Teremoana Teremoana sized up American rival DeAndre Savage for the first time in-person last night – before he warned every top Heavyweight on the planet that he is ready to beat them next in his quest to become a future World Champion.

Teremoana, the Brisbane-based Paris Olympian (11-0, 11 KOs), has bulldozed his through his opponents since turning professional in December 2024, reeling off seven straight stoppages. 

Next week, on Wednesday, August 12 at The Star Gold Coast – live on DAZN’s KAYO Sports and Fox Sports – the Aussie giant aims to make a big statement performance when he collides with Savage, the. 35-year-old American (11-1, 11 KOs), who has been just as ruthless in the ring, with his only career blemish a points loss to Brandon Moore.

And after standing toe-to-toe with Savage Down Under, Teremoana was boldly quick to turn his attention to a host of huge names in the sport’s marquee division – with his sights set on landing a major domestic showdown with fellow countryman, Justis Huni, along the way.

“Every single Heavyweight in the world is on my radar,”said Teremoana, speaking to DAZN News.

“It’s whether they are close to me or not. And, at the moment, the closest to me is Savage. So he is my priority on August 12.

“I myself say that I am the best Australian fighter that’s ever been in Australia.”

Teremoana headlines a stacked August 12 card that also features Matchroom’s latest signing, ‘Pretty Boy’ Michael Zerafa (34-5-0, 22 KOs), returning to the ring in a co-main event against Alejandro Ortiz, an opponent who comes with an intimidating knockout record, having stopped 25 of his 25 victories.

Plus fans will be treated to a quality undercard featuring WBO-ranked Super Middleweight contender Jack Bowen (13-1, 10 KOs); a 50-50 Flyweight decider between Jasmine Parr (8-2, 3 KOs) and Jemma Peart (9-1, 3 KOs); and unbeaten Toowoomba prospect Lekesha Woodbridge (4-0, 3 KOs) against Thailand’s Sothita Sitthical (13-5, 4 KOs).

Last remaining tickets are on sale now here: https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=MATCHBOX26

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Coming off a heavyweight blockbuster last weekend with Oleksandr Usyk emphatically knocking out Daniel Dubois in London, DAZN, the world’s leading sports and entertainment platform, is keeping the action rolling this week with the return of the GWOAT, Claressa Shields. The fights never stop on DAZN, with over 185 coming to fans this year from the world’s top promoters. 

Claressa Shields, the undefeated, undisputed women’s heavyweight boxing champion, defends her title in Detroit’s Little Caesar’s Arena against Lani Daniels this Saturday at 8pm ET. This will be the two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and a five-division world champion’s second defense of the heavyweight title and her fourth-straight fight in her home state of Michigan.  

Coming up later this summer, Misfits Boxing returns to DAZN for MIsfits 22 from Manchester, England on August 30, featuring former UFC champion Luke Rockhold taking on former UFC welterweight title challenger Darren Till competing for the promotion’s bridgerweight title. In the co-main, former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson will make his professional boxing debut against social media personality and boxer Nathaniel “Salt Papi” Bustamante in a tilt for the MFB interim middleweight championship. Misfits hosted an official launch press conference yesterday featuring the combatants, which can be viewed HERE.

History will be made on September 13, as Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan will rematch for the vacant IBF Welterweight World Title on DAZN in the first-ever World Title fight to feature two boxers from the Island of Ireland. The bout will take place in front of what will surely be a raucous crowd inside Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast. Crocker and Donovan first met in March of this year in a Final Eliminator for the IBF championship, with Crocker taking a controversial disqualification win at the end of the eighth round after Donovan was ruled to have punched after the bell, despite being well ahead on points. Full details on the rematch can be found at the end of this email.

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CROCKER AND DONOVAN REMATCH FOR IBF WELTERWEIGHT CROWN AT CLEARER TWIST NATIONAL STADIUM AT WINDSOR PARK IN FIRST EVER ALL-IRISH WORLD TITLE FIGHT ON SEPTEMBER 13

Historic clash to be shown live worldwide on DAZN

Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan will rematch for the vacant IBF Welterweight World Title at the Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast on Saturday September 13, shown live worldwide on DAZN.

The historic clash will be the first time two boxers from the island of Ireland have met in a World Title fight, and the 18-500 capacity home of the Northern Ireland football team will host the biggest all-Irish fight ever.

The first meeting between the rivals earlier this year in March was a Final Eliminator for the IBF World Title and ended in highly controversial fashion with Belfast’s Crocker taking the win by disqualification at the SSE Arena.

Limerick’s Donovan, who had twice previously been deducted points, was disqualified at the end of the eighth round for punching after the bell. ‘The Real Deal’ was well ahead on all three judge’s scorecards before his disqualification.

An appeal from Donovan’s team resulted in the IBF granting a rematch which would again serve as a Final Eliminator for the World Title – but with Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis moving up to Super-Welterweight, the huge rematch will now be for the vacant World Title.

“This is the fight I’ve wanted since the final bell of the first one,” said Crocker. “To run it back for the IBF World Title — and to do it such an iconic stadium in Belfast, in front of my own people — is something I’ve dreamed of my whole life.

“This isn’t just a rematch. It’s my chance to silence the doubters and prove I’m the best welterweight in the world. I know exactly what I need to do — and on fight night, I’m leaving with that World Title.”

“It’s going to be a great atmosphere in Belfast on fight night,” said Donovan. “I’m looking to repeat another stellar boxing performance, set the record straight and come home with a World Title. I can’t wait!”

“This is absolutely huge – the first ever all-Irish World Title fight,” said Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn. “The first meeting between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan had it all – an electric build-up, guts, knockdowns and a hugely controversial ending. That drama-filled night in March has set the rematch up perfectly, and September 13 promises to be even bigger and better.

“We expect a sell-out crowd at the Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast and one of the best atmospheres you’ve ever witnessed in Irish boxing – you do not want to miss this one. The first boxing event at Windsor Park since Irish icon Carl Frampton headlined here back in 2018, and the main event couldn’t be more fitting. Two of the best Welterweights in the world battling it out for the IBF World Title. Watch it live around the world only on DAZN.”

“This is a monumental occasion — the first ever all-Irish World Title fight,” said Crocker’s manager Jamie Conlan. “The controversy surrounding the first bout, combined with the fact that it’s taking place at Northern Ireland’s national stadium, takes an already massive fight and makes it truly historic.

“Lewis Crocker lives just a stone’s throw from Windsor and has followed Linfield Football Club since he was a boy, so for his first World Title fight to be held at the stadium is something out of a dream. This isn’t just a fight — it’s a moment in Irish boxing history, and Lewis is ready to seize it.”

Irish FA Chief Executive, Patrick Nelson, said: “Live sport unites communities across Northern Ireland, and we’re thrilled to build on the success of our previous boxing event in August 2018.

“We are proud to be partnering with Matchroom in hosting this world championship bout that not only showcases top-tier boxing but also highlights the versatility of the Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park as a multi-purpose venue.”

“The first battle ended in highly controversial fashion, and I can’t wait to see them run it back – this time for world honours,” said Alfie Sharman VP DAZN. “It was a brilliant back and forth in front of an electric crowd. The rematch promises so much more. I expect Donovan to bring that same energy and Crocker to be better than before. It has all the makings of a classic. Watch it live and exclusive only on DAZN.”

Daniel DuBois had a ring walk full of fireworks and pyrotechnics, but it was Oleksandr Usyk who brought inferno as Usyk became the Undisputed Heavyweight champion for a second time with an emphatic fifth round destruction in front of over 90,000 fans at London’s Wembley Stadium.

In round five, Usyk landed a perfect counter right hook that put DuBois down to the canvas. Usyk then landed a perfect left to the jaw that put DuBois with a defeated and bewildered look on his face and did not beat the count at

Okolie Decisions Lerena

Former cruiserweight world champion Lawrence Okolie won a 10-round unanimous decision over Kevin Lerena in a heavyweight bout.

Okolie, 262.4 lbs of London won by scores of 100-90 twice and99-91 and is now 22-1. Lerena, 232.5 lbs of Johannesburg, SA is 31-4

Daniel Lapin Wins Majority Decision over Lewis Edmondson

In a battle of undefeated light heavyweights, Daniel Lapin won a 10-round majority decision over Lewis Edmindson.

Lapin, 174.13 lbs of Kyiv, UK won by scores of 96-94 twice and 95-95 and is now 12-0. Edmindson, 174.13 lbs of Soutampton, ENG is 11-1.

Dacres Decisons Sirenko

Solomon Dacres won a 10-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Vladyslav Sirenko in a heavyweight bout.

Dacres, 235.9 lbs of Birmingham, UK won by scores of 99-91, 99-92 and 98-92 and is now 10-1. Sirenko, 256.3 lbs of Kiev, UKR is 22-1-1.

Adam Hamed remained undefeated with a four-round decision over Ezequiel Gregores in welterweight bout.

Hamed, 144.3 lbs of Dubai via Manchester won by a 40-36 score and is now 6-0. Gregores, 145.10 lbs of Buenos Aires, ARG is 3-25.

Lasha Guruli beat down James Francis and their eight-round junior welterweight bout was stopped after in round five.

The corner pulled Francis from the fight officially at two seconds round five,

Guruli, 139.15 lbs of Georgia Republic is 2-0 with knockout. Francis, 137.12 lbs of Liverpool, ENG is 7-2.

The Undisputed Heavyweight Championship – 12 X 3 Minute Rounds Contest
Oleksandr Usyk – 227.3lbs
Daniel Dubois – 243.8lbs

WBC Silver Heavyweight Championship – 10 X 3 Minute Rounds Contest
Lawrence Okolie – 262.4lbs
Kevin Lerena – 232.5lbs

The IBF Inter-continental, WBO and WBA International Light-Heavyweight Championship – 10 X 3 Minute Rounds Light-Heavyweight Contest
Daniel Lapin – 174.13lbs
Lewis Edmonson – 174.13lbs

10 X 3 Minute Rounds Heavyweight Contest
Vladyslav Sirenko – 256.3lbs
Solomon Dacres – 235.9lbs

4 X 3 Minute Rounds Super-Lightweight Contest
Aadam Hamed – 144.13lbs
Ezequiel Gregores – 145.10lbs

6 X 3 Minute Rounds Super-Leightweight Contest
Lasha Guruli – 139.5lbs
James Francis – 137.12lbs

UNDISPUTED PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES:

THE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT Championship of the World showdown between unified champion Oleksandr Usyk and IBF King Daniel Dubois takes place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday in front of in excess of 90,000 fans.

Today, at Wembley Stadium, the final words were exchanged between the pair at the pre-fight press conference and below are a selection of key quotes from this media event.

Frank Warren
“I am excited because it is such a phenomenal, historic fight. Four belts on the line for the first time in the UK and Daniel’s chance for greatness. To become a British icon by winning these belts.

“How’s it going? We are nigh on sold out. The atmosphere on Saturday night is going to be amazing. Amazing, everybody is going to love what they see and it is going to be an unbelievable, competitive, great fight.

“I think he (Daniel) is coming into his prime. He’s had great grounding, if you look at his resume, at his age, he has probably fought the best out of any heavyweight. He has got the experience, he’s got a great team behind him. They have shared a ring, they know each other’s strengths and weaknesses. He knows he can hurt Oleksandr, he’s done that before and I feel, genuinely, this is going to be his time.

“He is on a roll like you cannot believe, beaten world class fighters, undefeated fighters, two-time world champions and done it in style. I think he is gonna do it, I really do believe he will on Saturday night. He will beat one of the great, great champions in heavyweight boxing.”

Daniel Dubois
“I have prepared right and I am just on a different level now, ready to go for whatever I need to on Saturday and get all them belts. I am chasing glory and I am chasing greatness. All of it (when asked what means more), the whole thing, this is history-making and I’ve got to do a real demolition job. I am hungry and ready for it.

“Right now I just want to get it on. I am going to write my own script now. They’ve got a script and I’m going to write my own. I am going to win these belts and I am going to be the man.

“I have been getting a lot of confidence just from my training and what I’ve done in the gym, the shots I’ve been landing on the people I’ve been sparring. All of that is inside of me and it’s built up. I am ready to let it out now.

“It don’t mean sh*t to me that (Canelo placing bet on Usyk), he’s gonna lose his money. I am just focused now. Let’s get it on.

“It’s facts (Usyk feeling his age). I know what I’ve gotta do. I am a young guy and I’ve got to take over, be the man and execute him.

“I am going to make this a great fight. I feel at the moment I am at the peak of my powers and it is going to be a great performance.”

Oleksandr Usyk
“Hello London. I am happy to be here again. Why will it be my night? Because I believe in this, I hope and I prepare for this fight. Listen, every one of my fights is important to me and my team. Now it is very important for me and my country, the soldiers who protect my country. It is motivation for my people. It is very important for me!

“Listen, I respect this guy, this young guy. This guy is motivated, but I am too. I am not an old guy. 38 is not old. We will see on Saturday. It’s God’s will.

“Yeah I believe this (winning inside distance).”

LONDON – July 16, 2025 – BeforeWBA, WBC and The Ring Heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk and IBF titleholder Daniel “Dynamite” Dubois clash for the Undisputed Heavyweight Championship, the pair and other fighters on the card stepped into the ring at Box Park Wembley today for an open workout in front of fans and media. One of the biggest events in recent British boxing history, the card takes place this Saturday, July 19, live exclusively on DAZN PPV (12:30 p.m. ET) from London’s Wembley Stadium, brought to fans by Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions. 

Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) and Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) met for the first time in 2023, where the Ukrainian champion won by 9th round KO. However, the bout did come with controversy, as earlier in the fight, Dubois landed what was deemed a low blow by the referee, who allowed Usyk ample time to recover. To this day, Dubois defends that it was a legal punch. Since then, Dubois has won three fights in a row by stoppage, picking up the IBF Heavyweight Championship Usyk vacated after becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion in two decades in 2024.

Also appearing during today’s open workout ahead of their respective bouts on Saturday were WBC Silver Heavyweight titleholder Lawrence Okolie (21-1, 16 KOs) and current WBC Bridgerweight champion Kevin Lerena (31-3, 15 KOs),  and IBF Intercontinental and WBC Continental Light Heavyweight titlist Daniel Lapin (11-0, 4 KOs) and Lewis Edmondson (11-0, 3 KOs). In preliminary action, heavyweights Vladyslav Sirenko (22-0, 19 KOs) and Solomon Dacres (9-1, 3 KOs)along with two super lightweight bouts featuring  “Prince” Aadam Hamed (5-0, 3 KOs)and Ezequiel Gregores (3-24, 0 KO) as well as James Francis (7-1, 1 KO) and 2024 Olympic Bronze Medalist from Georgia Lasha Garulli (1-0) will kick off the night. 

Below is what a selection of fighters had to say following their workouts:

Daniel Dubois

On how he is feeling going into Saturday

“I’m switched on and focused. I’m ready to cause chaos in that ring, I’m ready to go.”

On what the support of the fans here in London means to him

I’m grateful for this opportunity and I’m ready to seize it, I’m ready for the moment.”

On what winning the undisputed heavyweight title would mean to him and his team

“To the whole team, it means a lot to all of us. We worked hard for this. We’re not going to let this one go.”

Solomon Dacres

On coming into this fight in impressive shape

“I’ve just been working. Obviously, my last fight was in December, so I’ve been working a good solid 6-7 months, working on my strength and conditioning, sparring and everything. Always working to improve all the time.”

On if his loss in his last fight might have been the best thing for his career. 

“100%… Like you said, in this career it’s not going to be a straight line, something’s going to happen, you’re going to have a blip. That was my blip right there, my last fight, so next time out, I’m going to get things much better.”

On if it’s more important to him to be impressive or win by any means necessary?

“A bit of both really. But winning is the ultimate really because I’m coming off the defeat. I’ve got to win to get myself back in the picture and winning is going to do that. I’m coming straight back in against a 22-0 guy, there’s no rebuilding, it’s straight back in there and show what I’m made of.”

On accepting this opponent on short notice

“I just said we’ve got to take the opportunity. I wouldn’t take the fight if I didn’t think I was going to win it. I’ve been training all the time. Obviously you want more notice. I got three weeks notice, but I’m in generally good shape all the time so it wasn’t tough to ramp it up for a few weeks.”

Aadam Hamed

On his legendary father, “Prince” Naseem Hamed

“He paved the way for me and now it’s time for me to continue the legacy.”

On what fans can expect from his fight on Saturday

“Expect fireworks.”

This Saturday, July 19, London’s iconic Wembley Stadium will host a high-stakes showdown as Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) faces off against Britain’s Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) in a direct rematch for the undisputed heavyweight championship of the world.

Their first meeting took place in August 2023, when Usyk stopped Dubois via ninth-round TKO in a fight that stirred controversy. A contentious low blow from Dubois momentarily halted the action, igniting debate across social media. Usyk, ever the technician, regained composure and closed the show with authority—but Dubois left the impression that he had the tools to trouble the champion.

Since that night, Usyk hasn’t slowed down. He scored a unanimous decision win over Tyson Fury in May 2024, becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the 21st century. At 38, the former cruiserweight king continues to shine with a slick, cerebral style, relentless pace, and the ability to adjust to any opponent. He remains undefeated through 23 bouts.

Dubois, just 27, has undergone a transformation since their first clash. He stunned the boxing world last September by knocking out Anthony Joshua in the ninth round and has racked up four straight wins since. With 21 knockouts in 22 victories, the Brit enters the rematch loaded with power, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. His team insists he’s improved defensively, moves better, and has sharpened his ring IQ.

This fight will shape the current and future landscape of the heavyweight division. Usyk looks to cement his legacy as an undisputed champion in two weight classes. Dubois aims to flip the script in front of more than 80,000 fans on home soil. Both men are ready. The ring will reveal who stays on top.

Coming off a blockbuster weekend in New York City, DAZN, the world’s leading sports and entertainment platform, is continuing its action-packed summer of boxing this week with a doubleheader of championship contests, including a clash of the titans for the undisputed heavyweight championship from London. The fights never stop on DAZN, with over 185 coming to fans this year from the world’s top promoters. 

WBA, WBC, and WBO Champion Oleksandr Usyk steps back into the ring against IBF titleholder Daniel Dubois this Saturday, July 19 in London’s Wembley Stadium live exclusively on DAZN PPV. It is a rematch from their 2023 encounter that saw Usyk win by stoppage in round 9. That bout was not without controversy, as Dubois still claims that his 5th round low blow was a legal punch, which the referee allowed Usyk nearly 4 minutes to recover from. 

Following Usyk – Dubois,  eyes will turn back to the United States for a super-flyweight unification fight with WBC beltholder Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez (21-0) returning to his home state of Texas to take on South Africa’s WBO champion Phumelele Cafu (11-0-3) beginning at 7pm ET.

Below, please find a schedule of all the media activities happening in London this week that viewers can find on DAZN:

• Wednesday, July 16, 11 AM ET: Open Workout Livestream
• Thursday, July 17, 8 AM ET: Press Conference Livestream
• Friday, July 18, 10 AM ET: Weigh-In Livestream
• July, 19, 12:30 PM ET: DAZN Broadcast begins

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A NEW UNDISPUTED heavyweight champion of the world will be crowned on Saturday, July 19 at Wembley Stadium, the home of English football, where unified WBC, WBO and WBA world champion Oleksandr Usyk and IBF world champion Daniel Dubois will fight for all the belts in a historic event on UK soil, broadcast live on DAZN Worldwide and promoted by Hall of Fame promoter Frank Warren for Queensberry and Ready To Fight.

The fighters will come face-to-face at the launch press conference at 2pm on Tuesday, 29 April. Tickets for the blockbuster undisputed clash go on general sale at 12pm on Wednesday, 30 April available from ticketmaster.co.uk.

Fans are encouraged to sign-up for Ticket Alerts to receive the ticket link directly into their inboxes.

Under the sponsorship of Riyadh Season, Usyk and Dubois will now battle to unite all the heavyweight titles for the second time in 14 months, with the previous undisputed clash having taken place in November 1999 when Lennox Lewis defeated Evander Holyfield. 

For Oleksandr Usyk, 38, this fight is an attempt to become the undisputed champion for the third time. The Ukrainian first won this title in cruiserweight in 2018. Later, in May 2024, Usyk subsequently entered into his original undisputed match with WBC champion Tyson Fury in May 2024 and was declared victor via a split decision, before repeating his success with unified honours at stake in December.

For Dubois, it is a rematch of their first meeting in Wroclaw, Poland in August 2023, where his body shot in the fifth round was deemed illegal by the referee and Usyk was afforded over four minutes of recovery time. Deflated by the overrule of his knockdown and ultimately stopped in the ninth, Dubois never agreed with the referee’s decision and has been pushing for a rematch ever since.

Since his Usyk reverse, Dubois, 27, has put together a treble of resounding victories by overcoming the previously undefeated Jarrell Miller and Filip Hrgovic, followed by a Wembley destruction of former unified champion Anthony Joshua.

His IBF Interim title success over Hrgovic was later upgraded to full champion status, with his encounter with Joshua being his first defence of the title. A scheduled second defence against former WBO world champion Joseph Parker in February was called off at late notice due to illness.

Never before has an undisputed heavyweight championship been fought for on British soil and attendance and viewing figure records in the UK and Europe are likely to be shattered on what will be a monumental night for the sport.

“I’m grateful to God for the opportunity to once again fight for the undisputed championship,” said Oleksandr Usyk. “Thank you, Daniel, for taking care of my IBF belt – now I want it back.”

“This is the fight I wanted and demanded and now I get my chance for revenge against Oleksandr Usyk,” said Dubois. “I should have won the first fight and was denied by the judgement of the referee, so I will make no mistake this time around in front of my people at the national stadium in my home city. I am a superior and more dangerous fighter now and Usyk will find this out for himself on July 19. I would like to thank my promoter Frank for making this happen for me and I intend to repay him by becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.”

“I am thrilled to deliver this historic undisputed occasion for Daniel at Wembley Stadium,” said promoter Frank Warren. “It will be an honour to promote a sporting event of this magnitude and a privilege to bring over a champion of the stature of Oleksandr. I would like to thank Oleksandr and his team at Ready to Fight for their great cooperation in making this fight become a reality. I am certain that we will see the best of British both in and outside of the ring, from Daniel and the unrivalled fight fans who will pack out the biggest sporting venue in the country.”

“Both teams have done tremendous work to make this fight a reality. Even more work is waiting ahead, especially for Oleksandr and Daniel themselves. I’m confident no one will be left disappointed,” said Egis Klimas, Oleksandr Usyk’s manager. 

“Thank you to Queensberry Promotions for the cooperation, as well as Riyadh Season and DAZN for their support,” said Sergey Lapin, the CEO of Ready To Fight and Usyk’s team director. “This will not only be a great bout, but also a unique event in terms of entertainment. We are ready to deliver the Undisputed Resolution to all boxing fans worldwide.”

“We are delighted to add Usyk vs Dubois II to the DAZN calendar,” said Michael Ridout, EVP New Business, DAZN. “An already packed fight diary has just got bigger with such an era-defining fight at the home of English Football. Usyk, a nailed-on future Hall-of Famer, puts his legacy on the line against Dubois, a fighter who sees this as an opportunity to right a wrong. I personally cannot wait for this match-up and look forward to showing fans around the World in the build-up, and on fight night, why DAZN is the global home of boxing.”

The fighters will come face-to-face at the launch press conference at 2pm on Tuesday, 29 April. Tickets for the blockbuster undisputed clash go on general sale at 12pm on Wednesday, 30 April available from ticketmaster.co.uk.

Daniel DuBois retained the IBF Heavyweight Title with a stunning fifth round stoppage over former two-time world champion Anthony Joshua in front of 96,000 spectators at Wembley Stadium in London.

Im round one, DuBois foreshadowed of things to come as he landed a perfect right to the jaw that put Joshua down. At the end of round three, DuBois landd a left hand that buckled Joshua bacly into the ropes. DuBois followed up with three more had punches that put Joshua on the deck just before the bell sounded to end the round. In the beginning of round four, DuBois sent Joshua down again when he landed the first right hand of the round that put Joshua down again.

In round five, Dubois landed a perfect right to the jaw that plummeted Joshua on the canvas and the fight was halted at 59 seconds.

DuBois is now 22-2 with 21 knockouts. Joshua is 28-4.

Sheeraz Stops Denny in 2

Hamzah Sheeraz took out Tyler Denny in round two of their 12-round middleweight fight.

In round two, Sheeraz landed a big shot to the temple that put Denny down. Denny got to his feet but the feet was waved off at 2:05

Sheeraz, 196.6 lbs is 21-0 with 17 knockouts. Denny, 159.9 lbs is 19-3.

Buatsi Drops Hutchinson Twice; wins Split Decision and Captures Interim Light Heavy Title

Joshua Buatsi won the WBA Interim Light Heavyweight Title with a 12-round split decision over Willy Hutchinson.

In round five, Buatsi was cut around the right eye from a headbutt. At the end of round six, Buatsi hurt Hutchinson with a hard right that was followed up by a flurry and and then finished off by a right to the body that put Hutchinson on the deck.

Hutchinson had a good round seven, but it was marred by having a point deducted for leading with his head. Later in the round, he was cut over his left eye. In round nine, Buatsi dropped Hutchinson again with a little inside left to the body.

Buatsi landed 264 of 600 punches. Hutchinson was 209 of 556.

Buatsi won by scores of 117-110 and 115-110. A third card was out of wack and gave it to Hutchinson 113-112.

Buatsi, 174.7 lbs of London is now 19-0. Hutchinson, 174.9 lbs of Carstairs, Scotland is 18-2.

Anthony Cacace Decisions Josh Warrington

IBF Super Featherweight champion Anthony Cacace defended his crown in a non-title bout over former featherweight champion Josh Warrington via 12-round unanimous decision.

Cacace landed 127 of 452 punches. Warrington was 107 of 395.

Cacace, 129.8 lbs of Belfast, NI won by scofres of 118-110 and 117-111 twice and is now 23-1. Warrington, 129.8 lbs of Leeds, ENG is 31-4-1.

Josh Kelly Decisions Ishmael Davis

Josh Kelly won a 12-round majority decision over late-replacement Ishmael Davis in a middleweight fight.

Despite being cut over his eft eye in round 11, Kelly won by scores of 115-113, 115-114 and 114-114.

Kelly landed 97 of 331 punches. Davis was 84 of 338.

Kelly, 159.1 lbs of Sunderland, ENG is 16-1-1. Davis, 159.7 lbs of Leeds, ENG is 13-1.

“Conor Benn or a Eubank, get me one of them, 100%.  It might have to be next year, let me heal up.

“They want to box on cards like this, I’ve boxed on this card, let’s make the fight.  I believe I will beat both of them.”

Kalle Sauerland, Global Head of Boxing at Wasserman said: “Of course Liam Smith is still a big fight, so is Conor Benn, Chris Eubank and, potentially, Kell Brook.  

“The Conor Benn fight goes back six or seven years.  Kell Brook was talked about a lot before this fight and we had made the Smith fight, before he was forced out.”

Padley Decisions Chamberlain

Big underdog Josh Padley scored a big upset by scoring a 10-round unanimous decision over hot-prospect Mark Chamberlain in a super lightweight bout.

In round three, Chamberlain was cut around the right eye which was caused by an accidental headbutt. In round four, Chamberlain had another cut opened up around the same eye.

In round eight, Chamberlain landed a big uppercut that was followed by a left hook to the jaw that put Chamberlain on the canvas.

Padley landed 85 of 250 punches. Chamberlain was 80 of 351.

Padley, 139.6 lbs of Dorncaster, ENG won by scores of 96-92 twice and 95-93 and is now 15-0. Chamberlain, 139.9 lbs of Portsmouth, ENG is 16-1.

Follow all the action as Daniel DuBois defends the IBF Heavyweight title against former champion Anthony Joshua in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium

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ROUND 1 Big right from DuBois..Hard Jab…Good uppercut from Joshua…BIG RIGHT AND DOWN GOES JOSHUA

ROUND 2 Hard left tocks Joshua…Jab ]..Good left hook…Right from Joshua

ROUND 3 Right rattles Joshua..Good Jab to the body…Left buckles Joshua into the ropes…Joshua hurt badly as he eats three more hard shots and IS DOWN AT THE END OF THE ROUND

ROUND 4: RIGHT HAND AND DOWN GOE JOSHUA

ROUND 5 Hard right sends Dubois back,,,HUGE COUNTER RIGHT AND DOWN GOES JOSHUA,…HE DOES NOT BEAT THE COUNT

ROUND 2 BIG LRFT AND DOWN GOES DENNY…FIGHT OVER

Round 1:Good right from Hutchinson

ROUND 2: Good right from Buatsi...Uppercut

ROUND 3 Right from Buatsi..

ROUND 4 Good Jab and solid left from Buatsi..Good right..Good right to the body..Uppercut from Hutchinson…Good right..Right…

ROUND 5 Buatsi landed a right hand and left hook…Buatsi cut around the right eye…Solid jab from Buatsi

ROUND 6 Quick left hook from Hutchinson..Big right from Buatsi..Good jab..BIG COMBIUNATON AND DOWN GOES HUTCHINSON

ROUND 7 Good right from Buatsi…7 punch flurry by Hutchinson…HUTCHINSON DEDUCTED A POINT FOR LEADING WITH HIS HEAD..Jabs snapping Hutchinson head back,,,Good left from Hutchinson…Good right hook…Hutchinson bleeding around his left eye.  Good right from Buatsi

ROUND 8 Good left from Hutchinson…Left…Big right from Buatsi and big uppercut rocks Hutchinson…Good right…Left from Hutchinson

ROUND 9 Left from Buatsi…Huge shot rocks Buasti…Combination from Hutchinson…Right from Buatsi…BIG BODY SHOT AND DOWN GOES HUTCHINSON

ROUND 10 Left hook from Hutchinson…Big right from from Buatsi…

ROUND 11 Good left to the body from Buatsi..Hutchinson lands a combination..Nice left hook from Buatsi…Left from Hutchinson

ROUND 12 Right and left from Hutchinson..3 rights…

Round 1 Left from Cacace..Right on the inside…
Round 2 Right from Warrington…Body work..Right
Round 3 Uppercut from Cacace
Round 4 Big right from Cacace…Right from Warrington..Good jab from Cacace..Nice Uppercut..
Round 5 Cacace lands an uppercut…Big Right..Body shot from Warrington
Round 6 Left from Cacace
Round 7 Body shot from Cacace…Right uppercut
Round 8 Left hook from Warrington..Big left from Cacace…
Round 9 Body shot from Cacace…Good body shot from Warrington…
Round 10 Nice uppercut on the inside from Cacace
Round 11 Nice body work from Warrington…Good right from Warrington
Round 12 

118-110, 117-111 twice for Cacace

Round 1: Good left hook from Kelly..Jab
Round 2 Right from Davis…Flurry from Kelly
Round 3 Right to body from Kelly
Round 4 Jab from Kelly…Right…Jab from Davis…Another Jab..Right from Kelly
Round 5 Kelly Boxing and moving
Round 6 Counter right from Kelly...
Round 7 Kelly lands a straight left..Combination
Round 8 Counter right from Davis…Right from Kelly…1-2…
Round 9 Right from Kelly…
Round 10 Lead right from Kelly..
Round 11 Kelly cut around the left….
Round 12 Good Right from Davis…Big Uppercut…Kelly trying to hang on

Round 1 Left from Chamberlain..Padley lands a combination…
Round 2 Left from Chamberlain…Jab..
Round 3 Right on Inside from Padley…Chamberlain Cut around the right eye (caused by headbutt)
Round 4 Another cut around the same eye on Chamberlain…
Round 5 Good flurry from Padley…Left from Chamberlain…Big left from Padley…
Round 6  Left from Chamberlain..Good left
Round 7 Left from Chamberlain…Straight left…
Round 8 UPPERCUT AND LEFT AND DOWN GOES CHAMBERLAIN…
Round 9 Left from Padley
Round 10 Big left from Chamberlain

95-93, 96-92 TWICE FOR PADLEY

Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman:

“Good evening everyone and firstly thank you of course to his Crown Prince and His Excellency Turki Alalshikh for the vision really. I think everybody felt that Riyadh Season would be in Riyadh, and it’s been just under a year now since we began boxing in Riyadh Season and the change that we’ve seen in the sport already has been quite phenomenal.

“We didn’t expect to see events in Los Angeles and to see events in London. This one is very special. It’s the record, it’s 96,000 I think at a time that British boxing needs a shot in the arm. It’s a shot in the arm that’s been provided time and time again by this man to my right.

“I know he’s not a fan of plaudits but you have to give them to him because we’re all very proud of the way he has carried himself since the Olympic gold medal. Every fighter in the country today has benefited off the rise and the performances and most importantly the behaviour of Anthony Joshua. He’s been a role model, he’s inspired boxing frpm top to the bottom level of the grass roots of the game. 

“Personally on Saturday I can’t wait. I think His Excellency is going to look around and see one of the greatest nights British boxing has ever seen. Two dangerous British Heavyweights fighting for a World Title.

“Saturday will be special. A three-time Heavyweight Champion, something Muhammad Ali and Lennox Lewis achieved. Joshua is focusing on the performance but legacy awaits. I’ve never seen him so calculated and so confident.”Frank Warren, Queensberry Promotions Chairman:

“We are going to see something special. For me, there’s nothing better than two Brits in a competitive fight.

“I believe Daniel will show what he is about. I’ve believed in him from day one. He’s come through trials and tribulations and is going to keep that belt.

“He will prove he is the IBF champion.

“We’ve got a new kid on the block. This kid can fight, he can punch. He’s got mobility, he’s fast and he’s a good finisher.

“Dubois is a bigger puncher than AJ and one thing is for sure – don’t blink in this fight.

“I believe this Heavyweight fight will be Britain’s Hagler-Hearns – that’s how exciting it’s going to be.”Anthony Joshua:

Asked about how he is feeling..

“It’s a blessing to be back again and to prove to my team and everyone that I’ve done the right things in camp.

“It’s good to be back. I’m ready to rumble and remind everyone what I’m capable of.”

On facing Dubois..

“We’ll find out [what Dubois has to offer]

“I can’t say. I’m not Daniel. All I can do is focus on myself.”

“I showed Daniel and his team the respect they deserve through fight camp and that will stand me in good stead on Saturday.

“I’m tough and so is he.

“May the best man win. Good luck to Daniel and his team.

“One thing I said when I started boxing was that I wanted to bring British Heavyweight boxing back and I think I’ve done that.”On sparring rumours..

“He cracked me with a great shot and it’s my chance to get him back on Saturday. I’m looking forward to it. We’ve sparred hundreds of rounds.”

Asked how he wins the fight..

“I could win in a variety of ways. I’m not depending on punch power. It takes a lot more than that to be a great fighter. I’ve got the fighting spirit and that’s how I’ll break him down, with my spirit.”

Asked about the chance to be a three-time World Champion..

“The accolades come later. I’ll be back home on Sunday eating the same breakfast, putting laundry in the basket and going to the same local gym.

“I’m a competitive person and I’ve got competition to deal with on Saturday.”

On the face off incident during the launch press conference..

“You should never let anyone take an inch because they’ll end up taking a mile, you know what I mean Dan?”

On how he will feel when making the ringwalk..

“Many greats have walked it before, the undercard will walk it and I’ll feel like everyone else.

“When I step into the ring, that’s when I switch on and I’m ready. I’m not interested in the ringwalk, that’s just getting to the location to do my job.

“Once I’m in the ring I’ll be ready. 110%.”Daniel Dubois:

Asked about rumours of an issue with his coach Don Charles who has been absent during fight week..

“As long as he’s in my corner on fight night then I’ll be alright. Everything is good.

“Everything’s gone well, training camp’s gone brilliant. Let’s go!”

Asked about why he wanted to face Joshua..

“It’s a resurrection story of my career. I want the big challenges, to make a name for myself and to make history.”

“I need to retain this World Title. It’s a great thing to have but I need to legitimise myself by winning this fight.”

On sparring rumours..

“It was sparring. Now we’re fighting, this is different.

“Move on.

“I’m ready to go and ready to fight.”Pressed on how he wins the fight..

“I’m not predicting anything.”

On how it will feel walking out in front of 96,000 at Wembley..

“Like I’ve taken it many times before, this time it’s just a bigger stage so the energy will be higher.”

Joshua vs. Dubois tops a blockbuster night of action in Wembley, Birmingham’s Tyler Denny (19-2-3, 1 KO)defends his EBU European Middleweight Title against Ilford’s Hamzah Sheeraz (20-0, 16 KOs),Belfast’sIBF Super-Featherweight World Champion Anthony Cacace (22-1, 8 KOs)meetsLeeds’former two-time Featherweight World Champion Josh Warrington (31-3-1, 8 KOs)inan electric 130 pounds match-up, Sunderland’s Josh Kelly (15-1-1, 8 KOs) takes on late replacement Ishmael Davis (13-0, 6 KOs) at Middleweight, Croydon’s Joshua Buatsi (18-0, 13 KOs) and Scotland’s Willy Hutchinson (18-1, 13 KO) clash for the interim WBO Light-Heavyweight World Title and Portsmouth Lightweight Mark Chamberlain (16-0, 12 KOs) puts his undefeated record on the line againstYorkshire’s Josh Padley (14-0, 4 KOs).

Fight week ramped up a gear in London this evening as Anthony Joshua, Daniel Dubois and all of the Riyadh Season Card Wembley Edition undercard fighters went through their paces at the Public Workout held at the OVO Arena Wembley. 

Former two-time unified Heavyweight World Champion Joshua and current IBF Champion Dubois clash in a huge all-British Heavyweight World Title showdown this Saturday at Wembley Stadium, shown live on DAZN. 

This is what the fighters had to say:

Anthony Joshua:

“Exactly. Being on the big stage. They’re the boys and girls from my boxing club so we’re in local town and I thought I’d bring them down.”

How much does it mean to you to be able to do that for them?

“Everything. It’s what it’s all about, opening doors for people, like people open doors for me as well.”

What are you making of the set up in here?

“There’s a fight here happening tonight right? Ten out of ten. Three fights happening tonight. It’s ten out of ten. I feel like I’m in the ring ready for my fight as well. It feels good. Canvas feels good. Size is good. I just need to get my wraps on and my gloves and I could fight today.”

Three days out, how are the emotions now?

“There’s no emotion. No emotions. I’m just here. I’m just here.”

What are you expecting from the rest of the fight week?

“More media, more talking. More training most importantly. And walking into the ring in front of 96,000 people ready to show people my gladiatorial spirit.”

Daniel Dubois:

What do you make of the set up today?

“It’s great. It’s good. I’m ready to fight so I’m in a good place at the moment.”

What do you use the open workout for?

“It’s all part of the pre-fight ritual. I’m going through the motions and just building up my energy for Saturday.”

How high is your confidence just three days out from fight night?

“I know I need to go to another level at my very best. I can’t wait for the challenge on Saturday. I’m ready to fight, let’s go!

There’s been talk of you looking a bit heavier than previous fights, would you say that’s correct?

“I’m not sure. Honestly, I’ve just worked hard in the gym. I’ve suffered and worked really hard for weeks and months so I’m just ready to fight now.”

Are you going to stick around to watch AJ’s workout?

“Who knows. You might catch me at ringside.”

A final word to the supporters who have come out today.

“Tune in you guys. It’s going to be a great fight on Saturday.”

Anthony Cacace:

“Listen, Joe was a great champion, and I was a massive underdog heading into that fight. I showed what I was all about. I’ve had these fights, I’ve won the British Title and IBO. Styles make fights and Joe’s style was perfect for me. Josh Warrington’s is even better.”

Has becoming a World Champion changed your mentality?

“I definitely haven’t lost my desire or my hunger. I’m a fighter. I’ve been a fighter from almost nine years of age. I’m fulfilled as in I’ve made a dream come true. I’ve secured a house for my three children and that’s the main thing. I want more. I don’t want to get this title and pass it on. I want to secure legacy for me in Belfast. I’m the only World Champion from West Belfast at the minute, and I think from Ireland. I want to do everyone proud back home.”

You haven’t had it all your own way..

“I’ve had nothing my own way. I’ve had to get into mandatory spots to fight for British Titles, every title I’ve had I’ve had to work and beg for. So now I’m the champion I don’t have to call anybody out. These fights are coming, and I know they’re all top fights. Josh Warrington is a great fighter – two-time World Champion. I don’t believe any of the crap that’s been said about him – he’s over the hill and things like that. His last two performances were good, he just fell short. That’s boxing.”

“I’m a lot bigger than him. I think that style suits me down to a tee.”

Josh Warrington:

“I’ll be honest with you Ade; this is the first time I’ve had a ring walk for a public workout. Normally it’s a shopping centre in Leeds or a market in Leeds, but it’s no different whatsoever once you’re in there. If anything, a lot of the shows I normally when I’m in Leeds, I just want to stay and entertain anyone who’s come by. They might have taken 20 minutes out of lunch to come and watch me, so I want to just stay and do some pads and things like that. But today, everyone isn’t here for me – they’re here for the full show. When I’m in Leeds, everyone is there for me but it’s the full show tonight. In and out – easy.

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you see Cacace?

“He’s got a decent beard! I’d like to see what his face looks like without a beard. I saw him 12 weeks ago and he was quite fuller in the face. Now, I can’t really tell too much, I can see he’s dropped weight a bit, but the beard is hiding it quite a bit.”

On moving up in weight..

“It’s a hell of a difference and something that I should have done years ago. It’s all in hindsight isn’t it.

“I’m not just here to take part. I’m not going to go all Conor McGregor now but, it’s not even so much for the belts. It’s for the names and my legacy. Obviously my last fight ended in a loss. No matter how good I was boxing it was still a loss. I don’t want to end it like that, and I still want to go to America. We’ve already had that conversation with Eddie. After that, I don’t know – just entertaining fights. Once I start dipping, I’ll walk away.”

Thoughts on the IBF not sanctioning the fight for the World Title

“I am disappointed. Two-time IBF Featherweight World Champion. Six IBF World Title fights for them. I understand their policies, regulations and all this stuff, but some of these organisations get involved with YouTubers. Come on. They’ve earned a lot of money out of me with sanctioning fees over the years on different shows. For whatever reasons, they just wouldn’t change the goalposts here after already giving the green light. That’s what I can’t work out.”

Josh Kelly:

How great is it to being weighing 160 pounds for this fight?

“Ah bro. When I was 147, I was taking 14 or 15 pounds off on the morning of the weigh-in. If people look at my results down there, a lot of it has been… I’ve worked a little bit; I haven’t worked a little bit… I had to preserve my energy because when you’re taking that much weight off, you’re not there on the night. You can’t do that and then fight 12 rounds. 154/160 – it’s suited us down to a tee. I’ve never lost any speed, I’ve got more power, my gas tank is full. I can go 12 rounds moving, 12 rounds fighting. I think he’s in for a hard night.

“With my style I only really need to be in a position to punch maybe four or five times a round. Light them up and I can do what I want. Or if they’re pressing me into that position where I have to work, I’m clever enough to be able to work inside, nick a shot or two. I’m stronger than people think when I’m inside. People don’t think I’m that strong but I’m able to… I’ve been sparring with Joshua Buatsi. I can’t be sparring with Joshua Buatsi if I’m not strong.

“I rate Ishmael. I rate him. He switches. I rate him but I know what I’m going to do. I feel as though I’ve been mentally ready for this for months now. He’s come in at the last minute and of course he’s going to feel full of confidence. Of course anyone would want to jump at a fight on this card at the last minute. He’s got his team around him saying we can win this; we can do this. He’s never been on these big stages yet. I know he’s going to perform. I know he’s going to come out and do his thing but when you’ve got someone like me to prepare for for six days, I’m an absolute nightmare.”

Ishmael Davies:

“Listen this is my profession, I’m always in shape all year round. Sometimes I have a little break, four days off, but I’m always in the gym.

“It just went simple and fast. I was watching the Canelo fight, so I stayed up a bit late. I went to bed; my phone was buzzing off. Sunny rang me and he was like, ‘Yo, you’ve got the Josh Kelly fight, do you want to fight?’, and I just said yeah. Straight away, I was just like, ‘come on then’. I said, ‘when?’, six days – let’s do this man. I love a challenge. If you want to prove yourself in something, what better chance do I have than this? I’m not here to make up the numbers. Do you know what it is yeah? I believe I’m going to the top of the sport, and this is a chance for me to showcase my skills on a higher level against a better opponent that’s going to make me better. Me and him both beat Troy (Williamson). I believe I battered Troy more but let’s see what happens on Saturday.  

“No issue with the weight. Obviously when you’re not trying to make championship weight, you’re always coming in a little bit heavier. I am a Super-Welterweight, but on Saturday night I’m a Middleweight. In terms of sparring where I’ve learnt most of my experience – because obviously I had no amateurs – I’ve been in there with everyone. Everyone! And do you know what it is? Nobody has got a bad word to say about me. I’d be surprised if I gave anyone a bad word to say against me on Saturday.”

Joshua vs. Dubois tops a blockbuster night of action in Wembley, Birmingham’s TylerDenny (19-2-3, 1 KO) defends his EBU European Middleweight Title against Ilford’s HamzahSheeraz (20-0, 16 KOs), Belfast’s IBF Super-Featherweight World Champion Anthony Cacace (22-1, 8 KOs) meets Leeds’ former two-time Featherweight World Champion Josh Warrington (31-3-1, 8 KOs) in an electric 130 pounds match-up, Sunderland’s Josh Kelly (15-1-1, 8 KOs) takes on late replacement IshmaelDavis (13-0, 6 KOs) at Middleweight, Croydon’s Joshua Buatsi (18-0, 13 KOs) and Scotland’s WillyHutchinson (18-1, 13 KO) clash for the interim WBO Light-Heavyweight World Title and Portsmouth Lightweight Mark Chamberlain (16-0, 12 KOs) puts his undefeated record on the line against Yorkshire’s Josh Padley (14-0, 4 KOs).

Former two-time unified Heavyweight World Champion Anthony Joshua and current IBF Champion Daniel Dubois made their Grand Arrivals earlier this evening at Leicester Square in the West End of London ahead of their blockbuster all-British World Title showdown at Wembley Stadium this Saturday, shown live worldwide on DAZN.

This is what the fighters and promoters had to say:

Anthony Joshua:

“It’s really a blessing. It’s a big blessing. We’re the most important thing for people right now so they’re all here coming out to have a good time with us. It makes me feel important.

“Nah not at all because I’ll never forget, I started boxing late, so I used to, well I still do, look up to a lot of people. I can put myself on the other side of the fence. I’ve been on the other side of the fence. I haven’t always been on the red carpet. I always understand now I’m on the red carpet, how to treat people. I’m never going to turn my nose up at people. That’s just not my style.

“Massive. It doesn’t feel it at the minute because I’m still in like training camp. On Saturday I’m going to be standing behind a curtain and they’re going to say, ‘Anthony – ten seconds’, and I’m going to walk out into the stadium and I’m going to feel that energy. That’s when it gets real. At the minute we’re still hours away so I’m chilled out.

“Me mentality is, if I draw a line and put fear on one side, and confidence on the other, but I’m still going into the ring – what one am I going to choose? I’m confident. I believe in myself, and I think that’s the right mentality to have.

“100% I’ve never had a red carpet in my life. This is a blessing. They’re doing big things. It’s good that we’re doing joint ventures together now. I’ve been in Saudi, it’s good to be home. It’s not small, they’ve made it massive. I’m fighting a Queensberry Promotions fighter as well so it’s a new age for boxing – a golden era if you ask me. I hope that the next generation coming through can benefit from all of this as well. It’s not just about our generation.”

Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman:

“I do rank as AJ’s number one fan. He’s a friend, I know how hard he’s worked over the years. We’ve had our highs and our lows, and to see him make history as a three-time Heavyweight Champion would be an incredible moment for him and we’d be very proud. We’re also aware of the challenge. I think most people believe AJ is the favourite in the fight but Daniel is a very live underdog. He’s dangerous, he punches very hard. It will be interesting to see how he can deal with the occasion and the emotion on the night. But like Frank said, anything can happen in this fight and that’s the beauty of the Heavyweight division. That’s why 96,000 people will be crammed into Wembley Stadium for an incredible undercard. We’ve also got Josh Warrington against Cacace, another Queensberry vs. Matchroom line-up. Despite the 10-0 defeat, I kind of feel like AJ vs. Dubois carries 20 points, so we must win this one on Saturday.”

Daniel Dubois:

“I’m feeling good, confident. I’m just relaxed and soaking it all up. Soaking up the energy, it’s good.

“I’m just going to feed off of that energy and build it up. I can’t wait for it. It’s my time. I’m ready for it.

“You guys are going to see that this is my time. I’m the man. I need to go out there and legitimise it. I’m the champ.

“Yes, by any means necessary. Victory – that’s it.”

Frank Warren, Queensberry Promotions Chairman:

“I’m excited. I think we’ve got a fabulous show on Saturday night. It’s going to be an all-action fight. They’re both massive punchers, it won’t go the distance but it’s going to be really exciting while it lasts. This is huge. 96,000 people, that’s all you need to know. It’s the biggest attendance ever in Europe for a fight. That says it all. That’s how it should be as well. It’s a tremendous card, Wembley special Riyadh Season – it’s an unbelievable completive fight card with great great fights all the way through. Don’t blink, every fight is going to be an absolute barnstormer – every one of them. It’s fabulous, I mean look at it – everyone has come out for it. This is what it’s all about. It’s big-time boxing, it’s boxing at the highest level. Eddie and I couldn’t put a card together like this, because of the fact that it’s being sponsored and put together in association with Riyadh Season. It makes it work. It’s been an unbelievable year for boxing.”

Anthony Cacace:

“I’m feeling great. I’m feeling great. Look around, this is unbelievable. It’s just great to be a part of this Riyadh Season again. I’m just buzzing.

“Listen, favourite means absolutely nothing. I know Josh, he’s a great fighter and I know he’s going to bring the heat, but I just believe I’m the better fighter and it’s my time.

“Well to fight a big name like Josh is great. He’s had fights with the likes of Frampton, Selby and all these big fighters in the past. I would like to get my revenge for a couple of the Irish fighters. Saturday night I plan on doing that.

“Yeah no doubt, no doubt (that his fight will be fight of the night). I know the style that Josh brings, and I know what I bring. So yeah, I do believe that it’s going to be the best fight of the night. Tune in.”

Josh Warrington:

“It’s an honour to be part of such a spectacle, such a big show. Like you say, I’ve done many many big shows up in Leeds – arenas and stadiums, but this is another level.

“All of that doesn’t matter. What it comes down to is me and the man in front of me. I’ve got experience in being in big shows but it’s just about me and Anthony and that’s all I’m focused on at the minute.

“I think throughout my career the chips have always been stacked against me for whatever reason, but when my back is against the wall it seems to bring the best out in me.

“I went into the last fight, even though I came away on the wrong side of the fight, it was a fight that I was dominating. This one, people might be overlooking me a little bit but I’m fully focused and I know I’ve got enough to get the W.
“I can’t cry over spilt milk, but I probably should have done it a few years ago (moved up in weight). These extra few pounds, it might not sound like a lot to a lot of people but I feel absolutely fantastic. It’s the best I’ve felt in a long time.

“I think so (that the fight is going to steal the show). We’ve been respectful throughout the build-up. I’ve got a lot of respect for Anto, and his team have been very good. We’re going to prove that you don’t need to trash talk or talk absolute bollocks. It’s all about letting the fists do the talking. I think we’re both going to deliver on Saturday night.”

Josh Kelly:

“I’m feeling blessed, grateful. Seeing the turnout, the UK do it properly man. I can’t wait to perform in front of these fans.

“I just switched off to be honest. As soon as the opponent thing happened, I just switched off. I have my phone to my team, switched off social media and locked in. Obviously I’m still on the card so I’m very grateful. I’m grateful for the guy taking the fight as well, so it’s all good.

“He’s a solid guy. He looks solid. I think he’s going to bring the same sort of thing that Liam was. Liam likes to come, make it rough and put pressure on. I think Ishmael is going to try the same thing, so I’m fully prepared for the night and I can’t wait. It’s showtime.”

Ishmael Davies:

“I’m feeling good man, I’m feeling ready. I belong here and I’m going to show it on Saturday. I’m always ready, and ‘BP’ don’t get tired. Listen, six days’ notice but I believe in myself, so let’s get it on.

“This is a massive opportunity for me. It’ll change not only my life but my kids’ lives, so I won’t be taking it lightly.

“Nah this is massive man. I’m grateful. This is amazing isn’t it. But listen, it’s all about the fight. This is nice, but it’s about the fight, getting the fight done and getting the win. Saturday night it’s on.”

Joshua vs. Dubois tops a blockbuster night of action in Wembley, Birmingham’s TylerDenny (19-2-3, 1 KO) defends his EBU European Middleweight Title against Ilford’s HamzahSheeraz (20-0, 16 KOs), Belfast’s IBF Super-Featherweight World Champion Anthony Cacace (22-1, 8 KOs) meets Leeds’ former two-time Featherweight World Champion Josh Warrington (31-3-1, 8 KOs) in an electric 130 pounds match-up, Sunderland’s Josh Kelly (15-1-1, 8 KOs) takes on late replacement IshmaelDavis (13-0, 6 KOs) at Middleweight, Croydon’s Joshua Buatsi (18-0, 13 KOs) and Scotland’s WillyHutchinson (18-1, 13 KO) clash for the interim WBO Light-Heavyweight World Title and Portsmouth Lightweight Mark Chamberlain (16-0, 12 KOs) puts his undefeated record on the line against Yorkshire’s Josh Padley (14-0, 4 KOs).

A monumental fight week in London got underway this evening as two-time Heavyweight World Champion Anthony Joshua and newly-crowned IBF ruler DanielDubois went head-to-head in front of the iconic Tower Bridge ahead of their huge all-British World Title showdown at Wembley Stadium this Saturday, shown live on DAZN. 

‘AJ’ returns to the UK after securing impressive back-to-back stoppages against Otto Wallin and Francis Ngannou on the road in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the former unified Heavyweight king has a chance to become a three-time World Champion should he dethrone his compatriot Dubois in front of a sell-out crowd this weekend. 

Wembley Stadium is happy hunting ground for the 34-year-old from Watford, having secured three knockout wins from three fights at the famous stadium. He made short work off Matt Legg on the undercard of the blockbuster rematch between bitter rivals Carl Froch and George Groves back in 2014, stopping Legg inside the opening round. 

Joshua produced the performance of a lifetime to claim the WBA crown against modern legend Wladimir Klitschko in an unforgettable battle in front of a post war record crowd of 90,000 at England’s national stadium in April 2017, before returning to fight under the iconic arch a year later as he defended his World Titles against Alexander Povetkin.

Speaking to Matchroom Boxing, Joshua said: “It’s another day for me. We’re going to do some media stuff. Spirits are good actually. I’ve prepared for this so it’s not taking time out of my schedule. It fits in well. It’s another day, another lion in the jungle. It’s another lion ready to hunt. It’s just another day for me. 

“Preparation is everything. If you prepare you’re relaxed because you’ve taken yourself there physically, you’ve taken yourself there mentally and you truly believe in yourself. I’m good.”

When asked what it would mean to him to become a three-time Heavyweight World Champion, Joshua insisted that his sole focus was on putting in another memorable performance with his new training team headed up by Ben Davison out of the BD Performance Centre in Harlow, Essex. 

“I’m not looking that far ahead because that’s just the icing on the cake. I’ve said to myself, precisely, performance is the most important thing for me. Mentality is the most important thing for me. All of the other stuff will follow that. 

“Three-time, I’ve done it once I’ve done it twice – nothing has really changed and I’ve had to work extremely hard to improve my performance so I’m fully focused on my performances. That’s what will bring me all the glitz and glam and glory.”

Dubois heads into his highly-anticipated showdown with Joshua coming off the back of a career-best win over Croatia’s Filip Hrgovic on the Queensberry vs. Matchroom card last June. The pair know each other well having shared rounds of sparring in Sheffield, and Joshua is confident that he will have too much experience for his younger rival. 

“50% better than what I’ve seen, but I’m well-prepared physically and mentally. I think the fans will be in for an entertaining night for sure. There’s only one way and I know exactly what I’m going to do. I’m not leaving it up to ‘any way’, I know exactly what I’m going to do and I know exactly what I’ve got to do and I’ll do it.” 

Matchroom Sport Chairman Eddie Hearn has been at Joshua’s side every step of the way of his extraordinary career since the London 2012 Olympic Champion joined the professional ranks with the Essex based promotional powerhouse in 2013, and the megastar was full of praise for the man who guided him to unified World Titles in boxing’s glamour division. 

“Yeah it’s been massive,” said Joshua. “It’s been massive for my development in and out of the ring. In the ring it’s been sensational, even throughout the times that haven’t been so good – but what a story it is. The man knows boxing as well. To speak to him outside of actual competing and business, talking about boxing in general – it’s helped me develop. I met Eddie when I was probably, what, 20? 21? I’m now 34, going to be 35 next month, so it’s been a long journey and a fruitful one as well for both of us.”

Joshua vs. Dubois tops a blockbuster night of action in Wembley, Birmingham’s TylerDenny (19-2-3, 1 KO) defends his EBU European Middleweight Title against Ilford’s HamzahSheeraz (20-0, 16 KOs), Belfast’s IBF Super-Featherweight World Champion Anthony Cacae (22-1, 8 KOs) meets Leeds’ former two-time Featherweight World Champion Josh Warrington (31-3-1, 8 KOs) in an electric 130 pounds match-up, Sunderland’s Josh Kelly (15-1-1, 8 KOs) takes on late replacement IshmaelDavis (13-0, 6 KOs) at Middleweight, Croydon’s Joshua Buatsi (18-0, 13 KOs) and Scotland’s WillyHutchinson (18-1, 13 KO) clash for the interim WBO Light-Heavyweight World Title and Portsmouth Lightweight Mark Chamberlain (16-0, 12 KOs) puts his undefeated record on the line against Yorkshire’s Josh Padley (14-0, 4 KOs).

FRIDAY 23 AUGUST, 2024: His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chariman of the General Entertainment Authority, has announced that all General Admission tickets for the Riyadh Season Card at Wembley Stadium on Saturday 21 September, headlined by the IBF World Heavyweight Championship fight between Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua, have now been sold.

A limited number of Platinum and Hospitality tickets remain available for the all-British showdown as Dubois looks to defend his IBF title for the first time against two-time former world heavyweight champion Joshua.

The Riyadh Season Card showpiece in London features a total of six all-British fights as well as a special performance by legendary frontman Liam Gallagher.

Full card:

Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois – IBF Heavyweight title
Anthony Cacace vs Josh Warrington – IBF Super-Featherweight title
Joshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson – WBO interim Light-Heavyweight title
Tyler Denny vs Hamzah Sheeraz – Middleweight
Liam Smith vs Josh Kelly – Light-Middleweight
Mark Chamberlain vs Josh Padley – Lightweight

Riyadh Season Card Wembley Edition is also available to purchase on Pay Per View through DAZN, Sky Sports and TNT Sports.

Saudi Arabia, June 26, 2024: HE Turki bin Abdulmohsen Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), has today confirmed the full Riyadh Season Card to be staged on Saturday September 21 at Wembley Stadium headlined by a heavyweight bout between two-time unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and new IBF interim heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois.

Tickets go on general sale at noon on Friday 28 June from TicketMaster.co.uk

In a statement to mark this occasion, Alalshikh said: “We are pleased to bring two of the world’s current best heavyweight fighters together in their home city of London and at Wembley Stadium, a historic venue for boxing. We know it will be another exciting contest, complemented by a great undercard of fights, and we look forward to giving British fans and visitors to London the opportunity to experience a Riyadh Season event just a matter of weeks before we officially launch the 2024 Season in Riyadh in October.”

The headline attraction is one of six all-British fights confirmed to take place at the iconic Wembley Stadium, which will feature a special guest music act with further details to follow.

Among the matchups, two-time world featherweight champion Josh Warrington returns to world title action by going up against the current super featherweight world champion Anthony Cacace. Hamzah Sheeraz, who recently secured a knockout victory against Austin Williams during the hugely successful 5vs5 fight night in Riyadh, will take on European middleweight champion Tyler Denny.

Former British Olympian Josh Kelly will face former WBO super welterweight champion Liam Smith while the undefeated 2016 Olympic bronze medallist and British light heavyweight Joshua Buatsi will go into battle for the WBO Interim world championship by taking on Willy Hutchinson, who impressed at Kingdom Arena after claiming an impressive points victory over Craig Richards on the 5vs5 card.

WBA Intercontinental champion Mark Chamberlain is also set to feature on the card against undefeated fellow British lightweight Josh Padley.

Frank Warren, Chairman of Queensberry Promotions, said: “Riyadh Season lands in London with the most spectacular and gripping event ever to be witnessed in this country. On September 21, British fight fans and fans tuning in across the world will be treated to a British version of the quality of shows that are now a hallmark of Riyadh, headlined by what promises to be a breathtaking clash of the big hitters between the new IBF Interim world champion Daniel Dubois and the former unified champion Anthony Joshua. The undercard is simply unprecedented, with Willy Hutchinson being rewarded for his magnificent display on the 5vs5 with a shot at the WBO Interim light heavyweight title against fellow British contender Joshua Buatsi in what is a huge opportunity for both fighters. Hamzah Sheeraz going up against European title holder Tyler Denny following Hamzah’s exploits in Riyadh last time out is another fight I can’t wait to watch. Anthony Cacace defending his super featherweight world titles against former featherweight world champion Josh Warrington promises to be all-out warfare. Liam Smith taking on Josh Kelly will be a classic confrontation at super welterweight and a clash between the old guard and the new.”

Eddie Hearn, Chairman of Matchroom Boxing, said: ‘AJ is back at the National Stadium on what will be a blockbuster event. Riyadh Season comes to London and we are confident this will be a historic night full of opportunity for the fighters and drama for fans around the world’

Tickets go on general sale at noon on Friday 28 June from TicketMaster.co.uk

This London fight night represents the second Riyadh Season Card to be staged outside of Saudi Arabia, with the first taking place overseas in Los Angeles on August 3 as Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov compete for the WBA and WBO Interim World Super Welterweight title.

Oleksandr Usyk defended the IBF/WBA/WBO Heavyweight titles with a ninth round stoppage over Daniel DuBois in Wroclaw, Poland.

The fight was tactical early with both guys holding back a little. In round five, DuBois landed a right hand on the belt that sent Usyk to the canvas. Referee Luis Pabon ruled that the fight was below the belt and gave Usyk several (extra) minutes to recuperate.

That proved to be pivotal as it allowed Usyk to regroup and begin to dominate at the fight. In round eight, Usyk floored DuBois with a combination to the head. Usyk had total control of the bout, and then landed a short right hook to the head that put DuBois down for a second time. Dubois looked at Pabon as he counted to 10 and the bout was over.

Usyk of Ukraine is now 21-0 with 14 knockouts. DuBois of England is 19-2.

By Norm Frauenheim –

Oleksandr Usyk is going into a fight against Daniel Dubois while talking about Tyson Fury.

If that sounds confusing, it is.

Then again, this is the heavyweight division, often as exasperating as it is entertaining.

“I need him,’’ Usyk (20-0, 13 KOs) said of Fury in an interview with the BBC just a week before risking his heavyweight titles against Dubois (19-1, 18 KOs) Saturday (ESPN+, 5 pm ET/2 pm PT) in Wroclaw Poland, not far from Usyk’s war-torn home in the Ukraine.

Usyk is right, of course. No showdown with Fury leaves Usyk with an incomplete resume. At 36, there’s not much time left for Usyk to punctuate his career with the fight that could define a legacy. He wants to be remembered.

“People will talk about our fight for 20, 30, 40 years,’’ he said. “We need to fight.’’

The division, boxing’s old flagship, needs them to fight, too. But the inability to put together a deal is a many-layered sign that the unpredictable Fury just isn’t interested. He’s been there before. He came roaring back with a memorable trilogy against Deontay Wilder. The third fight was wild, a violent five-knockdown epic a couple of years ago.

Then, it was a celebration of what the heavyweight division was.

And still can be.

The inherent power was there. So, too, was the danger, the risk to both Fury, the winner, and to Wilder, the loser left on the canvas in an exhausted, broken heap midway through the eleventh. Loser and winner, each paid in ways still impossible to imagine.

Since then, Wilder has fought once, scoring a quick KO of Robert Helenius Now, he says he’s in talks with Anthony Joshua, who seems to be in a perpetual search to re-discover the guy who retired Wladimir Klitschko in April 2017.

Fury has fought twice, first scoring a sixth-round stoppage of Dillian Whyte and then a 10^th-round TKO of Derek Chisora. Both were as predictable as they were forgettable.

Now, Fury, still the World Boxing Council’s champion, has an off-beat bout scheduled with MMA power striker Francis Ngannou on October 28 in Saudi Arabia. Ngannou will have Mike Tyson in his corner. But none of Evander Holyfield’s skill will be there.

For Fury, it’s another chance at some sports-wash money. It’s also a way to avoid another bout that would likely include a further toll, a physical price hard to calculate. Fury has said he suffered a couple of concussions against Wilder. Fury, of course, says a lot of things. He’s a lousy-lounge act. But the concussions are believable. Fury-Wilder 3 was a concussive fight for both.

Usyk, the best cruiserweight champion ever, is an undersized heavyweight, especially by today’s NBA-like standards. But his skillset is comprehensive and disciplined. The mindset is a mix, both fearless and clever. Combine skill and mind, and Usyk represents a real test of what’s left of Fury.

It’s not clear Fury wants to take that kind of risk anymore. He’s talked retirement. He even insisted that he was retired in 2022. That lasted for a few weeks. It was funny, but it also suggests he’s not sure whether he still wants to fight.

In part, that might explain why Usyk and Fury couldn’t agree to a 50-50 purse split for a fight in London. Usyk has three of the belts; Fury has one. Fifty-fifty sounds fair. But Fury reportedly demanded the lion’s share. When he didn’t get it, he cracked jokes, insults and then scheduled one of those awkward MMA-boxer bouts for money big enough to be a Phil Mickelson wager.

Usyk promoter Alexander Krassyuk told Boxing Social he will continue to pursue a fight with Fury. That, of course, hinges on an expected Usyk victory over Dubois. Usyk was at 220.9 pounds and Dubois at 233.2 at Friday’s weigh-in.

Krassyuk is confident the money will be there, probably in Saudi Arabia. But Fury’s willingness to risk belts, body and brain once more?

“That’s the only thing pending,’’ Krassyuk said. “If he’s ready, then he’s ready.

“If he’s not, then there’s nothing we can do about it and no money in the world can buy his consent.”

WROC?AW, Poland (Aug. 24, 2023) —  Ukraine’s unified WBA/WBO/IBF world champion, Oleksandr Usyk (20-0, 13 KOs), puts his heavyweight hardware on the line against London’s Daniel Dubois (19-1, 18 KOs) this Saturday, Aug. 26 at Tarczy?ski Arena Wroc?aw in Wroclaw, Poland.

Usyk will make the second defense of his unified crown after moving up to heavyweight in 2019 following a historic run to the undisputed cruiserweight championship. Usyk defeated reigning champion Anthony Joshua by unanimous decision in September 2021 and prevailed by split decision last August in their rematch. Dubois has won four fights by stoppage since a TKO loss to countryman Joe Joyce in 2020.

Usyk-Dubois will stream live and exclusively in the U.S. on ESPN+ as a special one-fight broadcast starting at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT. Ring walks are expected shortly thereafter.

At Thursday’s press conference, this is what the fighters had to say:

Oleksandr Usyk

“My preparation is all good. We did a lot of work with swimming. We played football. We danced.” 
 
“I’m grateful to my team, my family, my wife. I’m grateful to my country and to Ukrainian soldiers.”

Daniel Dubois

“I’m ready. I’ve suffered through training camp. I’ve done all of that. I’m ready now. I’ve prepared. I’ve left no stone unturned. I’m ready. I’m confident. I’m ready to go right now.”

Saturday, August 26

ESPN+ (5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT)

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois, 12 rounds, Usyk’s WBA/WBO/IBF Heavyweight World Titles 

(Aug. 23, 2023) — Ukraine’s WBO/WBA/IBF heavyweight world champion, Oleksandr Usyk, will defend his collection of belts against England’s Daniel Dubois this Saturday, Aug. 26 at Tarczy?ski Arena Wroc?aw in Wroclaw, Poland.
 
This is the second title defense for pound-for-pound great Usyk (20-0, 13 KOs), who moved up to heavyweight in 2019 following a historic run to the undisputed cruiserweight championship. Usyk toppled reigning champion Anthony Joshua by unanimous decision in September 2021, then prevailed by split decision last August in their highly anticipated rematch. Dubois (19-1, 18 KOs) has won four fights by stoppage since a 2020 TKO defeat to countryman Joe Joyce.
 
Usyk-Dubois will stream live and exclusively in the U.S. on ESPN+ as a special one-fight broadcast starting at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT. Ring walks are expected shortly thereafter.
 
Usyk-Dubois kicks off a marathon fight day on the ESPN family of networks. The action then turns to Oklahoma for the undercard of the Jared Anderson-Andriy Rudenko heavyweight main event at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa. ESPN+ will stream undercard bouts beginning at 6:50 p.m. ET/3:50 p.m. PT. A slew of undefeated prospects will be in action, including Brooklyn-born featherweight phenom Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington (8-0, 5 KOs) in an eight-rounder, Tulsa-born heavyweight Jeremiah Milton (10-0, 7 KOs) taking on Craig Lewis (15-6-1, 8 KOs) in an eight-rounder, and middleweight Nico Ali Walsh (8-0-1, 5 KOs) against Sona Akale (7-1, 4 KOs) in a six-rounder.
 
The action moves to ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+ at 10:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. PT for a heavyweight doubleheader, as Anderson (15-0, 14 KOs) returns less than two months removed from his triumphant Toledo homecoming to fight Rudenko (35-6, 21 KOs) in a 10-round clash. In the 10-round co-feature, top contender Efe Ajagba (17-1, 13 KOs) looks to topple unbeaten southpaw Zhan Kossobutskiy (19-0, 18 KOs).

VERO BEACH, FL (August 18, 2023) – Undefeated super lightweight prospect Ziyad “Zizo” Almaayouf (3-0, 1 KO) is excited to step back into the ring as he awaits his upcoming bout against Janos Penzes (2-4, 1 KO) of Budapest, Hungary. The 6-round bout is scheduled to take place on August 26, 2023, as part of the undercard for the much-anticipated clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois, taking place at the Tarczy?ski Arena in Wroclaw, Poland.

Training out of Vero Beach, Florida, Almaayouf has been honing his skills under the watchful eye of renowned coach Buddy McGirt. His journey to date boasts an unblemished record. Making him a rising star to watch in the super lightweight division. Promoted by Skill Challenge Promotions, Zizo is ready to perform on the international stage.

“I’ve been waiting for this moment to step back into the ring. Make more history for Saudi Arabia and continue my journey in the world of professional boxing,” Zizo stated. “I’ve been training harder than ever with Buddy McGirt. We have a great gameplan in place and I’m in tip top shape. The opportunity to be part of the Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois card is an honor and I’m ready to give fans a stellar performance as always!”

Amer Abdallah, Director of Boxing Operations at Skill Challenge Promotions expressed his confidence in Ziyad’s abilities. “Ziyad is coming into this fight with a lot of confidence. I know he’s been dedicated to his training program and I’m happy with his progress. All the sparring and training with Buddy and his stable of fighters has made Zizo a better fighter. Fighting on this card will give him great exposure and we are excited about his future.”

The upcoming fight presents a chance for Zizo to make a statement as he continues his ascent in the boxing world. Fans can expect to see the best version of Ziyad when he steps into the ring on August 26 in Wroc?aw, Poland.

SYRACUSE, NY (August 16, 2023) — Rising super lightweight prospect Bryce Mills (12-1, 4 KOs) is set to return to the ring when he faces off against Damian Tymosz (7-2-1, 4 KOs) of Lublin, Poland. The 6-round bout is scheduled to take place at the Tarczy?ski Arena in Wroclaw on August 26, 2023. The fight will serve as a thrilling undercard attraction to the main event featuring Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois.

Hailing from Syracuse New York, Mills, a popular figure in his community, is ready to showcase his skills on the international stage. He’s determined to travel overseas to secure a monumental victory against a fighter in his native land.

“I’ve been training vigorously for this opportunity, and I’m ready to showcase my abilities on the international stage,” Mills stated. “Tymosz is a strong opponent, he’s fighting at home, but I’m here to prove that I belong among the best in the world. I’m grateful to my team at Home Team Management for their continued support, and I’m excited to put on a show for the fans. I’m determined to bring home a victory to my fans in Syracuse.”

Amer Abdallah, Mills’ advisor, shared the excitement surrounding this pivotal moment in Mills’ career. “Bryce Mills is one of the most exciting up-and-coming superstars who has the potential of being one of the hottest prospects in Boxing. I’m thrilled to have him on this tremendous stage and massive global event for him to showcase his skills to the world”

Filip Hrgovic plans to be at ringside in Poland to watch Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois fight for the world title after cementing his position as the mandatory challenger for the IBF belt.

El Animal stopped Demsey McKean in the 12th round on Saturday night, at the 02 Arena in London to confirm that he will be next in line for a shot at the winner of Usyk and Dubois.

Croatian hero Hrgovic moved to 16-0 with his thudding TKO of the brave McKean and instantly turned his attention to his shot at the IBF world title.

The 31-year-old says he will attend Usyk vs Dubois on August 26 and hopes the winner “follows the rules” and fights him next.

Hrgovic said: “I hope it happens, I should fight Usyk next, I deserve that.

“I will go there to watch that fight from ringside. I see Usyk as the big favourite to win that fight because he is quicker and he is a really good fighter, but Dubois is a good puncher, a big guy with a straight right hand, so you never know.

“My message is: follow the rules and the winner should fight me next.”

Hrgovic had to bide his time against a tough McKean but after landing a heavy right hook in the final round, the referee stepped in at 1:01 to call the contest off.

Hrgovic added: “I am satisfied and the fact that he held a lot, that made the fight a little bit ugly. The referee should have given him at least one point deduction. He was holding too much, but he’s a good fighter, brave and was really well prepared. But I was controlling the fight and was winning most of the rounds.

“I thought I was going to knock him out in the first six rounds but he did very well. He’s a decent fighter. I was surprised that he took some good shots and kept coming and throwing punches.”

(July 18, 2023) – Ukraine’s unified WBA/WBO/IBF heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk will defend his titles against WBA mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois on Saturday, August 26 at Tarczy?ski Arena Wroc?aw in Wroclaw, Poland.
 
Usyk, a 36-year-old southpaw who hopes to become the undisputed king in a second weight class, will spend Ukrainian Independence Day weekend putting his belts on the line against London’s hard-hitting Dubois.
 
Promoted by K2 Promotions, in association with Queensberry, Usyk-Dubois and undercard bouts will stream live and exclusively on ESPN+ in the United States starting at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT.  
 
Usyk (20-0, 13 KOs), a two-time Olympian and 2012 gold medalist, ended his amateur career with a record of 335-15. He turned pro in 2013 and secured the WBO cruiserweight world title in September 2016 by defeating Krzysztof Glowacki. In 2018, he became the undisputed cruiserweight champion in the World Boxing Super Series, claiming the WBC title against Mairis Breidis in January and the WBA and IBF belts from Murat Gassiev in July. He defended his crown with an eighth-round TKO against Tony Bellew in November before moving up to heavyweight with a seventh-round stoppage victory against Chazz Witherspoon in October 2019. After a decision win over Derek Chisora in October 2020, Usyk defeated unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua to become unified champion the following September. Usyk returns after defeating Joshua in their August 2022 rematch. 
 
Dubois (19-1, 18 KOs) started his career in the paid ranks in April 2017 with a first-round TKO against Marcus Kelly. He went 15-0 with 14 knockouts in his first three years as a pro before suffering his first setback, a 10^th-round stoppage loss to Joe Joyce in November 2020. Since then, he’s won four straight, including a fourth-round knockout against unbeaten American contender Trevor Bryan. The 25-year-old slugger is coming off a third-round TKO win against Kevin Lerena last December. 
 

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