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Usyk warns against complacency ahead of Verhoeven challenge
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not taking the Verhoeven fight lightly, telling BBC Sport his opponent deserves full respect in training camp.
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View all →Verhoeven backs size advantage to trouble Usyk despite boxing skill gap
Rico Verhoeven says his kickboxing stance and natural size will trouble Oleksandr Usyk when they fight, telling BBC Sport the unified champion will feel a 20-kilo gap.
Verhoeven promises Usyk will feel 20kg weight gap
Rico Verhoeven says Oleksandr Usyk will feel a natural 20-kilo weight difference if they fight, citing his size and movement as key advantages.
Amari Jones beats Vincenzo Gualtieri by TKO in round 3 at Golden Boy Promotions Card
Amari Jones defeated Vincenzo Gualtieri by TKO, round 3 at Golden Boy Promotions Card. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Verhoeven says weight advantage will tell against Usyk
Rico Verhoeven says his 20-kilo weight advantage and kickboxing stance will pose problems for Oleksandr Usyk when they fight.
Usyk dismisses easy-money talk ahead of Verhoeven bout
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not treating Rico Verhoeven as easy money, calling the kickboxing champion a fighter who demands serious preparation.
Usyk warns he's not taking Verhoeven bout lightly
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not taking a potential fight with Rico Verhoeven lightly, telling BBC Sport the Dutch kickboxer poses a real challenge.
Jones Takes First Steps Toward UFC Contract Exit
Jon Jones is doing more than talking about fighting Francis Ngannou.
MVP Targeting Number Two MMA Promotion
MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian has confirmed the promotion is fully committed to MMA following the success of MVP MMA 1, and has laid out a vision that extends to becoming the sport's second most significant promotion behind the UFC.
Dvalishvili Submits Influencer Larry Wheels In Seconds
Merab Dvalishvili made short work of bodybuilding influencer Larry Wheels, submitting him in seconds in a grappling clip.
Hearn Claims Benn Offered $250K Hush Money After Zuffa Signing
The fallout between Eddie Hearn and Conor Benn has taken another turn.
Mayweather Sues For $175 Million Over Alleged Financial Fraud
Mayweather Sues Former Associates for $175 Million Over Alleged Financial Fraud
Usyk vows not to take Verhoeven lightly: 'This is a fighter'
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not taking Rico Verhoeven lightly ahead of their heavyweight clash, dismissing suggestions the kickboxer is an easy night's work.
