Oleksandr Usyk Vs. Rico Verhoeven: Start Time And Ring Walks In Egypt
Oleksandr Usyk will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven in a unique boxing event at the Pyramids of Giza. The fight is scheduled for May 23, 2026, with the main card starting at 1 p.m. ET. This event marks a historic moment as it is the first championship boxing match to take place at this iconic location.
- ▪The fight will take place at the Giza Necropolis in Egypt.
- ▪The main card starts at 1 p.m. ET and ring walks are projected for approximately 5:48 p.m. ET.
- ▪The event will be streamed worldwide on DAZN, with a pay-per-view price of $59.99 in the U.S.
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