Usyk proves legendary status

Oleksandr Usyk is a legend in heavyweight boxing.

It took only 5 rounds for the Ukrainian boxer to "finish" Daniel Dubois with a powerful knockout, ending the rematch with cruelty but no less artistry.

Dubois is mature, but Usyk is "older" than time

Two years ago, Usyk and Dubois caused a huge controversy in Poland when Dubois threw what his team considered a “legal” punch to the body, which the referee determined was a low blow. Usyk got up and won by TKO, but the aftermath still lingered.

In the rematch at Wembley, Dubois brings with him the desire for revenge, while Usyk brings the undeniable answer: no luck, no controversy - just class and destruction.

Dubois enters the fight with the confidence of a fighter in peak form. At 27, he is young, powerful, and expected to take advantage of Usyk’s 38 years. But age is more than just a number in boxing, especially when on the other side of the ring is a fighter with Usyk’s intelligence and technique.

Right from the first rounds, Usyk asserted his dominance. He quickly deployed his left hook, a left-handed fighter's signature weapon, continuously penetrating Dubois' defense.

Meanwhile, Dubois was just struggling to find a way to approach his opponent. There was a moment in the first round when Dubois cornered Usyk, causing the Wembley crowd to boil, recalling the image of Dubois defeating Anthony Joshua right there. But it was all fleeting - Usyk escaped easily, countered accurately and turned Dubois into a pursuer.

In the fifth round, Dubois began to take more risks, trying to open up a “win or lose” attack. But that was when Usyk set a trap. After a punch that made Dubois jerk his head, Usyk did not retreat, but immediately countered with a very clean right hook, straight to the chin. Dubois staggered and fell to the floor.

Dubois struggled to his feet, but his legs were no longer steady. A few seconds later, a left hook from Usyk ended all hope. Dubois fell like a fallen tree, his eyes lifeless. The referee counted, but everyone knew: he could not continue.

Oleksandr Usyk had a convincing victory over Dubois.

The KO was an upgrade on Usyk’s own two years ago, and it also served as a reminder that no matter how strong and progressive Dubois may be, he is still a student of a master who has mastered boxing at the highest level.

Usyk - boxer of a generation

This victory not only retained Usyk’s prestigious championship belts (WBA, WBO, IBF, IBO and The Ring), but also solidified his position as the world’s number one heavyweight boxer. From winning an Olympic gold medal, dominating the “cruiserweight” division, then stepping up to heavyweight to defeat big names like Joshua and Tyson Fury, Usyk now continues to “conquer” Dubois once again, with a much more convincing victory.

What makes Usyk special is the combination of technique, speed and steely determination. He is not the type of boxer who uses pure strength to defeat his opponents. Usyk wins through tactical intelligence, “magical” movement and absolutely accurate punches. Watching Usyk fight is like watching a boxing concert, where every rhythm, every punch is meticulously calculated.

In his post-match interview, Usyk smiled humorously: “38 years old is still young, this is just the beginning”. A statement that made Wembley explode. Boxing fans know that, when physical and experience converge, Usyk is still capable of maintaining his peak for a few more years.

Tonight, Usyk not only defended his title, he also won over tens of thousands of fans, including those who came to Wembley to support Dubois. His composure when asking his opponent after the match, along with the moment he knelt down and cried, showed that inside the ruthless fighter in the ring is still the heart of a humane man.

2024 is a year of great success for Usyk with a historic winning streak against Joshua and Fury.

2024 was Usyk's big year with a historic series of wins over Joshua and Fury. Now, a second win over Dubois is like hammering another golden nail into the coffin of all doubts. He is not only the best heavyweight boxer today, but also has the opportunity to become a boxing icon alongside legends like Evander Holyfield or Lennox Lewis.

For Usyk, every fight is not just about defending a title, but defending the art of boxing. And when he says “this is just the beginning,” fans can hope for the next chapters of a great story – the story of a fighter who is both humble and brilliant, and who continues to fascinate the world.

Source: https://znews.vn/usyk-chung-minh-dang-cap-huyen-thoai-post1570128.html