Fight highlights: Oleksandr Usyk escapes Rico Verhoeven with controversial stoppage

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Rico Verhoeven to retain his undefeated status on Saturday, but not without a major scare in Egypt.

The unified heavyweight champion was pushed almost all the way at the Giza necropolis before securing a controversial stoppage.

Kickboxing crossover star Verhoeven, in just his second pro bout, proved a difficult opponent across nearly a dozen late-night rounds.

But Usyk ultimately prevailed after dropping his opponent to the canvas, before the referee stepped in to wave off the contest.

Relive the full fight highlights here.

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