Oleksandr Usyk is a Ukrainian boxing superstar currently holding the heavyweight titles of the WBA (Super), WBC, WBO, and the prestigious Ring magazine belt. He vacated the IBF title in June 2024 after choosing not to defend it, making Daniel Dubois the new IBF champion-though Usyk is set to challenge Dubois again in hopes of restoring the undisputed status. The rematch is scheduled for July 19, 2025, at Wembley Stadium in London.
Path to Undisputed & Belt Status
Usyk unified the WBA, IBF, WBO, and Ring titles by defeating Anthony Joshua (September 2021) and then reclaimed the full undisputed crown in May 2024 by defeating Tyson Fury for the WBC belt.
He defended the undisputed title rematch with Fury in December 2024, retained all belts, then vacated the IBF belt two weeks later, prompting Dubois’ elevation.
Now the upcoming bout against Dubois will have all four titles on the line, marking a rare heavyweight undisputed clash.
Purses & Earnings
The rematch between Usyk and Dubois is projected to be a purse of approximately $200-203 million, one of the largest in boxing history:
Usyk is reported to earn between $132-132.3 million.
Dubois will take around $71-71.2 million.
The split reflects roughly 65% Usyk / 35% Dubois
These figures blow past their first bout (2023), in which Usyk earned about $6 million, and much less in their earlier heavyweight titles.
Career Earnings & Net Worth
Usyk’s career earnings have eclipsed $75 million, primarily from fights with Fury and Joshua.
His net worth is estimated between £45-48 million ($60-65 million) .
He also benefits from sponsorships, promotional ventures, and charitable efforts in Ukraine.
What’s Next After Dubois?
The rematch winner must face mandatory challenger Joseph Parker (WBO interim champ), or risk vacating that belt.
There’s also buzz about a potential third showdown with Fury, though final negotiations are pending.
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