Oleksandr Khyzhniak to Make Professional Debut on March 21

Ukrainian Olympic champion Oleksandr Khyzhniak is set to begin a new chapter in his boxing career, as he officially makes his professional debut on March 21. The fight will take place during the Rising Stars boxing event organized by Usyk 17 Promotions.

The event will be held in Lisnyky at the Equides Club and is part of a series designed to showcase emerging talent in Ukrainian boxing. The evening will be broadcast live on Suspilne Sport as well as the global streaming platform DAZN.

Khyzhniak is one of the most accomplished figures in modern amateur boxing. An Olympic gold medalist and former world and European champion, he built a reputation for his relentless pressure and aggressive fighting style. His transition to the professional ranks has been highly anticipated by fans and boxing analysts alike.

Oleksandr Khyzhniak and Oleksandr Usyk

With strong expectations surrounding his debut, March 21 could mark the beginning of a promising professional journey for one of Ukraine’s most celebrated fighters.