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Usyk Parts Ways With Promoter as Dubois Vows to ‘Make Him Old’ in July Rematch

The split with Alexander Krassyuk marks Usyk’s first team change in 12 years ahead of their Wembley title fight

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Overview

  • The rematch is scheduled for July 19, 2025, at Wembley Stadium with Usyk defending his WBA, WBC and WBO belts against Dubois’s IBF title
  • Usyk’s separation from long-time promoter Alexander Krassyuk ends a 12-year partnership and could disrupt his preparations
  • Dubois says he plans to exploit fatigue from Usyk’s recent Fury bouts to “make him old on the night”
  • A win for Dubois would make him the first British undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999
  • Usyk, 38, is hoping to retire on a high note after their controversial first fight in August 2023