Boxing heavyweight fight announcements and outcomes

The heavyweight boxing division underwent a major reshuffle in mid-2026 after Oleksandr Usyk vacated his WBC, WBA, and IBF titles on 26 June 2026, leading to the elevation of Agit Kabayel and Murat Gassiev as new world champions. Recent results include Daniel Dubois capturing the WBO title on 9 May 2026 and Usyk's successful defense against Rico Verhoeven on 23 May 2026. Major upcoming bouts for July 2026 include returns for Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury as they build toward a potential showdown later this year.

• Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley (WBO Title): Daniel Dubois defeated Fabio Wardley via 11th-round TKO to win the WBO Heavyweight Championship.
• Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven (Unified Titles): Oleksandr Usyk defeated Rico Verhoeven via 11th-round TKO to retain the WBC, WBA, and IBF Heavyweight Titles.
• Oleksandr Usyk vacates world titles: Usyk officially vacated his WBC, WBA, and IBF heavyweight titles on 26 June 2026 to pursue a final 'last dance' career fight.
• Agit Kabayel elevated to WBC Champion: Following Usyk's vacation of the belt, Agit Kabayel was officially elevated from interim to full WBC Heavyweight Champion.
• Tyson Fury vs Mariusz Wach: Tyson Fury is scheduled to face Mariusz Wach in a heavyweight contest in Thailand. (July 24, 2026) 📅 Calendar file (.ics) Tyson Fury vs Mariusz Wach July 24, 2026
• Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga: Anthony Joshua is scheduled to return to the ring against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia. (July 25, 2026) 📅 Calendar file (.ics) Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga July 25, 2026
• Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic: A significant heavyweight clash between rising star Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic is scheduled for late August. (August 29, 2026) 📅 Calendar file (.ics) Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic August 29, 2026