Oleksandr Usyk’s belts of boxing world champion – complete collection 💫
On this web page, we have collected all the belts that Usyk owns and described the fights in which he won them.
What do all boxers dream about? – become a world champion, the strongest person among all of humanity.
What is the signature award that defines a champion? – of course the worldwide recognized champ title.
Oleksandr Usyk used to be an absolute champ in the cruiserweight division. Then, after defeating Tyson Fury, he achieved undisputed status in the heavyweight division by gathering the WBO, WBC, WBA, and IBF belts.
Usyk has lost one of the belts that defines him as the undisputed champion. He was stripped of the IBF heavyweight belt since he refused to defend the title in a mandatory fight assigned by the International Boxing Federation. Defending the IBF champion title would prevent the rematch between Usik and Fury, which the latter insisted on.
The actual titles held by Usyk, including the “big four”, Lineal and IBO, are listed below for every fan to enjoy. Read on!
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WBC (World Boxing Council) Heavyweight Title
- How he got it. Oleksandr claimed the belt on May 18, 2024, when defeated Tyson Fury, a previous title holder. This was the last of 4 world heavyweight belts to fight for before he was naved an undisputed world boxing champion.
- Weight in the boxing world. WBC, another major boxing organization, is known for its iconic green belt. along with the WBO, WBA, and IBF belts, WBC titles are a sign of being one of the best boxers in the division.
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Lineal championship
- How he got it. Usyk, who defeated Tyson Fury at the Mway 2024 Heavyweight Championships, has now joined the legendary list of lineal heavyweight champs in boxing.
- Weight in the boxing world. Lineal Championship is a traditional title of professional boxing that is passed down from one champion to another through fights in the ring. The title can be won by the boxer who defeats the current champion, acting on the principle of “the man that beat the man”.
A lineal champion is considered a true world champion and was established to counter the confusion caused by the numerous boxing organization awards.
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WBO (World Boxing Organization) Heavyweight Title
- How he got it. Usyk won the WBO heavyweight title by defeating Anthony Joshua in September 2021. In a masterclass of boxing, Usyk outboxed Joshua over 12 rounds, winning via unanimous decision.
- Weight in the boxing world. The WBO is one of the four major governing bodies in professional boxing. Holding this title establishes the boxer as one of the elite in the heavyweight division.
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WBA (World Boxing Association) Heavyweight Title
- How he got it. This was also secured in the fight against Anthony Joshua in September 2021. Joshua was the reigning WBA (Super) heavyweight champion, and Usyk’s victory meant he took this title as well.
- Weight in the boxing world. The WBA is the oldest among the major organizations, having been established in 1921. Its title is highly respected and coveted in the boxing community.
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IBO ( International Boxing Organization) Heavyweight Title
- How he got it. Once again, this title was one of the belts held by Anthony Joshua that Usyk claimed after their bout in 2021.
- Weight in the boxing world. IBO, an organization in the US which awards world and local championships for boxing matches. However, it has not been recognized by any of the “big four” entities.
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The Ring Heavyweight Title
- How he got it. Usyk managed to win a vacant The Ring Heavyweight Belt against Anthony Joshua in August 2020, by a split decision after 12 rounds. Since then, Usyk has successfully defended this belt 2 more times.
- Weight in the boxing world. Weight in the boxing world. The Ring magazine was dedicated to boxing from 1922. It does not sanction events like the WBC or WBO do. But it awards championship belts, which are seen as prestigious due to their recognition in the sport.
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WBC (World Boxing Council) Cruiserweight Title
- How he got it. Usyk became the undisputed cruiserweight champion by defeating Murat Gassiev in the World Boxing Super Series cruiserweight final in July 2018. This victory ensured he held all major cruiserweight titles, including the WBC.
- Weight in the boxing world. The WBC is another one of the major boxing organizations, and its green belt is iconic. To hold a WBC title is to be recognized as one of the best in the division.
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WBA, WBO, and IBF Cruiserweight Titles
- How he got them. As mentioned above, by defeating Gassiev in 2018, Usyk not only secured the WBC cruiserweight title but also ensured he was the undisputed champion of the cruiserweight division, holding the WBA, WBO, and IBF titles simultaneously.
- Weight in the boxing world. Holding all major titles in a division simultaneously is a rare and significant achievement, making the boxer an undisputed champion. It’s a testament to the dominance and skill level of the boxer in that weight class.
What helped Usyk become a champion and win all these belts
Usyk’s journey from cruiserweight dominance to heavyweight success is a testament to his exceptional skill, determination, and boxing IQ. His transition and ability to capture heavyweight titles after ruling the cruiserweight division solidified his legacy as one of the best boxers of his generation.
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