Usyk to Play Vovchanchyn in a Movie

According to IMDB, the undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will star in the American biographical drama "Smashing Machine." The film will be dedicated to the life of former UFC fighter Mark Kerr, portrayed by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.

Usyk will play the role of Ukrainian MMA fighter Igor Vovchanchyn.

In real life, Vovchanchyn defeated Kerr twice. The first time by knockout, but the fight was declared a no contest. The second time he won by unanimous decision.

The film's premiere is scheduled for 2025.