Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois face off in a highly anticipated all-British heavyweight clash.
Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois are set to face off in a compelling all-British heavyweight clash.
Joshua, a two-time world champion and global boxing icon, is looking to continue his resurgence after reclaiming his reputation as a knockout artist.
With four wins in 11 months, Joshua has re-established himself as one of the top heavyweights, as he attempts to achieve his third reign as world champion.
On the other side stands Dubois, a rising star with his own share of ups and downs. Having suffered setbacks against Joe Joyce and Oleksandr Usyk, Dubois has rebounded to claim the IBF heavyweight title, showcasing resilience and determination. With his reputation stronger than ever, the 27-year-old is eager to prove himself on the biggest stage.
As we await this fight between two powerful forces in British boxing lets take a look at who is the favourite to win this bout.
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Who is the favourite to win, Joshua or Dubois?
Bookmakers have made Anthony Joshua the clear favorite for his clash against Daniel Dubois, listing him at 3/10 with Betfred, while Dubois is priced at 7/2 with Paddy Power.
Joshua’s odds reflect his resurgence in heavyweight boxing, marked by dominant performances over Robert Helenius, Francis Ngannou, and Otto Wallin.
This bout is crucial for Joshua, offering him an opportunity to reclaim the IBF title and possibly set up a unification fight with Tyson Fury.
However, Dubois, despite the longer odds, brings significant potential to the ring. His impressive victories against Jarrell Miller and Filip Hrgovic highlight his ability to challenge the best, making this a compelling matchup with a chance for an upset.
Joshua vs Dubois: Time, Ring Walks & Where to Watch
Anthony Joshua will clash with Daniel Dubois on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium, marking Joshua's return to the iconic venue for the first time since 2018.
The event, part of the Riyadh Season, will be broadcast live in the UK on DAZN’s pay-per-view service, Sky Sports Box Office, and TNT Sports Box Office.
Anthony Joshua Next Fight
The victor of the Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight will face the winner of the highly anticipated rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, scheduled for December.
Promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that this bout will serve as a gateway to unifying the heavyweight titles, with all four major belts potentially up for grabs.
Usyk had previously vacated the IBF title, which Joshua now contests, following his clash with Fury.
Should Joshua emerge victorious, he would likely seek to solidify his position as a top heavyweight by facing the winner of the Fury-Usyk rematch, marking a potential clash for the undisputed heavyweight championship.
Daniel Dubois Record
Daniel Dubois has a professional record of 21 wins and 2 losses, with 20 victories coming by knockout.
His recent fights highlight a strong comeback after initial setbacks. Following a defeat to Joe Joyce in 2020 and a stoppage loss to Oleksandr Usyk in 2022, Dubois demonstrated significant improvement.
In December 2023, he stopped Jarrell Miller in the 10th round, and on June 1, 2024 Dubois faced Filip Hrgovic for the interim IBF title. Dubois won by a 10th-round stoppage, delivering a punishing performance that left Hrgovic with severe facial injuries.
These victories have solidified Dubois’s reputation as a top heavyweight contender, setting him up for this high-profile fight against Anthony Joshua.
Anthony Joshua Record
Anthony Joshua boasts a distinguished fight record of 28 wins and 3 losses, with 25 victories by knockout.
He first gained prominence with a knockout win over Charles Martin in 2016 to claim the IBF heavyweight title.
Notably, Joshua defeated Wladimir Klitschko in a thrilling bout at Wembley in 2017 to become a unified champion.
Recent years saw setbacks, including losses to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021 and 2022. However, Joshua has rebounded with a four-fight winning streak, including emphatic knockouts of Robert Helenius and Francis Ngannou, demonstrating his resurgence and readiness to reclaim heavyweight supremacy against Daniel Dubois.
