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Heavyweight talks pick up momentum heading into 2026 Wilder shares new insight into recent discussions A potential matchup draws major buzz across the boxing world The holiday season is here, which means two things: gift shopping anxiety and heavyweight boxing chaos.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 11

Deontay Wilder Drops Major Update Regarding Potential Oleksandr Usyk Bout

Although Oleksandr Usyk can no longer call himself the undisputed world heavyweight champion, he still remains the most desirable name in the division.

Boxing News / ESPN / December 10

Oleksandr Usyk set to corner Anthony Joshua for 'championship fights'

Oleksandr Usyk could be in Anthony Joshua's corner for championship fights, the Ukrainian's team has said.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 4

Oleksandr Usyk Keeps Future Open, Eyes Return to Undisputed Status Despite Belt Changes

Oleksandr Usyk’s next move remains uncertain, but the 38-year-old unified heavyweight champion made one thing clear at the WBC’s annual convention in Bangkok: he has no plans to walk away from boxing and every plan to reclaim his position as the undisputed king.

Boxing News / HITC / December 3

Oleksandr Usyk says he is genuinely concerned for Jake Paul ahead of Anthony Joshua fight

Oleksandr Usyk has his eye on a fight with Jake Paul, but any hopes of that happening depend on Paul making it through his next bout. Usyk, the former undisputed heavyweight champion, even squared up with Paul recently in hopes of building some momentum for an MMA fight.

Boxing News / FirstSportz / December 3

Oleksandr Usyk Calls Out Scary KO Artist Deontay Wilder for 2026 Fight

Oleksandr Usyk continues to map out his next steps in the heavyweight division. The unified champion maintains momentum after recent victories and ongoing activity at the elite level.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Oleksandr Usyk Issues Blunt Warning Ahead of Jake Paul–Anthony Joshua Clash

Usyk delivers a blunt warning ahead of the Jake Paul–Anthony Joshua fight. Calls Joshua an Olympic champion and labels Paul a YouTuber-showman. Says the matchup is pure business and urges fans to 'pray' for Paul.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 2

Oleksandr Usyk confirms ‘first option’ for 2026 fight – rival camp responds

Oleksandr Usyk recently vacated his WBO heavyweight title, elevating Fabio Wardley to full champion. The mercurial Ukrainian has now spoken to Boxing King Media, confirming his ‘first option’ for a fight in 2026 is Deontay Wilder, with Team Wilder welcoming a potential showdown.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / December 1

Oleksandr Usyk: Deonte Wilder 'first option' for next fight

Former WBC world champion Deontay Wilder is No. 1 on unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk's list of potential opponents when the Ukrainian returns to the ring in 2026.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 1

Deontay Wilder Responds to Oleksandr Usyk Callout With Strong Statement

There is a lot of intrigue around what Oleksandr Usyk is going to do next in his boxing career. There hasn't been much activity or content from the former undisputed heavyweight champion and pound-for-pound great ever since his KO victory over Daniel Dubois in the 5th round of their July 19 bout.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 1

Oleksandr Usyk names heavyweight legend he wants to fight next after being stripped of title

Oleksandr Usyk has named the one man he still wants to fight at heavyweight after an already legendary run. When Usyk made the move up to heavyweight back in 2019, there were three fighters comfortably atop the division.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 1

Oleksandr Usyk Breaks Silence On Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua

Oleksandr Usyk has reacted to Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua, with the heavyweight fight between the pair set to go down on December 19. Many fans and experts

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 1

Oleksandr Usyk drops huge hint regarding his boxing future after dropping undisputed title

After shockingly dropping his WBO heavyweight title, former undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk has provided a huge update regarding his future. Just a few weeks ago, it was shockingly announced that undisputed heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk had dropped his WBO title to avoid a fight against Fabio Wardley.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / November 25

Oleksandr Usyk’s next title challenger will be one of two men after eliminator fight is announced

A final eliminator bout has been booked in the IBF heavyweight division with Oleksandr Usyk now set to fight one of two men. After knocking out Daniel Dubois this past July to defend his undisputed heavyweight title, Oleksandr Usyk teased at a potential retirement from the sport of boxing.

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Boxing News / KO on SI / November 24

Oleksandr Usyk's Manager Reveals Reason For Vacating Heavyweight Title

Oleksandr Usyk is no longer the undisputed champion at heavyweight after vacating his WBO title in November. Now, the belt resides with Fabio Wardley, who held the interim version of the title.

Boxing News / HITC / November 24

Oleksandr Usyk’s 28-1 teammate booked for UFC debut against division record-holder

It has not taken long for a highly anticipated UFC signing to be booked for his debut inside the Octagon. In early 2025, Oleksandr Usyk urged the UFC to sign his training partner, predicting he would become a world champion in the organisation.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / November 23

Oleksandr Usyk’s 28-1 training partner reportedly books UFC debut against record-holder

Fans won’t have to wait too long to see a highly-anticipated UFC signing make his debut inside the Octagon. Earlier this year, Oleksandr Usyk called for the UFC to sign his training partner, claiming that he is a “future world champion” in the promotion.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 22

Joshua Leaves Ben Davidson

Anthony Joshua has parted ways with trainer Ben Davison, as he is now teaming up with members from Oleksandr Usyk’s team. Joshua made the announcement just as he prepares to take on Jake Paul on December 19, his first bout since getting knocked out by Daniel Dubois.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 20

Fabio Wardley Addresses Usyk’s decision to vacate and welcomes potential all-British fight

Oleksandr Usyk recently vacated his WBO heavyweight title after the governing body ordered him to face interim title holder Fabio Wardley, who forced himself

Boxing News / Field Level Media / November 17

Fabio Wardley new WBO heavyweight champ as Oleksandr Usyk vacates title

Fabio Wardley is the new WBO heavyweight champion after Oleksandr Usyk chose to vacate the belt rather than defend it against the unbeaten Brit. The WBO said Monday that Usyk (24-0) has formally relinquished the title, clearing the path for Wardley's elevation from interim to full champion.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 17