Zhilei Zhang

Former WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker has announced the lifting of his temporary suspension by UK Anti-Doping, clearing his path for a return to the ring. The New Zealander had faced a provisional ban following a positive test for cocaine in October 2025.

Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, has indicated that Agit Kabayel is the likely next opponent for undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, with a potential rematch against Rico Verhoeven also under consideration.