Frank Warren has made bold claims about his fighter, Daniel Dubois, stating that Dubois punches harder than Anthony Joshua and will knock him out in their upcoming fight. The promoter is confident that fans will witness a major upset on September 21 at Wembley.
Warren, who has represented Dubois since his pro debut, is certain that his fighter’s power surpasses that of Joshua. “I think he’s a bigger puncher than AJ, I really do,” Warren declared on talkSPORT. “He’s the younger guy [at age 26], AJ’s 34. Most heavyweights don’t reach their primes until they’re in their 30s, but this young man’s really done well.”
Dubois has faced significant challenges in his career, including a broken orbital bone in a fight against Joe Joyce, which led to heavy criticism. Despite these setbacks, Dubois has shown resilience, bouncing back to stop two undefeated fighters in his last two bouts. His determination and ability to overcome adversity have impressed many in the boxing community.
The upcoming bout between Joshua and Dubois is set to be a major event. Dubois was recently upgraded to IBF champion, meaning Joshua will be challenging for the belt on September 21. The fight, which will take place at Wembley, is part of the Riyadh Season, a cultural event promoting activities in Riyadh, with boxing being one of the key beneficiaries.
“It will be a packed house,” Warren explained. “This is the Wembley edition of the Riyadh Season, it’s there to promote what happens in Riyadh and thankfully boxing’s benefiting from that.”
Both fighters are known for their powerful punches and effective jabs, setting the stage for an exciting clash. Warren is confident in Dubois’ abilities, stating, “My man Daniel is really finding himself, he’s matured not just physically, but mentally now.”
Talks have circulated about a potential future match between Joshua and Tyson Fury. However, Warren firmly believes that this will not happen, as he predicts Dubois will knock Joshua out, effectively ending any speculation of a Joshua-Fury showdown.
With Dubois gaining momentum and Warren’s unwavering confidence in his fighter, the stage is set for an explosive fight on September 21. Boxing fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see if Dubois can deliver the knockout blow and cement his place as one of the top heavyweights in the sport.
