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Today, May 23, one of the main bouts of 2026 will take place – the undefeated Ukrainian undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk will enter the ring to fight for victory against kickboxer Rico Verhoeven.
Key points:
- On the same night, Ukrainian boxer Daniel Lapin will defend his title against Frenchman Benjamin Mendes Tani.
- Additionally, there will be bouts featuring Frank Sanchez, Richard Torrez Jr., Hamzah Sheeraz, Jack Catterall, and other fighters.
Usyk VS Verhoeven Bout — What to Know
The highly anticipated event, symbolically named Glory in Giza, will be held outdoors near the pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
Ukrainian viewers should note that the broadcast will be exclusively available on the Kyivstar TV platform.
To access the broadcast, you need to log in to the Kyivstar TV platform using your phone number and subscribe to the Plus or Premium HD package.
Naturally, the focus will be on the title bout for the WBC heavyweight world championship belt.
For the undefeated Ukrainian undisputed champion, this is another significant milestone in his career following his status as the undisputed world champion.
It’s also worth noting that Rico Verhoeven is the long-reigning Glory heavyweight champion and one of the most renowned kickboxers of modern times.
Usyk’s opponent has a very specific and ambitious goal – to make a name for himself in big boxing.
This fight interests me. Of course, it’s primarily a sport. Rico is a powerful fighter, a champion in his sport. So, it will be a clash of two worlds. A historic event.
Oleksandr Usyk
Ukrainian undefeated professional boxer