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The teams of Usyk and Wilder have not yet been able to agree on a fight for July 11

Andrew Karlov Jan. 20, 2026, 3:51 a.m.

Oleksandr Usyk. Getty Images

Although preliminary negotiations took place, insiders emphasize that they did not progress further, and suggest that Usyk's name is currently being used for promotional purposes. At the moment, any reports of Usyk vs. Wilder fight remain speculative rather than a confirmed match.

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