Mauricio Sulaiman unveils Egyptian-inspired commemorative belt for May 23 ‘Glory in Giza’ event WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman unveiled the custom “King of the Nile” commemorative … continue
Kickboxing champion responds to criticism over 1-0 record ahead of Egypt heavyweight title fight Rico Verhoeven has defended his WBC heavyweight title shot against Oleksandr … continue
Heavyweight champion meets kickboxing star in crossover bout with WBC belt scheduled to be on the line Oleksandr Usyk is set to face Rico Verhoeven … continue
Usyk declines to justify facing Rico Verhoeven as heavyweights question the matchup ahead of their May 23 bout Oleksandr Usyk has declined to respond to … continue
Usyk downplays weight difference as Verhoeven predicts knockout in crossover bout in Egypt Oleksandr Usyk dismissed Rico Verhoeven’s focus on size and knockout power ahead … continue
Verhoeven cites size and power as he targets Usyk’s WBC heavyweight belt in crossover bout in Egypt Rico Verhoeven says he will knock out Oleksandr … continue
Catterall, Giyasov, Sanchez, and Torrez bouts shape division movement on Glory in Giza card The May 23 “Glory in Giza” card features its most competitive … continue
Heavyweight prospect says champion’s explanation doesn’t reflect real decision behind rejected fight Moses Itauma does not believe Oleksandr Usyk’s explanation for turning down a fight … continue
Itauma supports the fight but rejects a title shot for Rico Verhoeven Moses Itauma supports Oleksandr Usyk facing Rico Verhoeven. He opposes a world title … continue
Fighters and trainers say crossover bout lacks real competitiveness despite event appeal Oleksandr Usyk is being linked to a crossover fight with Rico Verhoeven, but … continue