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Boxing vs. UFC: Oleksandr Usyk Eyes Blockbuster Showdown with UFC Champ Alex Pereira

The reigning undisputed heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk has expressed interest in a potential showdown with UFC champion Alex Pereira. This crossover match would pit one of boxing’s most accomplished champions against an MMA powerhouse.

Alex Pereira vs Oleksandr Usyk

The Ukrainian southpaw Oleksandr Usyk boasts an unblemished professional boxing and is known for his technical brilliance, footwork, and speed. ‘The Cat’ has held unified titles in both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions. He gained global recognition after winning Olympic gold in 2012 and later became the first boxer in history to unify all four major belts in two weight classes during the four-belt era.