WHETHER he agrees to a rematch or goes in a different direction, Daniel Dubois’ fifth-round knockout of Anthony Joshua has certainly left the 27-year-old in a significantly stronger position.
Dubois’ victory allowed him to climb the Boxing News rankings, moving from sixth to third place in our world top 10. Only two men remain ahead of Daniel: Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, who will meet in a rematch on December 21. Usyk had already beaten Dubois, by ninth-round stoppage in a 2023 Polish affair.
However, given Dubois’ success since that night, mixed with the endless low blow controversy, followed by victories over Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic and now Joshua, the big hitter would be keen to take a chance on a second effort. If Usyk were to defeat Fury, sure. If Fury wins, depending on the circumstances, then a third fight could be on the table, leaving the best of the rest to fight among themselves for scraps under the table.
Anthony Joshua’s resounding defeat saw him fall to Zhilei Zhang and Joseph Parker, the latter being a heavyweight he has already beaten. Zhang also lost to Parker, but would be considered a handful for anyone. The Chinese southpaw is rumored to be set to agree to a clash with another heavyweight beast in the form of Boxing News’ number 10 ranked heavyweight, Martin Bakole.
Rising Agit Kabayel, who has discussed a possible upcoming fight against Joseph Parker, is seventh, aiming for a top-five finish. Deontay Wilder (#9) and Filip Hrgovic (#8) are clinging to their respective places for the moment.
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