Usyk eyes new challenge as cruiserweight champion Opetaia considers heavyweight move

Oleksandr Usyk, the unified heavyweight champion, plans to continue fighting despite calls to retire unbeaten. He has defeated top competitors but now faces a lack of compelling challengers in his division. A potential new threat could come from Jai Opetaia, the IBF cruiserweight champion. Opetaia has expressed interest in moving up to heavyweight and facing Usyk, but first, he must defend his title against David Nyika on January 8. While Usyk has dominated heavyweights, Opetaia's speed and style may present a fresh challenge. Both fighters have strong records, and a match between them could generate significant interest in 2025.