#Usyk Promotion

🇺🇦 Alexander Khizhnyak is preparing for his first title fight in Lviv! On August 22, 2026, the "Poltava Tank" will face Argentine knockout artist Durval Palacio for the WBA Gold International belt. The fight is dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence and will take place as part of a show by promoter Oleksandr Usyk. Khizhnyak: "Lviv will be a lucky city for me — I will win!" 🥊🔥 #Khizhnyak #Boxing #Lviv #Ukraine

🥊 Alexander Khizhnyak has learned his opponent's name! The 31-year-old Ukrainian will hold his third pro fight immediately for the WBA Gold International title. The opponent is Argentine Durval Elias Palacio (16-4). The fight will take place on August 22 in Lviv to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence. Khizhnyak continues his dual career, also preparing for the 2026 Olympics in Los Angeles. 🇺🇦🏆