Was Rico Verhoeven Robbed Vs. Oleksandr Usyk? Here Are The Facts
Rico Verhoeven faced Oleksandr Usyk in a highly anticipated boxing match in Egypt. Usyk won by 11th-round TKO, but the stoppage has sparked controversy due to timing issues. Verhoeven expressed his disagreement with the referee's decision, calling it an early stoppage.
- ▪Oleksandr Usyk defeated Rico Verhoeven via 11th-round TKO.
- ▪The fight took place at the Pyramids of Giza, marking the first boxing event at the site.
- ▪The scorecards at the time of stoppage were 95-95, 95-95, and 96-94 in favor of Verhoeven.
- ▪Verhoeven was given extra time to put his mouthpiece back in before the fight was stopped.
- ▪Usyk's victory improved his record to 25-0, while Verhoeven's record fell to 1-1.
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InnovationGamingWas Rico Verhoeven Robbed Vs. Oleksandr Usyk? Here Are The FactsByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 24, 2026, 12:05am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.CAIRO, EGYPT - MAY 23: Rico Verhoeven looks dejected following defeat in the WBC and WBA World Heavyweight Titles fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven as part of the Glory in Giza Fight Night at Pyramids Panorama 2 on May 23, 2026 in Cairo, Egypt. (Photo by Mohamed Hossam/Getty Images)Getty ImagesRico Verhoeven nearly shocked the world on Saturday in Egypt.
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