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Britain's heavyweight contender is expected to be elevated to world boxing champion after Oleksandr Usyk chose to vacate his championship belt

This development comes after Usyk told boxing authorities he would not engage in a obligatory title fight against Wardley

Boxing Organization's Position

The boxing organization confirmed that the champion decided to give up his belt after deep reflection"

Usyk continues to possess the three major championship belts, having beaten his British opponent at the famous London venue in July to become a double undisputed champion

He first became the all-belt title holder in last year by overcoming Tyson Fury, before vacating another belt five weeks later and deciding not to fight the mandatory challenger

"Boxing official Gustavo Olivieri called Usyk "a champion of champions" in a official release"

"The organization offers its sincere admiration and thanks to Usyk, an perfect record holder across weight classes"

"His career stands as one of the most impressive and memorable of the modern boxing era"

The WBO added that its institution will continue to support the champion and his camp"

Belt Timeline

Usyk won the WBO belt in two years ago by overcoming Joshua and went on to protect his title repeatedly

In summer, the boxing organization mandated talks for a required title defense against interim champion Joseph Parker, only for a back injury sustained by Usyk to cause the delay of the fight

British Fighter's Journey

But the 30-year-old British fighter, captured the temporary championship from the New Zealander with a significant shock in the later stages at the capital's venue last month and was required to challenge Usyk before the month's conclusion

The boxing organization hasn't formally announced Wardley's promotion but his manager Warren believes it is a done deal

"Britain has a new heavyweight world champion and a new star of the sport"

"A truly extraordinary path I've seen in my 45 years as a promoter and I could not be more pleased for Wardley"

"Major contests coming up for the coming period as he defends his WBO belt and establishes his place in the boxing world"

Wardley entered the sport at twenty years old, developing through alternative boxing and has had only 21 pro bouts

Future Prospects

• The anticipated title change signals a major shift in the weight class
• Usyk's decision to give up the championship creates fresh possibilities for more fighters
• The fighting community now expects formal announcement from the championship body
• The British fighter's journey from late starter to world champion continues to motivate others