t there.”

He said that Tyson “faded quickly” after six or seven rounds, making it difficult to keep up with Usyk’s pressure.

John also noted the difference between the two fighters.

While Usyk has continued to build momentum late in the fight, he believes Tyson is moving in the opposite direction.

Tyson Fury’s Corner and safety concerns

John Fury also criticized Tyson Fury’s current team, raising concerns about decision making in the corner.

He described the camp as full of “yes-sayers” who are unwilling to make tough decisions during the fight.

According to John, it creates a dangerous situation if Tyson gets into trouble in the ring.

“If he gets into trouble with them in his corner, he could die or end up with brain damage… because when your legs are gone, you need someone to save you.”

He suggested that egos within the team may prevent them from fighting back when needed.

John Fury ruled on possible trilogy fight

John Fury doesn’t expect any different results if Tyson Fury faces Oleksandr Usyk again.

They believe that the issues are physical and cannot be fixed through adjustments in training or tactics.

“nothing gonna change.”

John said that Tyson’s preparation has also changed, citing weight fluctuations as a sign that he can no longer handle the same level of training.

In his view, the gap between the two fighters is increasing, making the third fight increasingly difficult for Tyson Fury.

With Oleksandr Usyk continuing to perform at a high level, John Fury’s warning is clear. A trilogy fight could still generate interest, but based on his assessment, Tyson Fury will enter the ring with a loss he may not be able to recover from.

Oleksandr Usyk will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven on May 23 in Giza, Egypt, with the fight taking place near the Pyramids. The event will be broadcast worldwide on DAZN pay-per-view.

The fight has attracted attention throughout boxing after it was approved as a full title defense by the WBC Board of Governors. The sanctioning body initially placed the matchup as a special event, later confirming that it would be contested for the belt.

That change has sparked debate within the sport, including a reaction from rising British heavyweight Moussa Itauma.

Moussa Itauma questions WBC decision

Moses Itauma spoke to Ariel Helwani after the WBC confirmed the fight would receive full title status. The 21-year-old said Usyk has earned the right to choose his opponents, but questioned whether the decision was fair.

“Usyk, he can do whatever he wants. He’s earned this right. But I don’t like to use the word fair, but I don’t think he should be allowed to fight for a world title.”

“Obviously, like I said, Usyk has earned the right to do whatever he wants, but I don’t think it’s right for Rico to be able to fight for a world title in his first fight. It’s a little crazy.”

Itauma also addressed the occasion on Verhoeven’s behalf.

“If Rico got a chance to fight Usyk for the WBC title, it would be foolish for him not to take it. It’s only fair if he’s able to fight for it in his first fight. It’s a little crazy.”

Rico Verhoeven enters his first major boxing title fight

Rico Verhoeven, 36, is a longtime kickboxing champion who has built his reputation on glory with victories over the top names in that sport. His professional boxing record includes one fight in 2014.

The fight against Usyk will be his first appearance in a major boxing event. The WBC’s decision to sanction the bout as a title fight came after its initial status was changed.

Dan Rafael and other members of the media reported the WBC’s earlier stance on the matchup.

“The WBC fully supports this crossover fight. This will be the WBC’s signature event. And we will create an incredible belt featuring elements of the Egyptian pyramids. The WBC supports Fury vs. Ngannou [sic]Joe proved to be very competitive, and we have full respect for Rico as a great kickboxing heavyweight champion. At this time, the request for a title defense has not been discussed and only a special event involving the WBC Heavyweight Champion has been discussed.

That situation later changed, with the WBC confirming that the fight would be for the title.

“After careful consideration. The WBC Board of Governors has ruled in favor of approving the voluntary title defense of WBC World Heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk against veteran kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven.”

Organizers have positioned the event as a global showcase with international distribution through DAZN pay-per-view.

Usyk prepares for next title defense

Oleksandr Usyk entered the bout undefeated with a 24-0 record and 15 knockouts. The Ukrainian holds multiple heavyweight titles and remains active at the top level of the division.

The May 23 contest will serve as his next defense of the WBC belt, with Verhoeven stepping up to challenge despite his limited boxing experience. Itauma, who has a 13-0 record with 11 knockouts, continues to build his career with an eye on growth in the heavyweight division.

The decision to upgrade the bout to a title bout has put the focus on the matchup, with eyes now turning to how the bout plays out and what it could mean for future opportunities in the heavyweight division.

In the ever-changing landscape of heavyweight boxing, Oleksandr Usyk has made one thing clear. The unified champion wants one last decisive battle before walking away from the game.

Usyk, who holds the WBA, WBO and WBC heavyweight titles, says his ultimate goal is a decisive fight with Tyson Fury. After dominating both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions for years, the Ukrainian star believes the fight against Fury will provide the final chapter to his career.

The 39-year-old has spent the last few years climbing every mountain in boxing. From Olympic gold to becoming the undisputed cruiserweight champion and later conquering the heavyweight ranks, Usyk’s resume already places him among the sport’s elite.

Now he wants another challenge.

Oleksandr Usyk outlines final fight plan

Usyk recently provided rare clarity during an interview with Inside the Ring about how he sees his career ending.

The champion revealed he has no interest in facing the division’s youngest rising prospects, including fast-rising British heavyweight Moses Itauma. Instead, he wants to focus on established contenders before closing out his career with Fury.

“I don’t want to fight Itauma because he’s a young guy. I don’t want to break this guy. Rico. First is this. Second is whoever wins between Wardley and Dubois. Wardley or Dubois. And the third fight, it’s my friend, ‘Greedy Bailey,’ Tyson Fury.”

His comments outline a clear roadmap. It appears Usyk is set to sort out the British heavyweight scene between Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois before facing the eventual winner.

Only then does he envision the final act of his career: a long-awaited meeting with Fury.

Frank Warren welcomes Usyk’s desire for Tyson Fury showdown

Interest in a potential fight extends beyond Usyk’s camp. Veteran promoter Frank Warren, who works closely with Fury and several other top British heavyweights, believes the champion’s comments could shape the future of the division. Warren responded to the seriousness of Usyk’s statement, telling Sky Sports.

“We are ready for it. There is a lot of disappointment because of Fabio [Wardley] he wanted [Usyk fight before]. But the fact that Oleksandr has come out and said that he wants the winner out of both of them is very encouraging. And obviously for both guys, it gives them a lot of encouragement,” Usyk said when discussing the possibility of returning to fight in Saudi Arabia.

Warren also manages rising contenders Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois, who both remain in the conversation for the heavyweight division.

Oleksandr Usyk focused on preparation as fight location remains uncertain

Major boxing competitions often come with logistical challenges, especially in a global sport where venues change depending on financial support and safety concerns. Usyk admitted that the location of his next fight is still uncertain, but he is focused on his preparation.

“Given the situation unfolding in the world currently, my job is just to be ready for what I am preparing for. Then the organizers will decide where it can be held, where they can stage the show so that it is safe for all the participants and the audience.”

In recent years, Saudi Arabia has become a major destination for high-profile boxing events. Many major fights have been staged there thanks to significant financial backing and global broadcasting deals.

However, the venue is not the main concern for Usyk. His focus remains on getting the right opponent.

What would the Fury fight mean for the heavyweight division

A potential clash between Usyk and Fury would carry huge risks. Both fighters have dominated different eras of the heavyweight landscape, and a meeting between them would likely determine the true king of the division.

Warren hinted that the path to that fight might involve the British claimants settling their rivalry first.

“We have a great relationship with them, and if we can do some business, we definitely will.”

For Usyk, motivation extends beyond titles or financial rewards. After a career full of historic achievements, he wants a definitive ending.

德昂泰·懷爾德重返拳台的時間很晚，他在幾週內從與亞歷山大·烏西克的對戰轉向了與德里克·奇索拉的對決。

去年年底，“青銅轟炸機”與烏西克陷入了一場不太可能的重量級冠軍爭奪戰的談判。

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一切似乎都在朝著正確的方向發展，WBC、WBA和IBF都為自願抗辯的比賽掃清了道路。

然後，出乎意料的是，懷爾德和奇索拉就 4 月 4 日在倫敦 O2 體育場舉行的比賽達成了一致。

在解釋這場比賽是如何發生時，懷爾德在接受sport.com獨家採訪時表示：“雖然我們正在與烏西克進行談判，但我們仍然沒有約會或地點；我們仍在四處奔走。

“在拳擊比賽中，事情要么進展得很慢，要么進展得很快。沒有中間狀態。而這非常慢。

“我是一名老戰士；我不能像年輕戰士那樣無所事事。

“因此，在我們與烏西克談判的同時，我們也開始與奇索拉談判。

“這場戰鬥 [with Chisora] 本來應該發生在十二月。

“因此，在我們再次交談之前，談判已經進入後期階段，而當時一切都陷入了停滯 [with Usyk]，我們已經開始戰鬥了 [with Chisora] 簽署了。

亞歷山大·烏西克尋找新對手的工作出現了新的轉變。

去年11月，這位烏克蘭滑手拒絕了WBO對法比奧·沃德利進行拳擊的強制命令，以便他可以與德昂泰·維爾德進行一場高調的比賽。

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雙方都陷入了談判，對話正朝著正確的方向發展。

然而，“青銅轟炸機”已簽約於 4 月 4 日在倫敦 O2 體育場迎戰德里克·奇索拉。

維爾德似乎有可能在 2026 年底再次與烏西克進行一場潛在的比賽，但前提是他擊敗了奇索拉，而奇索拉已經成為博彩公司的熱門人選。

無論維爾德是否舉手，烏西克都希望在下半年之前再次出局。

自從7月份五回合擊敗丹尼爾·杜波依斯（Daniel Dubois）以來，這位重量級國王就沒有再踏上擂台，39歲的他已經沒有時間可以浪費了。

雖然烏西克的選擇越來越少，但沙特權力掮客圖爾基·阿拉什赫表示希望與荷蘭跆拳道傳奇人物里科·範霍文進行一場交叉衝突。

週日，Alalshikh 在 X（前 Twitter）上上傳了一段 Verhoeven 在 2015 年擊敗本傑明·阿德格布伊的視頻，並配文：“我想看到他對陣 Oleksandr Usyk。”

里科·範霍文回應

範霍文似乎已經做好了迎接挑戰的準備，儘管他建議比賽在混合規則下進行，以創造公平的競爭環境。

小理查德·托雷茲（Richard Torrez Jr）將與弗蘭克·桑切斯（Frank Sanchez）交鋒，以獲得挑戰統一重量級世界冠軍亞歷山大·烏西克（Oleksandr Usyk）的機會。

小托雷茲已成為美國拳擊界最有前途的球員之一，並已迅速崛起為該級別的領先者。

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美國人在IBF中的排名非常好，目前排名第四。

古巴人弗蘭克·桑切斯（Frank Sanchez）排名第三，管理機構首先與英國善變天才摩西·伊塔瑪（Moses Itauma）一起成為淘汰賽選手。

但伊塔瑪選擇接下來對陣杰梅因·富蘭克林，然後可以追逐 WBA 路線，讓小托雷茲成為下一個合格的淘汰者候選人。

該活動原本是為了進行錢包投標，但在多次推遲程序後，現在已經達成協議。

丹·拉斐爾表示，小托雷茲和桑切斯現在的目標是在 3 月 28 日進行正面交鋒。

這場比賽很可能會成為塞巴斯蒂安·方多拉 (Sebastian Fundora) 與基思·瑟曼 (Keith Thurman) 爭奪 147 磅世界冠軍的底牌比賽的主要部分。

該法案尚未最終確定，但在去年 10 月被推遲後，很可能在這一天繼續實施。

小理查德·托雷茲是誰？

這位重拳出擊的左撇子已經在這項運動中取得了出色的成績，因此為什麼會被貼上如此可怕的天賦的標籤。

奧列克桑德·烏西克 (Oleksandr Usyk) 的團隊總監謝爾蓋·拉平 (Sergey Lapin) 堅稱，與阿吉特·卡巴耶爾 (Agit Kabayel) 的比賽是他客戶下次比賽的“一個可能的選擇”。

這位德國勁旅目前是重量級拳王的有力競爭者，目前持有 WBC 臨時金腰帶，這使他有可能成為 WBA、WBC 和 IBF 統一拳王的強制爭奪者。

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本月早些時候，卡巴耶勒在第三輪比賽中擊敗波蘭選手達米安·尼巴後，再次呼籲對烏西克進行挑戰。

現在看來，在目睹這位 33 歲的烏西克在不到一周的時間裡將可容納 13,000 人的魯道夫·韋伯競技場售完後，他的耳朵已經豎了起來。

“在當今的重量級頂級聯賽中，沒有‘安全’對手；每個頂級球員都是威脅，”拉平告訴 sport Bet。

“卡巴耶爾絕對是一個可能的選擇。

“我們看到德國對這些比賽的反應，他們可以擠滿的體育場，以及這個市場有多麼強大。

“從風格上來說，他也很棘手。壓力、速度、身體素質。

“這將是一場具有強大商業潛力的歐洲大戰。”

目前，德昂泰·懷爾德仍然位居烏西克黑名單之首，但最近有報導稱“青銅轟炸機”與德里克·奇索拉的打鬥有關。

奧萊克桑德·烏西克 (Oleksandr Usyk) 表示，在英國人安東尼·約書亞 (Anthony Joshua) 在尼日利亞發生致命車禍後的一次談話中，他從他的聲音中“聽到了繼續前進的願望”。

這位 36 歲的人的密友和團隊成員 Latif 'Latz' Ayodele 和 Sina Ghami 在拉各斯郊外的一條主要高速公路上與一輛靜止的卡車相撞後雙雙喪生。

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AJ 受了輕傷，在醫院短暫停留後，他飛回英國。

這起悲慘事故發生在約書亞擊敗 YouTuber 出身的拳擊手傑克·保羅幾天后。

約書亞一直在為 2026 年的重大賽事做準備，預計 2 月份將與前榮耀跆拳道重量級冠軍里科·範霍文 (Rico Verhoeven) 進行一場熱身賽。

如果他能毫髮無損地從比賽中出來，那麼人們期待已久的全英對決將於今年晚些時候與泰森·富裡對決的計劃就已經制定好了。

由於約書亞對失去朋友感到悲痛，這些談話後來被擱置，而目前還不清楚他是否會再次參加拳擊比賽。

在事故發生之前，約書亞已經與烏西克的團隊聯繫，為他與保羅的比賽做準備——一心向在 2021 年和 2022 年擊敗他的人學習。

此後，兩人建立了牢固的聯繫，並在約書亞車禍後不久就一起通了電話。

烏西克在與約書亞的談話中說了些什麼？

“我已經和他談過了，”烏西克在電話中說道。 採訪 準備戰鬥。