Usyk Reveals When He Plans to Return — Says Itauma Won’t Be His Opponent

Three-time undisputed world champion Oleksandr Usyk has revealed when he expects to return to the ring.

– I arrived yesterday morning — I was at a training camp, – Usyk said.

– Are you training to prepare for a fight? When?

– Next year. And, God willing, I’ll win.

– Against whom?

– I’d like to make something up for you right now…

– Itauma?

– No, I won’t fight Itauma. He’s young — always teasing me. And he said himself he doesn’t hit grandpas. I can’t say who exactly, because negotiations are ongoing. I’d be lying if I gave you a name.

– So, you’ll continue your career for at least another year?

– I’ll fight until I’m 41. Then I’ll build a sports academy — I’ll train there and train others, – Usyk added.

In 2025, Usyk fought once — knocking out Daniel Dubois in the fifth round of their rematch. Later, Joseph Parker was considered as his next opponent, but the Ukrainian suffered a back injury and has been recovering since.