Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Usyk, widely known as Oleksandr Usyk, is a highly accomplished Ukrainian professional boxer who has made his mark in the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions. He was born in Crimea, Ukraine, on January 17, 1987.
Usyk's professional journey began in 2013, and he swiftly rose to prominence, capturing numerous titles and accolades. He reached the pinnacle of success in the cruiserweight division, becoming the undisputed champion by unifying all four major world titles—the WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBF. Throughout his career, Usyk has engaged in memorable battles against formidable opponents, showcasing his exceptional ring IQ and versatility. Some of his notable fights include his victorious encounters against Krzysztof Glowacki, Mairis Briedis, Murat Gassiev, and Tony Bellew.
In recent years, Usyk has made a successful transition to the heavyweight division, where he continues to display his outstanding boxing skills. Notable heavyweight victories include his impressive triumph over Derek Chisora and his pivotal clash against Anthony Joshua, in which he secured the WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight titles.
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