Oleksandr Usyk

Oleksandr Usyk

  • Age: 39 yrs
  • Nationality: Ukraine Ukraine flag
  • Born: 17th January 1987
  • Place of birth: Ukraine Ukraine flag
  • Residence: Kiev, Ukraine Ukraine flag
  • Division: Heavyweight
  • Height: 6ft 3"
  • Reach: 78"
  • Reach Ratio: 1.04
  • Stance: Southpaw
  • Debut: 9th Nov 2013
  • Status: Active Professional Boxer
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Oleksandr Usyk Boxing Statistics

Heavyweight
Division
12 yrs
Career
Ukraine
Nationality
Kiev, Ukraine
Residence

Oleksandr Usyk Biography

Oleksandr Usyk, born on 17 January 1987 in Simferopol, Crimean Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union, is a professional boxer who has won multiple world championships in two weight classes. He is regarded as one of the greatest Ukrainian boxers of all time and one of the best cruiserweights in boxing history. Usyk's impressive amateur career included gold medals in the heavyweight division at the 2011 World Championships and 2012 Olympics.

Usyk turned professional in 2013 and quickly made a name for himself. In his 15th professional fight in 2018, he won the undisputed cruiserweight championship, becoming the first boxer in cruiserweight history to hold all four major world titles simultaneously. His dominance in the division earned him the 2018 Fighter of the Year awards from Sports Illustrated, ESPN, The Ring, and the Boxing Writers Association of America.

In 2019, Usyk moved up to the heavyweight division, where he continued to showcase his exceptional skills and ring IQ. In October 2020, he faced Derek Chisora, winning a unanimous decision and solidifying his position as a top contender.

Usyk's crowning achievement in the heavyweight division came on 25 September 2021, when he defeated Anthony Joshua to claim the WBA, IBF, WBO, and IBO titles. The Ukrainian masterfully out boxed Joshua over 12 rounds, proving his technical prowess and speed could overcome his opponent's size and power advantages. This victory made Usyk only the third boxer in history to win world titles at cruiserweight and heavyweight, joining Evander Holyfield and David Haye.

Outside the ring, Usyk is known for his humility, sense of humour, and dedication to his family and Orthodox Christian faith. When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Usyk took a stand, joining his homeland's territorial defence forces. He later left Ukraine to prepare for his rematch with Anthony Joshua, which he won by split decision on 20 August 2022 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He retained his heavyweight titles and won the vacant Ring magazine title.

Usyk's journey from talented amateur to elite professional has been remarkable. His technical skills, ring intelligence, and adaptability have allowed him to succeed across multiple weight classes, cementing his place among the greatest boxers of his generation.

As of 2025, Usyk remains the unified heavyweight champion and is widely considered one of the best pound-for-pound boxers in the world. His accomplishments in the sport, coupled with his character and resilience outside the ring, have made him a national hero in Ukraine and an inspiration to fans around the globe.

Tale of the Tape

AttributeStatsvs Division Avg
Height190cm cm-4 cm
Reach198cm cm-3 cm

Oleksandr Usyk Championships

WBO

Cruiserweight Champion

Sep 2016 - Jun 2019

WBO, WBC

Cruiserweight Champion

Jan 2018 - Mar 2019

WBO, WBC, WBA, IBF, The Ring

Cruiserweight Champion

Jul 2018 - Mar 2019

WBA (Super), IBF, WBO

Heavyweight Champion

Sep 2021 - May 2024

WBA (Super), WBC, IBF

Heavyweight Champion

May 2024 - Jun 2024

WBA (Super), WBC, WBO

Heavyweight Champion

Jun 2024 - Jul 2025

WBA (Super), WBC, IBF

Heavyweight Champion

Jul 2025 - Present

Frequently Asked Questions About Oleksandr Usyk

What division does Oleksandr Usyk fight in?

Oleksandr Usyk currently competes in the Heavyweight division (200+ lbs (90.7+ kg)) as an active professional boxer. This division has featured legendary fighters including Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis.

Where is Oleksandr Usyk from?

Oleksandr Usyk is originally from Ukraine and represents Ukraine in professional boxing. Current residence is in Kiev, Ukraine.

How old is Oleksandr Usyk?

Oleksandr Usyk is 39 yrs old, born on 17th January 1987, currently competing as an active professional boxer.

What boxing stance does Oleksandr Usyk fight out of?

Oleksandr Usyk boxes out of the Southpaw stance and is 6ft 3in tall.

When did Oleksandr Usyk begin their professional boxing career?

Oleksandr Usyk turned professional on 9th Nov 2013, and has been competing for 12 yrs in the Heavyweight division.

When is Oleksandr Usyk's next fight?

Oleksandr Usyk is next scheduled to fight Rico Verhoeven on May 23, 2026, at Pyramids of Giza, Cairo, Egypt. View fight details →

Past Fights

Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2

Jul 19, 2025

Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2

Dec 21, 2024

Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury

May 18, 2024

Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois

Aug 26, 2023

Oleksandr Usyk vs Anthony Joshua 2

Aug 20, 2022

Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk

Sep 25, 2021

Derek Chisora vs Oleksandr Usyk

Oct 31, 2020

Oleksandr Usyk vs Chazz Witherspoon

Oct 12, 2019

Oleksandr Usyk vs Tony Bellew

Nov 10, 2018