Eddie Hearn, the promoter for Anthony Joshua, is confident that Joshua will have the opportunity to face Daniel Dubois in a rematch following their recent bout. Joshua, 34, suffered a knockout in the fifth round against Dubois, 27, during their match at Wembley Stadium, resulting in Joshua missing out on the IBF world heavyweight title.
After the fight, which took place in front of a crowd of 96,000 at the iconic venue, Hearn expressed his belief that Joshua would activate the rematch clause. He noted that while Joshua would need some time to recover, he remains determined to reclaim his status, despite recognizing the risks associated with fighting a confident Dubois.
Hearn praised Dubois for his impressive performance, stating that he deserves full credit for his victory. Meanwhile, Dubois’ promoter, Frank Warren, expressed interest in having Dubois fight Oleksandr Usyk, who is set to face Tyson Fury again in a rematch this December. Warren believes that Usyk is currently considered the best heavyweight in the world and that Dubois proved he could challenge him during their previous encounter.
Dubois himself expressed willingness to take on any opponent, referring to his recent success as part of his redemption journey. He emphasized his determination to reach his full potential in the sport.
In response to his fourth career loss, Joshua acknowledged Dubois’ performance and conveyed his appreciation for the support he received from the crowd at Wembley. He maintained a professional demeanor, promising to respect his opponent despite his disappointment.