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Usyk defends WBC title against kickboxer Verhoeven at Pyramids

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WBC heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is set to defend his title against kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven on May 23, 2026. The unique crossover bout will take place at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, a novel venue for championship boxing. While Usyk is undefeated in his boxing career, Verhoeven brings a strong kickboxing background but limited professional boxing experience, leading to debates about the fight's legitimacy versus its spectacle. AI

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Usyk defends WBC title against kickboxer Verhoeven at Pyramids

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 Deutsch(DE) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    Oleksandr Usyk Vs. Rico Verhoeven: Start Time And Ring Walks In Egypt

    Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven streams Saturday on DAZN from the Pyramids of Giza. Here's the main card start time, projected ring walks and viewing info.

  2. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    Oleksandr Usyk Vs. Rico Verhoeven: Date, Time And How To Watch

    Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven streams Saturday, May 23 on DAZN PPV from the Pyramids of Giza. Here's the date, start time, price and full how-to-watch.

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