In a historic turn of events in the world of boxing, Anthony Joshua is set to go head-to-head with fellow Briton Daniel Dubois for the prestigious International Boxing Federation (IBF) heavyweight belt on September 21 at Wembley Stadium in London. This highly anticipated match comes after Oleksandr Usyk was forced to vacate the IBF belt, making way for Joshua and Dubois to seize the opportunity to make a mark in the ring.
Following Usyk's decision to face Tyson Fury in a rematch in December, the Ukrainian had to relinquish his title, leaving Dubois as the new interim IBF heavyweight champion. With a record of 21-2, including an impressive 20 knockouts, Dubois expressed his determination to dethrone the long-reigning King, Joshua. In response, Joshua, with a record of 28-3 and 25 knockouts, acknowledged Dubois as a worthy opponent and vowed to train rigorously for the upcoming bout.
Despite the age difference, Joshua brushed off concerns, emphasizing that both fighters are in their peak condition and ready to deliver a spectacular performance. With a mutual respect for each other's abilities, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown at Wembley Stadium. The winner of this highly anticipated match could potentially earn a shot at the undisputed champion, further adding to the stakes in this battle of British heavyweights.
Promising an action-packed event, the undercard will feature five exciting bouts, including title matches for the IBF super-featherweight and WBO interim light-heavyweight titles. Promoters hailed the event as one of the most stacked cards in British boxing history, with the spotlight firmly on Joshua and Dubois as they prepare to make history in the iconic Wembley Stadium.
As the anticipation grows and the countdown to September 21 begins, boxing fans around the world eagerly await the clash between these two formidable fighters, ready to witness a spectacle that could redefine the landscape of heavyweight boxing.