Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez has placed a hefty $500,000 bet on Oleksandr Usyk to win his upcoming heavyweight bout against Daniel Dubois. The fight will take place on July 19 at Wembley Stadium, marking the second time these two boxers will face off in the ring.
Canelo's confidence in Usyk stems from the Ukrainian's impressive track record over the past five years. The boxing superstar explained his reasoning:
"In the last five years, Usyk has beaten the best. Oleksandr has very strong stamina; he is very technical and intelligent. When I see someone with that kind of concentration, I support him. That's why I made a big bet on his victory. Oleksandr, go for it!"
Usyk enters the fight as the clear favorite. He stopped Dubois in their first encounter last year, though that bout included a controversial low blow. Since then, Usyk has secured a crucial victory over Tyson Fury, further cementing his status as a top heavyweight. A win against Dubois would give Usyk the opportunity to become a two-time undisputed champion, potentially sealing his legacy in boxing history.
Despite being the underdog, Dubois shouldn't be counted out. The British challenger has shown significant improvement under new trainer Don Charles. Dubois outpointed Jarrell Miller and stopped Filip Hrgovic to earn his first world title, the IBF belt. These recent developments make Dubois a serious contender with real possibilities of pulling off an upset.
The boxing community has reacted with surprise to Canelo's large wager, and the debate over who will emerge victorious has intensified. As the fight approaches, fans and experts alike will be watching closely to see if Canelo's bet pays off or if Dubois can overcome the odds and dethrone the champion.
