Usyk plans one more fight before retirement
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:16 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Former heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk expressed his desire for one final match before retiring from boxing. In an interview with BBC Sport, Usyk stated that this would be his only additional fight, emphasizing a controlled farewell to his career. Talks for this potential farewell bout include negotiations with Deontay Wilder. The announcement comes as Usyk reflects on his career and potential next steps.
- •Oleksandr Usyk aims for a last fight before retirement.
- •He confirmed it will not lead to further matches.
- •Discussions include a possible fight against Deontay Wilder.
- •Usyk has previously been a heavyweight world champion.
- •The announcement was made on July 25, 2026.
- 7:14 PMBBC Sport — Usyk confirms next fight will be his 'last dance'
- 3:16 PMBBC Sport — 'One more last dance' - Usyk says retirement is near
"Former heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk tells BBC Sport he wants one "last dance" before retiring, but insists it will only be one more fight and no more.
"Two-time undisputed World Champion Oleksandr Usyk reveals his plans for the future, confirming that his next fight will be his "last dance".
"Oleksandr Usyk said he has vacated his WBC, WBA, IBF & Ring Magazine world heavyweight titles - but revealed he has not retired.
Sources
External links- BBC SportJul 25, 2026, 7:14 PMUsyk confirms next fight will be his 'last dance'
Two-time undisputed World Champion Oleksandr Usyk reveals his plans for the future, confirming that his next fight will be his "last dance".
- BBC SportJul 25, 2026, 3:16 PM'One more last dance' - Usyk says retirement is near
Former heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk tells BBC Sport he wants one "last dance" before retiring, but insists it will only be one more fight and no more.
- Sky Sports—Usyk vacates world titles but says 'last dance' still to come
Oleksandr Usyk said he has vacated his WBC, WBA, IBF & Ring Magazine world heavyweight titles - but revealed he has not retired.
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