Ukraine’s postal service, Ukrposhta, is celebrating Oleksandr Usyk in a way few boxers have ever achieved, releasing a special postage stamp featuring the undefeated heavyweight champion. Announced just days before his December 21st DAZN PPV rematch with Tyson Fury, the stamp is a tribute not only to Usyk’s prowess in the ring, but to his role as a symbol of resilience and pride Ukrainian
Ukrposhta CEO Igor Smelyansky unveiled the stamp with words of admiration: “Usyk’s image on the stamp is a message that ‘the world loves the strong.'” And Ukrainians are famous for their courage and resistance. Strength is not always about muscles, missiles or physical superiority. It is about the character, the faith and the spirit that our nation is endowed with.
The stamp is not just a collector’s item; a portion of the proceeds will support the Usyk Foundation’s charitable fund, reinforcing Usyk’s commitment to giving back. “Their victories inspire and remind us that true strength lies in fighting for what is right,” Smelyansky added.
Smelyansky went on to call Usyk a “symbol of invincibility for millions,” acknowledging how the boxer brought international attention to Ukraine. “We are grateful to Oleksandr for making the Ukrainian flag fly on the screens of millions of people around the world during his appearance in the ring. His achievements are our pride and motivation.”
Usyk (22-0, 14 KOs) is set to defend his unified heavyweight titles against Tyson Fury (34-1-1, 24 KOs) at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on December 21. revenge, the stamp serves as a reminder that Usyk’s impact extends far beyond boxing – it’s about representing the nation. courage on the world stage.
Experts weigh in on Furia vs Usyk Rematch
As Tyson Fury prepares for his December 21 rematch with Oleksandr Usyk, boxing insider shares his thoughts on DAZN News on what Fury needs to do to regain victory.
Andy Lee (Trainer, Former WBO Middleweight Champion):
“Tyson will be stronger, he will have more condition. His concentration will be much better. These three elements alone will mean a lot and are enough.”
Frank Warren (Promoter of Fury):
“Tyson more than anyone knows what he’s going to do in the second fight. He doesn’t need me or anyone else to tell him what to do in the rematch. He’s got a great boxing brain. He’s a student of boxing.”
Eddie Hearn (Matchroom Promoter):
“The intrigue is in what Tyson Fury can do differently in this fight. The problem is that Usyk can still be better. He will have learned from the first fight. I think both boxers will do some things differently for this” .
Sergio Mora (former WBC Light Middleweight Champion):
“His adjustments should be intelligence and game planning. So stick to that game plan. You need to have the discipline to see that plan throughout the 12 rounds.
Event details:
- Date: Thursday 21 December 2024 – Live on DAZN
- Time: 9 pm local (Saudi Arabia) / 6 pm GMT / 1 pm ET
- Location: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Belts on the line: WBC, WBA, WBO, IBO Heavyweight Titles
