Usyk vs Wilder and More: 10 Boxing Showdowns for 2026

Boxing fans, 2026 could be a pivotal year. From heavyweight showdowns to elite bouts in the lighter divisions, the calendar has the potential to feature fights with major competitive and legacy significance. Here is WBN’s rundown of the 10 potential fights expected to draw the most attention in 2026.1. Oleksandr Usyk vs Deontay Wilder – Heavyweight Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs) could face former WBC champion Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs). Usyk’s technical skill and unbeaten record contrast with Wilder’s knockout power and veteran experience. Both have been active during 2025, making this a bout of global...