Unified Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine will defend his titles second against another Brit, Daniel Dubois, one year after defeating Anthony Joshua in their championship rematch. Dubois, the WBA mandatory challenger, will attempt to become the first man to defeat Usyk. The Brit, famous for punching power, has eighteen knockouts from nineteen wins. Usyk is the massive favorite in the early odds.
BOXING: Heavyweight Championship (WBA, WBO, IBF, IBO)
Venue: Tarczynski Arena, Wroclaw, Poland
Where to watch: PPV (TNT)
Date: 27.08.2023. 0.00
Oleksandr Usyk
Last year, the former undisputed Cruiserweight champion defeated Anthony Joshua via a split decision to retain his unified world titles. The 36-year-old is regarded as the best heavyweight boxer in the world alongside Tyson Fury; following speedy domination of the Cruiserweight division, Usyk moved up to Heavyweight and quickly dethroned Anthony Joshua to become the new unified champion. With a record of 20-0 and thirteen knockouts, the Southpaw has competed in nine world title fights. The 2012 Olympic heavyweight champion hopes that a win here will help finalize the clash with Tyson Fury for the undisputed heavyweight crown.
Tale of the tape
- Age: 36
- Height: 6’ 3”
- Reach: 78”
- Record: 20-0
Daniel Dubois
Daniel “Dynamite” Dubois is the former British and Commonwealth Heavyweight champion. The Londoner, who enjoyed a lengthy amateur career before turning professional in 2017, has held the WBA (Regular) heavyweight title since July 2022. Dubois, who holds a 95% knockout-to-win percentage, is known for his powerful punches. Currently on a four-fight winning streak, “Dynamite’s” only defeat was a 2020 loss to Joe Joyce. Although Dubois landed the more powerful punches, Joyce was able to cause him damage to the eye socket from behind his jabs.
Tale of the tape
- Age: 25
- Height: 6’ 5”
- Reach: 78”
- Record: 19-1
Betting Odds
The Sportsbooks heavily favor Oleksandr Usyk. Over 7.5 is priced at 1.72 odds on Bet365, with the under at 2.00. Usyk to win by decision is priced at 3.75 odds on Betway. The champ to win by KO is available at 4.5 on 1XBET and by TKO at 1.909 odds.