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 in Egypt. The fight is scheduled for May 23, 2026, with the main card starting at 1 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the event on DAZN pay-per-view for $59.99 in the U.S.
- ▪The event is titled 'Glory in Giza' and features Usyk vs. Verhoeven as the main attraction.
- ▪Ring walks for the main event are expected around 5:48 p.m. ET.
- ▪The undercard includes notable fighters like Hamzah Sheeraz, Jack Catterall, and Richard Torrez Jr.
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InnovationGamingOleksandr Usyk Vs. Rico Verhoeven: Start Time And Ring Walks In EgyptByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 23, 2026, 02:44am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.CAIRO, EGYPT - MAY 22: Oleksandr Usyk (left) and Rico Verhoeven (right) Weigh In ahead of their WBC World Heavyweight Title fight tomorrow night, at the Grand Egyptian Museum on May 22, 2026 in Cairo, Egypt. (Photo by Mark Robinson/Getty Images)Getty ImagesOn Saturday, WBC heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will defend his title against renown kickboxer Rico Verhoeven.
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