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Oleksandr Usyk is set to square off against kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven in an Egyptian showpiece event tonight.
After considerable flip-flopping from the WBC, the major sanctioning body has confirmed that the green and gold belt will be on the line when the pair collide.
Verhoeven reigned supreme as the Glory Kickboxing heavyweight champion for 12 years and is widely considered to be one of the best big men in the sport’s history.
However, he has only competed once in traditional gloved boxing.
That sole bout came back in 2014 when he blasted away 0-6 journeyman Janos Finfera in two rounds.
Usyk, on the other hand, is the pound-for-pound best boxer in the world – a distinction he earned by unifying both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions.
He became a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion in July with a five-round demolition of Daniel Dubois.
But his decision to reject a WBO mandatory defence against Fabio Wardley for a crossover clash with Verhoeven indicates that his career is winding down.
How to watch Usyk vs Verhoeven
While Usyk vs Verhoeven isn’t expected to be an all-time classic, tonight’s event is sure to be a spectacle.
The heavyweight titans will lock horns in the shadows of the Pyramids of Giza, live on DAZN.
Fans can watch every punch live by purchasing a DAZN Ultimate pass, which is available for a monthly fee of £24.99 HERE.
You can also follow all the action on talkSPORT.com and talkSPORT radio via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.
Usyk vs Verhoeven undercard
Subject to change…
- Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven
- Jack Catterall vs Shakhram Giyasov
- Hamzah Sheeraz vs Alem Begic – for vacant WBO super-middleweight title
- Mizuki Hiruta vs Mai Soliman – for WBO super-flyweight title
- Frank Sanchez vs Richard Torrez Jr
- Basem Mamdouh vs Jamar Talley
- Sultan Almohammed vs Dedy Imprax
- Omar Hikal vs Ali Sserunkuma
- Mohamed Mabrouk Yehya vs Michael Kalyalya
Usyk vs Verhoeven: What has been said?
Usyk said: “I truly respect people who reach the very top in their sport.
“Rico is one of them – a powerful athlete and a great champion.
“Being a champion isn’t just about belts. It’s about years of hard work, discipline and belief.
“I respect his journey; he’s truly the King of Kickboxing. But this is boxing – a different game, with its own rules and its own kings.
“I’m ready and really looking forward to meeting him in the ring. It’s going to be a unique experience for both of us, and I know the fans are excited too. A big night is coming!”
Verhoeven said: “I spent 12 years as the undisputed heavyweight kickboxing champion and accomplished everything I set out to accomplish.
“But staying at the top for that long didn’t take away the hunger; it strengthened it.
“I wasn’t looking for comfort, so I started looking for the highest challenge available in another world. Usyk is the undisputed champion in boxing.
“That’s the kind of challenge that motivates me. Undisputed versus undisputed. The best facing the best.”
Oleksandr Usyk is set to square off against kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven in an Egyptian showpiece event tonight.
After considerable flip-flopping from the WBC, the major sanctioning body has confirmed that the green and gold belt will be on the line when the pair collide.
Verhoeven reigned supreme as the Glory Kickboxing heavyweight champion for 12 years and is widely considered to be one of the best big men in the sport’s history.
However, he has only competed once in traditional gloved boxing.
That sole bout came back in 2014 when he blasted away 0-6 journeyman Janos Finfera in two rounds.
Usyk, on the other hand, is the pound-for-pound best boxer in the world – a distinction he earned by unifying both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions.
He became a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion in July with a five-round demolition of Daniel Dubois.
But his decision to reject a WBO mandatory defence against Fabio Wardley for a crossover clash with Verhoeven indicates that his career is winding down.
How to watch Usyk vs Verhoeven
While Usyk vs Verhoeven isn’t expected to be an all-time classic, tonight’s event is sure to be a spectacle.
The heavyweight titans will lock horns in the shadows of the Pyramids of Giza, live on DAZN.
Fans can watch every punch live by purchasing a DAZN Ultimate pass, which is available for a monthly fee of £24.99 HERE.
You can also follow all the action on talkSPORT.com and talkSPORT radio via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.
Usyk vs Verhoeven undercard
Subject to change…
- Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven
- Jack Catterall vs Shakhram Giyasov
- Hamzah Sheeraz vs Alem Begic – for vacant WBO super-middleweight title
- Mizuki Hiruta vs Mai Soliman – for WBO super-flyweight title
- Frank Sanchez vs Richard Torrez Jr
- Basem Mamdouh vs Jamar Talley
- Sultan Almohammed vs Dedy Imprax
- Omar Hikal vs Ali Sserunkuma
- Mohamed Mabrouk Yehya vs Michael Kalyalya
Usyk vs Verhoeven: What has been said?
Usyk said: “I truly respect people who reach the very top in their sport.
“Rico is one of them – a powerful athlete and a great champion.
“Being a champion isn’t just about belts. It’s about years of hard work, discipline and belief.
“I respect his journey; he’s truly the King of Kickboxing. But this is boxing – a different game, with its own rules and its own kings.
“I’m ready and really looking forward to meeting him in the ring. It’s going to be a unique experience for both of us, and I know the fans are excited too. A big night is coming!”
Verhoeven said: “I spent 12 years as the undisputed heavyweight kickboxing champion and accomplished everything I set out to accomplish.
“But staying at the top for that long didn’t take away the hunger; it strengthened it.
“I wasn’t looking for comfort, so I started looking for the highest challenge available in another world. Usyk is the undisputed champion in boxing.
“That’s the kind of challenge that motivates me. Undisputed versus undisputed. The best facing the best.”
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| 📰 Publicación: | talksport.com |
| ✍️ Autor: | George Glinski |
| 📅 Fecha Original: | 2026-05-23 13:04:00 |
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