The boxing world is buzzing with a bold prediction from heavyweight legend Lennox Lewis, who has declared that Oleksandr Usyk’s reign as undisputed champion is over. Lewis boldly claims that Daniel Dubois will not only defeat Usyk in their highly anticipated rematch on July 19 at Wembley Stadium but will also expose what he calls a “lie” surrounding their first encounter. This explosive statement has ignited debates and set the stage for one of the most dramatic showdowns of the year!

Lewis’ Explosive Prediction

Lennox Lewis, the last British undisputed heavyweight champion before Usyk claimed the title, has thrown his weight behind Dubois. Speaking recently, Lewis asserted that Dubois has the tools to end Usyk’s dominance. “Usyk’s time is up,” Lewis reportedly said. “Dubois will end him and expose the lie that kept Usyk in that first fight.” The reference to a “lie” harks back to the controversial August 2023 bout, where Dubois floored Usyk with a body shot that was ruled a low blow, allowing Usyk time to recover before stopping Dubois in the ninth round.

Since that defeat, Dubois has transformed into a formidable force, notably with a thunderous fifth-round knockout of Anthony Joshua in September 2024, retaining his IBF title. Lewis believes this resurgence, coupled with Dubois’ newfound confidence, will lead to a stunning upset. “He’s seen Usyk’s weakness,” Lewis added, suggesting Dubois will exploit that vulnerability without mercy.

The Build-Up to the Rematch

The rematch, scheduled for July 19 at Wembley Stadium, pits Usyk—holder of the WBC, WBA, and WBO belts—against Dubois, the current IBF champion. Usyk, who became the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lewis by defeating Tyson Fury in May 2024, vacated the IBF belt to enforce a rematch clause with Fury, paving the way for Dubois’ rise. Now, with all four belts on the line, the stakes couldn’t be higher.