What next for heavyweight division after Usyk's win?
Oleksandr Usyk retained his heavyweight titles after a challenging fight against Rico Verhoeven. With a record of 25 wins, Usyk is contemplating his future in boxing, indicating he may have only a few fights left. The heavyweight division is abuzz with potential challengers, particularly Agit Kabayel, who is seen as a deserving contender for a title shot.
- ▪Usyk won the fight with a stoppage in the 11th round, pushing his undefeated record to 25 wins.
- ▪Agit Kabayel is the WBC interim champion and is viewed as the next deserving contender for Usyk's titles.
- ▪Frank Sanchez also emerged as a leading contender after a knockout victory on the undercard.
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