As hundreds of civilians continue to flee Ukraine s war-ravaged cities, renowned boxing champions from the country have said they will take up arms in the fight against Russia.
Usyk has been in talks with Joshua over a rematch after the Ukrainian stripped him off his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world heavyweight titles in a stunning display last year.
Vitali and younger brother Wladimir (pictured) became heroes last week after they swapped gloves for guns and enlisted in the Ukraine reserve army in the fight to save their country.