Anthony Joshua is gearing up for a monumental fight this Saturday night as he looks to reclaim the IBF world heavyweight title from Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium. After facing back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk, Joshua has staged an impressive comeback with victories in his last four bouts. Now, the 34-year-old is determined to solidify his return to the top of the heavyweight division by taking on Dubois this weekend.
Dubois, who previously held the IBF interim belt, has been on a remarkable rise in the ranks and secured the heavyweight championship after Usyk vacated the title earlier this year. With 21 wins out of his 23 fights, including impressive victories over Filip Hrgovic and Jarrell Miller, the London native is set to defend his title against Joshua in what promises to be a highly anticipated showdown.
The much-anticipated fight is scheduled to take place this weekend, so here’s everything you need to know about the bout, including the date, time, undercard lineup, odds, and ring walks.
### When and Where is Joshua vs Dubois Fight Happening?
The showdown between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois is set for Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium. The event is set to kick off at 4pm with a thrilling undercard before the main event is expected to commence around 9:45pm.
### How to Watch Joshua vs Dubois Fight?
Boxing fans can catch all the action live on DAZN pay-per-view, with the fight available for £19.99. Additionally, Sky Sports will be broadcasting the fight for £19.95 for Sky Customers until midnight on Friday, September 20, after which the cost will increase. TNT Sports Box Office will also be airing the fight on platforms like discovery+, EE TV, and Prime Video, priced at £19.99.
### Fight Purse Value and Earnings
Both Joshua and Dubois are set to earn substantial paydays for their bout. Joshua is reported to have a guaranteed purse of £6 million, with the potential to earn up to £25 million depending on pay-per-view sales. On the other hand, Dubois is expected to take home a guaranteed purse of £3.5 million, with the possibility of earning up to £10 million based on pay-per-view sales.
### Undercard Matchups
The undercard for the Joshua vs Dubois fight features exciting matchups, including Mark Chamberlain vs Josh Padley at lightweight, Ishmael Davis vs Josh Kelly at middleweight, Joshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson for the interim WBO light heavyweight title, Anthony Cacace vs Josh Warrington for the IBF super featherweight title, and Tyler Denny vs Hamzah Sheerez for the European middleweight title.
### Joshua and Dubois Records
Anthony Joshua boasts an impressive record of 28 victories, with 25 of them coming by way of knockout, out of his 31 fights. His most recent defeats were against Oleksandr Usyk and Andy Ruiz in 2019. On the other hand, Daniel Dubois enters the fight with 21 wins, 20 knockouts, and just two losses.
### Odds for Joshua vs Dubois Fight
The odds for the Joshua vs Dubois fight stand at Joshua to win at 1/5, Joshua to win by KO at 2/5, and Joshua to win by decision at 5/1. Meanwhile, Dubois is listed at 3/1 to win, 9/2 to win by KO, and 10/1 to win by decision. The odds for a draw are set at 20/1.
In conclusion, the upcoming Joshua vs Dubois fight promises to be a thrilling battle between two heavyweight contenders vying for supremacy in the division. With both fighters looking to secure victory and cement their place in boxing history, fans can expect a night of intense action and unforgettable moments at Wembley Stadium.