Ivan Dychko prepares for UK boxing debut against Harvey Dykes in Bournemouth
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Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Ivan Dychko, an Olympic bronze medalist, is set to make his professional debut in the UK on Saturday in Bournemouth, facing unbeaten heavyweight Harvey Dykes. Dychko, who previously lost to Anthony Joshua in the 2012 Olympics, aims to become Kazakhstan's first heavyweight world champion. The fight is part of a Zuffa Boxing event at the Bournemouth International Centre. Dychko has expressed confidence, looking to build on his amateur success and bounce back from a recent defeat to Jermaine Franklin Jr.
- •Dychko faces Harvey Dykes in Bournemouth on June 6.
- •Dychko aims to end Dykes' unbeaten record.
- •He previously lost a close fight to Joshua at the London 2012 Olympics.
- •Dychko's professional record includes 14 knockouts from 15 wins.
- •Zuffa Boxing event features other fights including Leon Hughes and Alex MacMillan.
"Anthony Joshua’s Olympic rival Ivan Dychko has set his sights on becoming Kazakhstan’s first heavyweight world champion ahead of his UK professional debut in Bournemouth on Saturday.
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