Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois are set for a heavyweight rematch at Wembley Stadium this July. The fight gives Usyk a chance to become a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion.
Terence Crawford, a two-weight undisputed champion himself, has made his prediction clear. During an interview on Ring Champs with Ak & Barak, Crawford said, "Usyk, hands down." He doubled down on this prediction ahead of his own fight with Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez, stating, "Usyk. It was a low blow. Usyk going to win."
Crawford's confidence in Usyk stems from their previous encounter in August 2023. Usyk won that fight with a 9th round stoppage, but it wasn't without controversy. In the 5th round, Dubois landed a punch that sent Usyk to the canvas. The referee ruled it a low blow, giving Usyk time to recover. This decision sparked debate in the boxing world.
Despite the controversy, Dubois, known as 'DDD', has shown impressive form since that loss. He's racked up a string of knockout victories against tough opponents like Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic, and even Anthony Joshua last September. Dubois was set to face Joseph Parker in February but had to withdraw due to illness.
Usyk, pushing 40, will face a younger, in-form Dubois in this rematch. The Ukrainian's experience as a two-weight undisputed champion (at cruiserweight and heavyweight) will be put to the test against Dubois' renewed confidence and power.
The stage is set for an exciting rematch. Will Usyk's skill and experience prevail as Crawford predicts? Or will Dubois' recent form and youth turn the tables? Boxing fans will have to wait until July to find out.
