"You are the undisputed champion. Fight me in Kyiv in 2026. The world wants to see if the old fire has truly returned. When I win the next fight, I will claim your titles, Usyk. I have done my part and shaken off 20 years of rust. Now I am addressing the only person that matters. You talk about fighting for your people. I am offering you a chance to do just that — defend your titles, defend your country," the Nigerian is quoted, Ready to Fight.
Let's recall that Usyk last appeared in the ring in July when he knocked out Daniel Dubois.