This Saturday, all eyes will be on Wembley Stadium as Anthony Joshua faces off against fellow Brit Daniel Dubois in a highly anticipated heavyweight title match.
With a sold-out crowd of 96,000 fans ready to witness the action, both fighters are set to make history in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Joshua’s Title Aspirations
Joshua is aiming to reclaim his status as a three-time world heavyweight champion, while Dubois will be defending his IBF title for the first time.
The atmosphere is electric, and Joshua enters the ring as a slight favorite, especially after weighing in at four pounds heavier than Dubois.
Interestingly, both fighters come into this bout at nearly the same weight as their previous matches, indicating they’re both in peak condition.
The Stakes Are High
The winner of this clash is expected to face the victor of the upcoming rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury.
With the possibility of a heavyweight unification bout on the horizon, Joshua has been cautioned to stay focused.
Warren, Dubois’ promoter, highlights that Usyk and Fury’s presence at ringside could serve as a distraction for Joshua, especially since Usyk has previously defeated him twice.
Potential Distractions for Joshua
“Usyk and Tyson will be there, but I don’t think it poses a threat for Dubois.
It could be a distraction for AJ, considering Usyk has beaten him twice,” Warren shared with Sky Sports.
He emphasized the importance of this fight, noting that both fighters are keenly aware that their future may depend on the outcome.
Dubois Ready for Redemption
Despite a previous loss to Usyk, Dubois believes he was unfairly denied victory due to a controversial low blow decision.
Now, with newfound confidence, Warren believes Dubois is ready to take on Usyk again.
“He’s had the experience of sharing the ring with Usyk, and I truly believe he’s prepared for a rematch,” Warren stated.
Expecting Fireworks
After the weigh-in, Warren expressed excitement about the upcoming fight.
“This is going to be a massive event. Dubois, who recently turned 27, is coming off some significant victories and I’ve never seen him this confident.
Expect something special tomorrow,” he said.
Fans can look forward to a night of explosive action as these two fighters aim to make their mark in boxing history.
