Undefeated boxers Oleksandr Usyk and David Benavidez are being linked for a potential cruiserweight showdown, described as a "final chapter" for Usyk at the weight class, according to a BBC Sport report published on October 31, 2026.
Both fighters remain unbeaten in their professional careers. Usyk, a former undisputed cruiserweight champion, moved up to heavyweight where he also became undisputed champion. Benavidez has held titles at super middleweight and light heavyweight.
The prospective matchup would mark a return to cruiserweight for Usyk, who has not competed at the 200-pound limit since 2018.
