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Usyk vacates world titles, says move opens new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk vacates his world heavyweight titles, telling BBC Sport the decision will open new opportunities and is not the end of his story.
Usyk calls belt vacation 'well-considered' step toward new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk says his belt vacation is a deliberate step toward new opportunities. The heavyweight champion insists this is not the end of his story.
Mayweather vs Pacquiao rematch postponed amid double-sold chaos
Floyd Mayweather's return bout against Manny Pacquiao has been pushed back from September after the same fight was reportedly sold to two separate promoters.
Usyk calls belt vacation 'well-considered', promises more to come
Oleksandr Usyk says his belt vacation is 'well-considered' and vows his story continues. The former undisputed heavyweight champion spoke to BBC Sport.
Usyk vacates heavyweight belts, vows 'continuation lies ahead'
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his heavyweight titles, calling the decision well-considered and promising a continuation lies ahead for the former unified champion.
Usyk vacates heavyweight titles to clear path for contenders
Oleksandr Usyk says he will vacate all his heavyweight titles to allow the next contenders to fight for them, ending his unified reign at the top of the division.
Usyk vacates world titles but vows 'last dance' still to come
Oleksandr Usyk will vacate his world heavyweight titles but says his final fight is still ahead. The champion told Sky Sports he wants mandatories to compete.
Usyk vacates heavyweight belts, says decision opens new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his heavyweight titles, calling the decision well-considered and promising new opportunities ahead. 'This is not the end,' he said.
Jerwin Ancajas calls Zuffa Boxing debut 'an honor' ahead of return
Jerwin Ancajas says joining Zuffa Boxing is 'an honor' as the former super flyweight world champion prepares for his debut under the UFC-backed promotion.
Brandun Lee says nobody matches Zuffa as he signs promotional deal
Brandun Lee has signed with Zuffa Boxing, telling UFC that no rival promotion currently matches his new platform. The light welterweight joins the UFC-backed outfit.
Usyk confirms belt vacation is 'well-considered decision'
Oleksandr Usyk says vacating his belts was a deliberate choice that will unlock fresh opportunities. The heavyweight insists his story continues.
Oleksandr Usyk vacates all heavyweight titles, teases 'last dance'
Oleksandr Usyk has given up his WBC, WBA, and IBF heavyweight belts but says he's not retiring. The Ukrainian champ plans one more fight as his 'last dance.'
Ennis vows to show 'levels' exist ahead of Zayas clash
Jaron Ennis says his welterweight showdown with Xander Zayas will prove there are levels in the division and his skillset is unlike anything seen before.
Boots Ennis ready for 'goodnight' finish against Xander Zayas
Jaron 'Boots' Ennis told DAZN he has prepared for every style Xander Zayas might bring Saturday night. "It's going to be goodnight either way," he said.
Khan lit the fire in South Asian kids, says Abdul Khan
Abdul Khan says Amir Khan's success lit the fire in South Asian kids, crediting the former world champion with inspiring a generation of British Asian boxers.
Whittaker sees openings ahead of Rivera clash
Ben Whittaker says he has found chinks in Richard Rivera's armor and feels ready for any scenario in their light-heavyweight clash, per Ring Magazine.
Jaron Ennis dismisses Xander Zayas: 'It's levels'
Jaron Ennis says Xander Zayas cannot match him in any area ahead of their welterweight fight, calling the skill gap 'levels' in a pointed ESPN interview.
Gallagher vows to become world champion after MVP signing
Tysie Gallagher says she will become world champion after signing with MVP, telling BBC Sport she is excited to represent Britain on the global stage.
Boxing & UFC this weekend (26 June–28 June 2026): every fight, time and channel
Every boxing and UFC card this weekend, 26 June–28 June 2026. 7 events including Lee Selby vs Antonio Rizzo. Start times in UK and ET, broadcasters and how to watch.
Floyd Mayweather vs Mike Zambidis exhibition cancelled
Mayweather's planned June 27 exhibition in Athens has been scrapped after a federal court injunction request halted promotion and ticket sales.