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Oleksandr Usyk Nearing the End: Two Fights Left for the Heavyweight King?
Heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk turned 38 last month, and with his recent victory over Tyson Fury, fans and analysts alike are wondering how much longer the Ukrainian southpaw will continue his storied career. Now, in an interview with Sky Sports, Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) has shed light on his plans. The former undisputed cruiserweight and undisputed heavyweight champion has revealed that he intends to fight just two more times before hanging up his gloves.
“I will fight who will win, Joseph Parker, Daniel Dubois, no problem,” Usyk stated. “I think two years, one and a half [left in boxing]. I feel great myself. I feel I have two fights to prepare [for], not more. Just two.”
Usyk’s legacy is already secure, with a Hall of Fame career that has seen him dominate two weight divisions. But with only two fights left, the question remains: who will be his final opponents?
The Dubois-Parker Factor
Usyk previously faced Daniel Dubois in August 2023, a fight that ended with some controversy. Dubois knocked Usyk down with a punch that was ruled a low blow, and the Ukrainian was given time to recover. To this day, Dubois’s promoter, Frank Warren, maintains that his fighter was unfairly denied a victory. A rematch would certainly settle any lingering doubts.
However, Dubois first needs to get past Joseph Parker, whom he faces later this month. Parker, a former WBO heavyweight champion, is no pushover, and Dubois and his trainer, Don Charles, are confident that they will “go through Parker” en route to bigger fights. If Dubois wins, a rematch with Usyk later this year could be on the cards.
Usyk’s Potential Final Opponent
Assuming Usyk comes through a potential fight against Dubois or Parker, the question of his last opponent becomes intriguing. Who out there would truly motivate Usyk for one final showdown? Would it be a rematch with Tyson Fury, if the Brit manages to rebuild himself? Could a bout against another rising contender emerge as an exciting finale? Or, would Usyk target an opponent that would elevate his all-time ranking further?
Will Usyk Retire Undefeated?
Should Usyk win his next two fights, he would retire with a perfect 25-0 record. If he achieves this feat, where would he rank among the greatest heavyweights in history? Usyk has already cemented himself as one of the most skilled and technical fighters of his era, and an undefeated career could place him alongside the likes of Rocky Marciano, Muhammad Ali, and Lennox Lewis in the pantheon of heavyweight greats.
The End of an Era?
If all goes according to plan, 2026 could mark the end of Usyk’s career. His fans will undoubtedly savor every remaining moment of his time in the ring. But until then, the boxing world waits to see how the final chapters of Usyk’s legendary journey unfold.
Will he retire undefeated? Will he face Dubois again? Or will a surprise name emerge for his farewell bout? One thing is certain—every Usyk fight is a must-watch event, and the clock is ticking on one of the greatest careers the sport has ever seen. FIGHT.TV is here for it!