By In a dramatic prelude to their upcoming bout, Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois were reportedly separated during a heated moment before their press conference. The clash for the IBF world heavyweight title is set for September 21 at Wembley Stadium, with live coverage on Sky Sports Box Office.
The vacancy of the IBF belt by Oleksandr Usyk has opened the door for Joshua to reclaim a world title, provided he can overcome Dubois, who has been promoted from interim to full champion status.
Joshua’s journey back to the top of the heavyweight division follows two losses to Usyk, who recently secured the undisputed world champion title by defeating Tyson Fury. Dubois, too, has bounced back from a defeat to Usyk, previously holding a WBA title.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, described the altercation as “spicy,” indicating that a comment from Dubois during a face-off escalated tensions, leading to the intervention.
Dubois, dubbed the “king-slayer,” is determined to dethrone Joshua, expressing his readiness to face and defeat the best. Joshua, focused on the fight, acknowledges the competitive nature of the heavyweight division, emphasizing the importance of a successful training camp and performance on fight night.
Both fighters are confident in their abilities, with Dubois eager to prove himself against Joshua, and Joshua intent on maintaining his dominance in the ring. The anticipation for this heavyweight title fight is building, with both boxers preparing to let their fists speak for them in the ring.
