Okay, so check it out, I gotta share this thing I’ve been messing around with. It’s about finding the right boxing gloves, specifically the ones Usyk uses, or at least something close. It sounds simple, but man, it’s a rabbit hole.
First off, I started with the obvious: Google. I typed in “Usyk boxing gloves” like a total noob. Got a bunch of results, mostly news articles and some sketchy-looking online stores. Nothing concrete. I was hoping for like, a brand name, a model number, something I could actually work with.
Then I remembered that Usyk is a sponsored athlete. So I started digging into his sponsorships. Turns out, he’s been seen rocking different brands over the years. Sometimes it’s Everlast, other times it’s Venum, and I even saw a pic where he looked like he was wearing some custom-made gloves. This made things even MORE confusing.
I tried watching fight footage, frame by frame. Seriously. I paused the video on every glove close-up I could find. The problem is, logos get covered up by tape sometimes, and the resolution isn’t always great. Still, I managed to identify a few pairs as likely Everlast MX gloves. They seem to be a popular choice amongst pros.
Next step: online forums. I searched boxing forums and Reddit for any threads about Usyk’s gear. Found a few discussions, but mostly just speculation and arguments about glove weight and padding. One guy claimed Usyk used Winning gloves, but that seemed unlikely based on the footage I’d seen. Winning is a great brand, but expensive, and Usyk is usually seen in something a little more mainstream.
I ended up ordering a pair of Everlast MX Pro Fight Gloves. They weren’t exactly cheap, but they looked the closest to what I’d seen Usyk wearing. Plus, they had good reviews online. I figured, even if they weren’t his EXACT gloves, they’d still be a decent pair for sparring.
When they arrived, the leather felt amazing. They’re stiff as hell at first, need breaking in for sure. I took ’em to the gym and hit the heavy bag. They felt great, good wrist support, and the padding was just right.
Could I say for sure these were the exact gloves Usyk uses? Nah, probably not. But are they a great pair of gloves that I’m happy with? Hell yeah. Sometimes, you just gotta pull the trigger and try something out. And honestly, chasing down Usyk’s specific gloves was a fun excuse to upgrade my gear anyway.
My takeaway? Don’t get too hung up on finding the exact gear your favorite fighter uses. Focus on finding something that fits well, feels good, and protects your hands. And don’t be afraid to experiment a little.
- Start with visual research (fight footage, photos)
- Check for sponsorships
- Read forums and reviews
- Be prepared to compromise
