Oleksandr Usyk ordered to fight Joseph Parker by WBO in blow to Daniel Dubois
Briefly

Oleksandr Usyk is under pressure to negotiate a title defense against Joseph Parker within 30 days, following the WBO's order. This development complicates Daniel Dubois' aspirations for a rematch after Usyk's victory over him in August. Dubois recently clinched important wins, but his hopes of facing Usyk for a fight involving all four major titles are now in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Parker's impressive performance in Saudi Arabia adds to the tension and stakes in the heavyweight division, as he seeks to leverage this opportunity against Usyk.
Usyk has 30 days to negotiate a title defense against Parker or face purse bids, jeopardizing Dubois' hopes for a rematch with the champion.
Joseph Parker, on a six-fight winning streak, aims to capitalize on Usyk's mandatory defense against him while Dubois pursued a rematch with Usyk.
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