Oleksandr Usyk beats Rico Verhoeven by TKO in round 11 on 24 May 2026

Oleksandr Usyk stopped Rico Verhoeven by technical knockout in round eleven at Rico Verhoeven vs Oleksandr Usyk, securing his first stoppage victory in professional boxing. The Ukrainian remained unbeaten as he forced the conclusion early in the penultimate session of the heavyweight contest.

How it ended

The finish arrived in round eleven, with the referee waving off the bout. Usyk's pressure told as the fight entered its final stages, bringing the scheduled encounter to an abrupt end. Verhoeven, who had entered with a solitary professional outing behind him, was unable to hear the final bell.

Updated records

• Rico Verhoeven — 1-1 (1 KO)
• Oleksandr Usyk — 25-0 (1 KO)

What's next

Usyk moves to a perfect record and adds his first knockout win to his ledger, cementing his standing in the heavyweight division. Verhoeven drops to one win against one defeat in his professional boxing tenure, facing questions about where he turns next after suffering his first loss. Both men now assess their options following the heavyweight clash.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Rico Verhoeven vs Oleksandr Usyk?

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Rico Verhoeven by TKO in round 11 at Rico Verhoeven vs Oleksandr Usyk.

How did Rico Verhoeven vs Oleksandr Usyk end?

The fight ended by TKO in round 11 at 0:01.

What's Oleksandr Usyk's record now?

Oleksandr Usyk now stands at 25-0 (1 KO).

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