Oleksandr Usyk Plans Two Final Fights Before Retirement

The undefeated heavyweight champion eyes the winner of Dubois vs. Parker as his next opponent after a grueling 2024 campaign.

Oleksandr Usyk, the unified heavyweight champion, announced plans to retire after two more fights, citing a timeline of one to two years.
Usyk confirmed he intends to face the winner of the Daniel Dubois vs. Joseph Parker fight, scheduled for February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Ukrainian champion, who remains undefeated, retained his WBA, WBO, and WBC titles after defeating Tyson Fury twice in 2024, though he vacated the IBF belt.
Dubois, who was elevated to IBF champion, has been vocal about seeking a rematch with Usyk following his controversial 2023 loss to the Ukrainian.
Usyk emphasized his focus on rest and family after a demanding year and ruled out a return to cruiserweight due to his current weight class preparation.