Here’s the latest on Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois.
- Usyk vs. Dubois rematch in 2025: Usyk retained the undisputed heavyweight titles with a ninth-round stoppage, overcoming a controversial fifth-round low-blow call that delayed the fight’s conclusion. This result agreed with multiple outlets calling Usyk the winner and undisputed champion for a second time.[3][5]
- Controversy around the fifth round: Officials ruled a low blow on Dubois as illegal, which allowed Usyk extra time to recover, a decision that dominated post-fight discussion and language from Dubois’ camp about appealing the result.[1][5]
- Aftermath and potential next bouts: There was ongoing talk about a rematch lure or an undisputed clash with Tyson Fury, depending on negotiations and sanctioning body considerations; promoters signaled intentions to pursue further high-profile heavyweight matchups if feasible.[2][5][7]
If you want, I can pull the most recent live updates, including date-specific results, ring walks, and post-fight quotes, and summarize them with direct sources. Just tell me if you’d prefer a quick bulleted update or a short, sourced narrative.