Usyk plans two or three more fights after Verhoeven bout

Oleksandr Usyk has confirmed he will not retire immediately after facing Rico Verhoeven, telling BBC Sport he intends to fight on for at least two more contests.

“I will not stop my career after I fight Rico - I have two, maybe three, fights more”

— Oleksandr Usyk, via BBC Sport

What Oleksandr Usyk said

The former undisputed heavyweight champion has been linked with a crossover bout against kickboxing star Verhoeven. Usyk lost his unified titles to Tyson Fury in their December rematch but remains one of boxing's biggest draws. His next move in the heavyweight division remains unclear.

What it moves

Usyk's announcement extends his timeline beyond a single novelty fight. The Ukrainian's plans suggest he wants either a third Fury meeting or fresh challengers at heavyweight. His willingness to continue removes any immediate succession drama from the division's top tier.

Source: bbc.com. Full Oleksandr Usyk fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.