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Oleksandr Usyk vacates all titles, says next fight will be ‘last dance’: What happens to vacated belts?

Oleksandr Usyk has relinquished his world heavyweight championships to prepare for one final bout. The undefeated Ukrainian intends to determine the conclusion of his career on his own terms. He insists he is not retiring yet despite vacating the belts.

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Usyk has officially vacated three major heavyweight titles to set up a final career fight.

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  1. Oleksandr Usyk Vacates Heavyweight Titles Before Final Fight

    Oleksandr Usyk has relinquished his world heavyweight championships to prepare for one final bout. The undefeated Ukrainian intends to determine the conclusion of his career on his own terms. He insists he is not retiring yet despite vacating the belts.

    What's confirmed:

    • Oleksandr Usyk vacated the WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight titles.
    • Usyk is planning one final fight which he has called his "last dance".
    • The fighter is undefeated and has not retired.
    • Usyk previously achieved undisputed status in the heavyweight division.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • A fight against Kabayel is possible if the offer is right.
    • The decision to vacate was made to avoid mandatory title defenses.
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