Usyk plans two or three more fights beyond Verhoeven clash

Oleksandr Usyk has confirmed he will not retire after facing Rico Verhoeven, saying he intends to fight on. The former undisputed heavyweight champion outlined plans for at least two more bouts.

“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

Usyk is scheduled to face kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven in a crossover exhibition. The Ukrainian had hinted at retirement following his two fights with Tyson Fury but now appears set to extend his boxing career beyond the Verhoeven meeting.

What it moves

Usyk's announcement keeps the heavyweight division guessing on his next move. His continued presence means potential rematches or fresh challengers remain on the table once the Verhoeven bout is behind him. The timeline for those fights remains unclear.

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