In a highly anticipated all-British heavyweight showdown, Fabio Wardley is set to defend his WBO world title against Daniel Dubois on May 9 at the Co-op Live in Manchester. The event, promoted by Queensberry Promotions, has been aptly nicknamed “Don’t Blink,” hinting at the explosive nature expected from this bout.
Fabio Wardley, with an impressive record of 20-0-1 and 19 KOs, has rapidly ascended the ranks of professional boxing. His journey from a modest white-collar background to becoming the WBO heavyweight champion is marked by notable victories over Frazer Clarke, Justis Huni, and Joseph Parker. Wardley’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric, and he shows no signs of slowing down.
On the other hand, Daniel Dubois, boasting a record of 22-3 with 21 KOs, has faced his share of criticism, particularly regarding his heart and resilience. However, Dubois has silenced many of his detractors with impressive wins over Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic, and Anthony Joshua. Despite a recent setback against Oleksandr Usyk, a victory against Wardley could further solidify his standing in the heavyweight division.
Upon the announcement of the fight, both Wardley and Dubois shared their thoughts. Wardley, known for his commitment to high-stakes bouts, expressed his enthusiasm for the challenge. “I’ve never been in this game to play around—I’m committed to big fights only. I’m the champion, this is a voluntary defence, and I chose this,” Wardley stated. He emphasized his dedication to facing the toughest opponents and delivering excitement to the fans. “This is one of the biggest fights that can be made in the heavyweight division right now—and the best part is, it doesn’t need the extra stuff… this fight sells itself,” he added.
Dubois, equally confident, sent a clear message to his opponent: “On the 9th May, the world title reign is over for Fabio, and I will become champion again. Let’s go.”
Former super middleweight world champion Carl Froch has weighed in on the upcoming clash, predicting a knockout victory for Dubois. “Daniel Dubois wins the fight by a knockout. I wouldn’t be surprised if Wardley, who’s got a big punch, who’s never been beaten, wins, but I just think that the power and the experience at world level of Dubois will be too much,” Froch said. He acknowledged Wardley’s impressive track record but suggested that Dubois’ experience and power might prove decisive. “Look what he did to AJ. And he’s been in there with Usyk as well, so he’s learned a lot from those fights. I feel like Fabio Wardley doesn’t belong in the ring at that level, but he’s proved us wrong time and time again,” Froch added.
As the fight night approaches, the anticipation continues to build. Both Wardley and Dubois are known for their explosive styles, and this bout promises to be a thrilling encounter that fans won’t want to miss.
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