Usyk Defends Titles in Electrifying Heavyweight Battle
In a night of high drama and explosive action, Oleksandr Usyk retained his WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight titles with a hard-fought victory over British challenger Daniel Dubois.
The Ukrainian champion showcased his trademark technical brilliance, but Dubois pushed him to the limit with relentless power punches that tested Usyk's resilience.
Key Moments from the Fight
- Round 5 Controversy: Dubois landed a body shot that appeared to drop Usyk, but the referee ruled it a low blow, giving the champion crucial recovery time
- Usyk's Counterpunching Masterclass: The champion consistently found angles to punish Dubois's aggressive approach
- Dramatic Finish: Usyk finally broke through Dubois's defenses in the later rounds, forcing a stoppage in round 9
Post-Fight Reactions
"Daniel showed he belongs at this level," Usyk acknowledged after the fight. "He's young, powerful, and will come back stronger."
Dubois, while disappointed, remained defiant: "I know I hurt him. I'll learn from this and be back."
The victory sets up potential unification bouts for Usyk against either Tyson Fury or Anthony Joshua, while Dubois proved he can compete at boxing's highest level.
