All eyes are on Wembley Stadium tonight as Daniel Dubois steps into the ring for what could be the most defining moment of his boxing career.
And according to his promoter Frank Warren, this isn’t just another heavyweight clash—it’s a shot at rewriting British boxing history.
Warren Says Dubois Is Ready to Shock the World
Speaking ahead of the blockbuster bout, Frank Warren didn’t hold back on just how big tonight’s stakes are.
If Dubois manages to defeat Oleksandr Usyk and become the undisputed heavyweight champion, Warren believes it would be the greatest achievement ever by a British fighter in the division.
“Look, no Brit has ever done it,” Warren said. “It’s never happened before.
If Daniel pulls this off, it goes down as the No. 1 achievement. And honestly, I don’t even think it would be an upset. This is a massive fight.
Two of the best heavyweights in the world. It’s the elite going at it.”
Dubois Has Grown Since Their Last Encounter
Reflecting on Dubois’ first controversial fight with Usyk—cut short by a disputed low blow—Warren said his fighter is in a completely different place now, both physically and mentally.
“Back then, he was overdoing it,” Warren admitted.
“He’d finish training with Martin and then go home and train again.
That’s not how it works. You’ve got to recover. Now, he’s matured, found the right rhythm, and it’s showing.”
Family Still at the Heart of Dubois’ Motivation
According to Warren, one person who remains a rock in Dubois’ corner is his father.
Their bond is not just personal but also deeply connected to Daniel’s motivation in the sport.
“Daniel fights for himself, but also for his dad,” Warren shared. “That will never change.
His dad has always been a huge presence in his life—always the one speaking up when they’re together.
But you can see Daniel stepping into his own now. He’s grown up.”
Shedding the Bulk and Focusing on Speed
One major change in this training camp? Dubois has stripped back his heavy weight training to focus more on speed and agility—key to going toe-to-toe with a slick operator like Usyk.
“Speed and mobility are everything in this fight,” Warren explained. “You’ve got to push Usyk back.
He’s a different guy when he’s on the retreat. Look at the Fury fight—when he got backed up, he wobbled.”
Warren even pointed out a weakness he believes Dubois can exploit: “Usyk doesn’t like getting hit to the body.
He’s shown it before, even back in the amateurs. That’s where Daniel needs to go—downstairs.”
Pressure at Wembley? Dubois Has Been Here Before
With a roaring Wembley crowd expected tonight, Warren says he’s confident Dubois can handle the magnitude of the moment.
After all, this is his second back-to-back fight at the iconic venue.
“Not many people can say they’ve done that,” Warren noted.
“He’s walking out first again. That takes real mental strength.
But if he stays disciplined, like Hamzah Sheeraz did in his last fight, he’s got everything he needs to win.”
The Crowd Is Now Behind Him—and He’s No Longer the Underdog
Interestingly, the dynamic of fan support has shifted.
Last time Usyk fought at Wembley, he won over the British crowd.
But this time? The cheers are for Dubois.
“Daniel usually thrives as the underdog,” Warren said. “But now he’s the one they’re cheering.
It’s his moment. Usyk is still a brilliant champion—of course. The Brits respect him. But tonight, it’s Daniel’s turn in the spotlight.”
Calm Before the Storm, but Fire in the Ring
When asked if Usyk seemed a little rattled during fight week, Warren was diplomatic.
“Maybe just a touch,” he said. “Usyk understands English now, so he knows what’s being said. But he’s not a trash talker.
His team tried a few tactics, but there’s not going to be a shouting match. That’s just not who he is.”
Still, Warren made one thing crystal clear: the fight won’t be won in press conferences—it’ll be about Dubois’ choices in the ring.
“He’s got to go after him. Hit the body. Take control early.
Usyk has shown he doesn’t like being pressured in that area.”
Tonight, History Is on the Line
For Daniel Dubois, this fight could change everything.
And Frank Warren is convinced he’s ready to take that step.
“He’s got the tools. He’s got the mindset.
This could be British boxing’s biggest night. And I believe Daniel will rise to it.”
