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Oleksandr Usyk books WBC title fight at the Egyptian pyramids against kickboxing icon Rico Verhoeven

Oleksandr Usyk is set to defend his WBC heavyweight title against kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza on May 23. This matchup marks Usyk's return to the ring after his victory over Daniel Dubois and will be Verhoeven's first boxing bout since 2014. The event, dubbed 'Glory in Giza', is expected to attract significant attention in the combat sports world.

Oleksandr Usyk books WBC title fight at the Egyptian pyramids against kickboxing icon Rico Verhoeven

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Key Highlights

  • Usyk holds the WBC, WBA, and IBF heavyweight titles and remains unbeaten in 24 professional fights.
  • Rico Verhoeven, a two-time kickboxing champion, will box for the first time since 2014.
  • The fight will take place on May 23 at the iconic Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
  • Usyk last fought in July 2025, defeating Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.
  • The event will be available for streaming on DAZN pay-per-view worldwide.
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Sources

  1. Usyk to defend title against kickboxer in Egypt
  2. Oleksandr Usyk confirms heavyweight clash with surprise fighter from another sport in Egypt
  3. Oleksandr Usyk books WBC title fight at the Egyptian pyramids against kickboxing icon Rico Verhoeven
  4. Usyk to face kickboxer at Pyramids of Giza in May

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