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Usyk vs Verhoeven Result: Replay, Start-Time Context and Round-11 TKO

The fight at the Pyramids of Giza is over: Oleksandr Usyk stopped Rico Verhoeven in round 11. This updated page explains the result, replay checks, time-zone context, card notes and why old live-stream links are stale.

Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven face-off — Glory in Giza, May 23 2026
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Usyk and Verhoeven met under the Pyramids of Giza on May 23, 2026; Usyk won by TKO in round 11. Photo: 1win / Glory · Composite by USYK vs Verhoeven Live
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Completed
Date
Venue
Pyramids of Giza
Result
Usyk TKO R11
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August 26, 2026 update: what matters now

  • Result: Usyk defeated Rico Verhoeven by technical knockout in round 11; live countdowns are no longer useful.
  • Replay intent: Look for full replay or highlights at DAZN or official event and promoter channels first.
  • Old odds: Pre-fight Usyk favourite odds are archive context, not current betting advice.
  • Stream safety: Avoid Telegram, Reddit and mirror pages promising free full-fight archives after the event.
  • Page role: This homepage is now a result, schedule and source-check page, not a live-stream setup guide.
22-0
Usyk Record
14 KO
Knockouts
63.6% finish rate
1.04
Usyk Odds

Usyk vs Verhoeven result and replay

The live event has ended. Usyk vs Verhoeven took place on at the Pyramids of Giza, and Usyk won by technical knockout in round 11. Use this page to check the result, replay routes and time-zone context, not as a live-stream setup page.

For replay or highlights, start with PPV rights-holder DAZN, official event channels and promoter channels. Treat old 1win, MEGOGO or mirror links as historical references unless the current page clearly shows replay rights for your region.

"Usyk is the greatest heavyweight technician of his generation. No kickboxer — regardless of how decorated — closes that gap in two professional boxing fights."

Timothy Bradley Jr. — ESPN Boxing Analyst, 3× World Champion

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See Also
Full stylistic breakdown and round-by-round projection on the Prediction page — Style Analysis section. Includes six-dimension breakdown: southpaw geometry, range control, stamina, defence, punch power, and clinch game.

Why the archive still matters

The result confirms the pre-fight gap between an elite boxing champion and a decorated kickboxing heavyweight. Verhoeven's size and combat-sports credentials made the matchup interesting, but Usyk's boxing craft decided the fight late.

If you missed the event, look for licensed highlights or replays rather than unofficial full-fight uploads. Region, subscription and archive availability can change after the live broadcast window closes.

How to check replay access now

Open the official broadcaster or promoter page, confirm your region, check whether the replay is included in your subscription or requires a separate purchase, and avoid pages that still use live countdowns or urgent registration copy after May 23, 2026.

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Fight Schedule
Need start times for every timezone? Our Date & Card page has the full timezone table — ET, PT, BST, AEST, IST and more — plus the complete Glory in Giza undercard.

Check the replay safely

The live broadcast is over. Use official replay and highlight sources, then treat old free-stream claims as stale.

Updated August 26, 2026: event completed

Start-time archive by region

These times are now archive context for the completed May 23, 2026 event. Replay pages may list different publication times by region.

Region Main Card Start Ring Walks (est.)
New York (ET)12:00 PM, Sat May 23~5:00 PM ET
Los Angeles (PT)9:00 AM, Sat May 23~2:00 PM PT
London (BST)5:00 PM, Sat May 23~10:00 PM BST
Paris (CET/CEST)6:00 PM, Sat May 23~11:00 PM CET
Sydney (AEST)2:00 AM, Sun May 24~7:00 AM AEST
Mumbai (IST)9:30 PM, Sat May 23~2:30 AM IST

Full Glory in Giza Undercard

The card is now useful as archive context rather than a schedule preview. Check official result pages before relying on early undercard rumours or pre-event listings; see our Date & Card page.

Prediction snapshot after the result

Frequently Asked Questions

Usyk defeated Rico Verhoeven by technical knockout in round 11 on May 23, 2026.
The fight took place at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt as part of the "Glory in Giza" event.
The live event is over. Check DAZN or official event and promoter channels for replay and highlight availability in your region.
They are historical context only. Do not treat pre-fight odds as current betting advice after the event has ended.
Treat old stream buttons as stale unless the destination clearly offers licensed replay access. Avoid mirror pages promising a live stream after May 23, 2026.

Sources

  1. DAZN. Replay and broadcast availability. Rechecked August 26, 2026.
  2. The Ring Magazine. Glory in Giza context. Rechecked August 26, 2026.
  3. Event reports. Result updated to Usyk TKO round 11 on August 26, 2026.
Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven face-off — WBC Heavyweight title fight, Pyramids of Giza, May 23 2026
Glory in Giza — completed heavyweight fight, May 23 2026 at the Pyramids of Giza.

"It's a voluntary defence against someone nobody has ever heard of and he's a kickboxer. Oleksandr Usyk is due an easy fight and he's got one, so fair play to him."

Carl Froch Former IBF/WBA super-middleweight world champion; Sky Sports boxing pundit Source: Seconds Out, March 2026 — Full expert analysis →