Oleksandr Usyk defends WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven in Giza
Oleksandr Usyk defends his WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza on May 23. Get the full undercard, odds, and ring walk times.
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Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven Giza Showdown Details
Oleksandr Usyk faces Rico Verhoeven for the undisputed heavyweight title at the Pyramids of Giza. Check the full card, DAZN start times, and local schedule.
Terence Crawford rejects comeback rumors during Usyk fight week
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Usyk-Rico Egypt bout deemed historic
Promoter Eddie Hearn describes the Usyk vs Verhoeven event at the Giza Pyramids as a historic but logistically difficult production. Full card details and ti…