Dazn reports that the Director of Team USyk and RTF Serhii Lapin say undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr uksk will choose its future battles.
With two major victories over Daniel Dubois, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua in the past four years, Utsyk has earned the right to choose who he wants to fight, rather than being ordered to take fewer appliances, such as Joseph Parker.
The WBO ordered USYC to defend against its compulsory Joseph Parker. However, utility (24-0, 15 COs) has injuries and will have to heal.
Turki’s wish: USYK against Itauma
It is still too early to know if USyk (38) will take the battle with Parker or look towards more profitable fighting against Tyson Fury or Moses Itauma.
It’s no secret that Turki Alalshikh wants USyk to defend his belts against young 20-year-old Itauma after his big win last Saturday night in Riyadh against Dillian Whyte.
If USK WANTS Put a smile on the face of TurkiHe will bow to his wishes and fight his heir, it seems that Itauma hands him all the gold. It would be like a tradition. The old lion is conquered by the younger. Itauma needs USyk’s scalp to become an immediate superstar in the sport and to dominate the heavyweight section for the next decade or more.
USYK has earned a lot of money since 2021. With its net value estimated at $ 120 million according to Celebrity Net Worth, it may not be what Oleksandr wants. If his goal is not to get the biggest pay days in his remaining battles for his career, he may continue to defend Parker against his WBO sheltered Parker.
USYK vs. Parker: A Tough Sale
The problem with the struggle is that it will not sell in the US or the UK, which is two of USYK’s largest markets. Fighting Parker would be a disappointment for fans, but USKyk may not have a choice if he wants to hold on to all four of his belts. He needs all the gold in his possession when he faces his heritage, Itauma, for the honorary handing of the titles to the new star in the division.
Last updated on 08/18/2025
