Martin Bakole has confidently weighed in on the upcoming heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, set to take place on September 21 at Wembley Stadium. This highly anticipated bout will see the two British titans vying for the IBF heavyweight title, with Dubois recently being elevated to full world champion status after Oleksandr Usyk vacated the belt.

Having sparred with both Joshua and Dubois, Bakole’s insights carry significant weight. He firmly believes that Joshua’s experience and technical prowess will see him triumph over Dubois. “Joshua is too good for Dubois and more experienced. He has a technique and a big heart,” Bakole told talkSPORT.com.

Bakole didn’t mince words when assessing Dubois’ capabilities, suggesting that Dubois lacks the heart needed for such a high-stakes fight. “Daniel doesn’t have a big heart so as soon as he starts landing the big beautiful punches, he will give up,” Bakole asserted.

Bakole has shared the ring with both men, giving him a unique perspective on their abilities. He claims to have stopped Dubois twice during sparring sessions and described giving Joshua a tough time as well. “I gave them all a hard time. I stopped Daniel Dubois twice, stopped Joe Joyce and Joshua oh, that was a big one, he was hurt that day,” Bakole stated.

Despite acknowledging Dubois’ potential to land powerful punches, Bakole remains steadfast in his prediction that Joshua’s experience and boxing IQ will prove decisive. “For experience, for boxing style, for his brain, I think he is a little bit higher than Dubois,” he concluded.

As the fight approaches, Joshua opens as the favorite, a sentiment echoed by Bakole’s assessment. The upcoming clash at Wembley promises to be a defining moment for both fighters. For Joshua, it’s a chance to reclaim his former glory, while Dubois seeks to solidify his status as a world champion.

Martin Bakole’s prediction adds another layer of intrigue to an already highly anticipated bout. With his firsthand experience in the ring with both fighters, his insights suggest that fans should expect a display of technical skill and heart from Joshua, while Dubois will need to overcome his perceived deficiencies to emerge victorious. As the date draws near, the boxing world eagerly awaits to see which heavyweight will rise to the occasion.