Rico Verhoeven at a Glance
- Record
- 1-0-0 (1 KO) — undefeated
- Age
- 37 years old (born 10 April 1989)
- From
- Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Height
- 196 cm (6ft 5in)
Last Fight
LOSS to Oleksandr Usyk by TKO in round 11 · 24 May 2026
Biography
Ricardo "Rico" Verhoeven is a Dutch professional kickboxer, professional boxer and mixed martial artist. He formerly competed in the Heavyweight division of GLORY, where he was the promotion's longest-reigning Heavyweight Champion, while also defending the title a record thirteen times. A professional since 2004, he also competed in K-1, It's Showtime and SUPERKOMBAT. Verhoeven has been continually ranked as the number one heavyweight kickboxer in the world by Combat Press since September 2014, when the rankings were first established.
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Career Analysis
Rico Verhoeven has compiled a professional record of 1-0-0 across 1 bouts. With 1 victories coming by stoppage, Verhoeven carries a 100% knockout rate — marking them as one of the most dangerous finishers in the division.
Representing Kingdom of the Netherlands on the world stage, Verhoeven competes in the 123 kg division. They remain active and looking for their next fight.
Fight History
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 May 26 | Oleksandr Usyk | L | TKO | 11 |
| 23 May 26 | Oleksandr Usyk | L | TKO | 11 |
| 01 May 26 | Oleksandr Usyk | L | TKO | 11 |
Latest Coverage
Verhoeven cites officials' support in stoppage appealJames Wright · 18 Jun 2026- Verhoeven cites timekeeper, doctor backing after appeal dismissedJames Wright · 18 Jun 2026
- Verhoeven cites timekeeper in Usyk defeat appealDan O'Keefe · 17 Jun 2026
- Verhoeven cites ringside doctor backing in stoppage appealAaron Clarke · 17 Jun 2026
- Verhoeven warns Usyk he will feel 20kg weight differenceDan O'Keefe · 12 Jun 2026
- Verhoeven cites kickboxing reign to justify WBC heavyweight shotDan O'Keefe · 12 Jun 2026
- Verhoeven compares kickboxing reign to Usyk in WBC title defenceJames Wright · 12 Jun 2026
- Verhoeven banking on kickboxing edge against UsykDan O'Keefe · 12 Jun 2026
Stats Breakdown
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rico Verhoeven's professional boxing record?
Rico Verhoeven has a professional boxing record of 1 wins, 0 losses, with 1 wins coming by knockout.
When does Rico Verhoeven fight next?
Rico Verhoeven has no fight currently scheduled. Check the boxingnews.com schedule hub for the latest announcements.
How old is Rico Verhoeven?
Rico Verhoeven is 37 years old, born on 10 April 1989.
How tall is Rico Verhoeven?
Rico Verhoeven stands 196 cm (6ft 5in) tall.
Is Rico Verhoeven undefeated?
Yes, Rico Verhoeven is undefeated with a perfect 1-0 record (1 KO).
How many knockouts does Rico Verhoeven have?
Rico Verhoeven has 1 knockout win — a 100% KO ratio across 1 professional victories.
Where is Rico Verhoeven from?
Rico Verhoeven represents Kingdom of the Netherlands, competing in the 123 kg division.