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Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley heavyweight rematch

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WBO heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley are scheduled for a rematch on 17 October 2026 at London’s O2 Arena in Greenwich. The bout is promoted by Queensberry Promotions. The rematch follows Dubois’s 11th-round TKO victory over Wardley on 9 May 2026 at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester. During that initial encounter, Wardley secured two early knockdowns but was ultimately overcome by Dubois’s technical precision and jab. Wardley has since exercised a contractual rematch clause, a decision that has prompted debate regarding the physical toll of the previous fight. Former heavyweight Dave Allen suggested the timing might be hasty, noting that while Wardley showed ‘great spirit’, the immediate return may not be in his best interest. Dubois enters the contest with a record of 23-3, including 22 knockouts, while Wardley holds a record of 20-1-1 with 19 knockouts. Dubois enters the rematch as a significant favorite, bolstered by recent victories over Filip Hrgovic and Anthony Joshua. He is noted for a high-pressure fighting style and a strong physical presence. Wardley is expected to provide a challenging contest through his ability to navigate chaotic brawls. Analysts have highlighted the unpredictable nature of domestic heavyweight bouts, noting that betting odds for a draw reflect the volatile stylistic matchup between the two fighters. Dubois has previously dismissed expectations that Wardley will successfully adapt his tactics, characterizing him as a ‘one-dimensional fighter’ who relies on heavy, looping punches rather than a consistent jab. ~~Dubois maintains confidence that he will have an answer for Wardley’s style once again.~~

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