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Lennox Lewis Urges Usyk: Time to Consider Retirement?

10/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Lennox Lewis urges Oleksandr Usyk to consider retirement after a successful career.
Usyk is 24-0 and recently knocked out Daniel Dubois, cementing his status.
Despite plans for fights, Usyk is recovering from injuries and delaying his next bout.
Opponents include Joseph Parker and possibly a Tyson Fury trilogy.
Retirement would cap Usyk's achievements, including undisputed champion status and Olympic gold.

History

Historical Context

Oleksandr Usyk's boxing journey began with an Olympic gold medal in 2012, leading to his historic achievement as the first four-belt undisputed cruiserweight champion in 2018. His transition to heavyweight culminated in a split decision victory over Tyson Fury on May 18, 2024, making him the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999, significantly impacting the boxing landscape.

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Story summary

Lennox Lewis urges Oleksandr Usyk to consider retirement after a successful career.
Usyk is 24-0 and recently knocked out Daniel Dubois, cementing his status.
Despite plans for fights, Usyk is recovering from injuries and delaying his next bout.
Opponents include Joseph Parker and possibly a Tyson Fury trilogy.
Retirement would cap Usyk's achievements, including undisputed champion status and Olympic gold.

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