Oleksandr Usyk Vs Daniel Dubois - Heavyweight Championship Oleksandr Usyk Vs Daniel Dubois
On July 19, 2025, Wembley Stadium in London will host one of the most anticipated boxing events in recent memory: a rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois for the undisputed heavyweight championship. This high-stakes bout will see Usyk attempt to reclaim the IBF title and become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era since Lennox Lewis in 1999.
The two fighters first met on August 26, 2023, at Stadion Wrocław in Poland. Usyk emerged victorious, retaining his WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, IBO, and The Ring titles via a ninth-round stoppage. However, the bout was clouded in controversy due to a punch from Dubois in the fifth round, which was ruled a low blow by the referee. While Dubois and many observers contested the decision, Usyk was allowed time to recover and eventually secured the win.
After that fight, Usyk vacated the IBF title to pursue a unification bout with Tyson Fury, whom he defeated in May 2024 to become the undisputed heavyweight champion. Meanwhile, Dubois rebounded by defeating Filip Hrgovic, earning the full IBF title, and then delivered a career-defining knockout victory over Anthony Joshua later that year.
Following his win over Fury, Usyk accepted Dubois’ challenge for a rematch. Originally scheduled for July 12, the bout was moved to July 19 to avoid competing with another major boxing event in New York. Both fighters are entering the rematch with immense motivation: Usyk, now 38, is looking to recapture the IBF title and cement his legacy; Dubois, aged 27, aims to prove he’s the top man in the division and settle unfinished business.
This rematch is pivotal not only for the careers of both fighters but also for the legacy of heavyweight boxing. A win for Usyk would solidify his reign as one of the greatest heavyweights of the modern era. A victory for Dubois would mark a stunning upset and make him the new undisputed king of the division. With Wembley Stadium expected to be packed and tickets in high demand, this clash promises to deliver drama, action, and historic significance. The Usyk vs Dubois rematch is shaping up to be a defining event in the sport, underlining boxing’s global reach and the enduring appeal of heavyweight championship glory.