Oleksandr Usyk's next opponent revealed as Frank Warren sets ...
The Ukrainian brutally forced Daniel Dubois to become the undisputed heavyweight champion
www.gbnews.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
- Usyk has been linked to a return in the first half of 2026, with discussions about opponents like Joseph Parker or Fabio Wardley as potential next challengers. These reports indicate the plan was for a voluntary defense or title-defense path before moving toward a required challenger, depending on belt jurisdictions.[2][4][5]
- There have been hints from Usyk’s camp of a big 2026 schedule, including plans to return soon and potential announcements in the lead-up to major boxing events. Some outlets also floated the possibility of high-profile rematches or cross-promotional showcases in the broader boxing calendar.[1][3][7]
If you want, I can narrow to: (a) most likely opponent and location, (b) expected timeframe for the date, or (c) official statements from Usyk’s team. I can also pull the very latest updates and provide a concise summary with citations.