Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has announced that he is vacating his IBF title to allow for the Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight, scheduled for September 21st.
The Ukrainian boxer shared this news on his Instagram page.
“Hello everyone. Anthony and Daniel, listen up. I know the IBF belt is important to you. Consider this my gift to you for September 21st. Praise God for everything. Glory to Ukraine,” Usyk said in a short video.
He also added under the video, “The world loves the strong.”
The heavyweight bout between British boxers Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois is expected to take place on September 21st at Wembley Stadium in London, UK.
To recap, Oleksandr Usyk became the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world on the night of May 19th, defeating Fury for his first loss in over 15 years.
The Ukrainian unified the WBA, WBO, IBF, and WBC titles. A rematch between the boxers is scheduled for December 21, 2024.
