Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven: What's the belt controversy? Are IBF, WBA, WBC titles on the line?

A potential crossover bout between unified heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk and kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven has sparked debate over which championship belts, if any, would be at stake. Questions have arisen regarding the IBF, WBA, and WBC's willingness to sanction their titles for a fight against a competitor from outside traditional boxing. The controversy highlights the complex rules and politics surrounding major sanctioning bodies when it comes to cross-discipline matchups.