Usyk Enters Talks With Zuffa for Farewell Bout Against Wilder

The discussions would test Zuffa Boxing's ability to stage a major U.S. heavyweight event.

Overview

Usyk's team said on Friday that they are in direct, early talks with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing about a one‑off farewell fight in the United States and that no agreement has been signed.
The Ukrainian vacated his WBA 'Super', WBC and IBF heavyweight titles to avoid mandatory defences and pursue one final, non‑title match.
Deontay Wilder is the leading named opponent and his manager has confirmed Wilder would accept an offer if terms are right.
Zuffa Boxing is a new, well‑funded promoter backed by Saudi interests and it aims to run big events without relying solely on traditional sanctioning‑body belts.
Usyk's decision to give up the belts has already prompted sanctioning bodies to reallocate titles, creating fresh opportunities for contenders and reshaping the heavyweight landscape.