Oleksandr Usyk, born on January 17, 1987, is a Ukrainian professional boxer and one of the greatest of the four-belt era. He achieved undisputed status in both cruiserweight (2018–2019) and heavyweight (2024), becoming the first heavyweight to hold all four major titles simultaneously since Lennox Lewis in 2000. Known for his technical brilliance and adaptability, Usyk has held prestigious titles including the IBO and Ring magazine belts. He is the third boxer to claim undisputed championships in two divisions, joining legends like Evander Holyfield. Usyk’s legacy solidifies him as a pioneer and dominant force in boxing history.
Full Name: Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Usyk.
Date of Birth: January 17, 1987.
Birthplace: Simferopol, Crimean Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (now Ukraine).
Nationality: Ukrainian.
Professional Boxing Career: Began in 2013; achieved undisputed status in cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions.
Weight Classes: Cruiserweight and Heavyweight.
Major Titles: Held all four major world titles in both weight divisions during the four-belt era.
Historic Achievement: First heavyweight to hold WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, and WBO titles simultaneously in the four-belt era.
Amateur Background: Olympic gold medalist in the heavyweight division at the 2012 London Games.
Known For: Exceptional footwork, technical prowess, and becoming an icon of Ukrainian sports.
Date | Opponent | Result | Key Achievement |
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05/18/2024 | Tyson Fury | W, SD12 | Became undisputed heavyweight champion |
08/26/2023 | Daniel Dubois | W, KO9 | Retained WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight titles |
08/20/2022 | Anthony Joshua | W, SD12 | Retained WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight titles |
09/25/2021 | Anthony Joshua | W, UD12 | Won WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight title |
10/31/2020 | Derek Chisora | W, UD12 | Dominant heavyweight performance |
11/10/2018 | Tony Bellew | W, TKO8 | Retained undisputed cruiserweight titles |
07/21/2018 | Murat Gassiev | W, UD12 | Unified WBC/WBA/IBF/WBO cruiserweight titles |
01/27/2018 | Mairis Briedis | W, MD12 | Unified WBC/WBO cruiserweight titles |
09/17/2016 | Krzysztof Glowacki | W, UD12 | Won WBO cruiserweight title |
04/18/2015 | Andrei Kniazev | W, TKO8 | Continued undefeated streak |
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