Their first encounter in August 2023 ended with Usyk stopping Dubois in the ninth round. But that fight wasn't without its share of drama. The referee called a potential knockdown a low blow, sparking controversy and setting the stage for tonight's rematch.
Chris Eubank Jr shared his thoughts on the upcoming fight. He believes the outcome will hinge on mental preparation.
"I think it will come down to who's mentally more prepared to tough this fight out. I'm interested to see what happens."
Eubank Jr pointed out that both fighters showed some mental weakness in their last bout. Usyk took a three-minute break after a controversial shot, while Dubois crumbled under pressure afterward.
The stakes are high for both boxers. Usyk, the current champion from Ukraine, could become the first two-time undisputed heavyweight champion in the four-belt era. Dubois, fresh off a big win against AJ, has the chance to become the first British fighter to claim the undisputed heavyweight title in the same era.
But there's more to this story than just the fight. Eubank Jr revealed in an interview with TalkSport that Usyk apparently thought Conor Benn won their recent fight. This claim left Eubank Jr in disbelief.
"I can't imagine that he watched that fight and thought that Conor Benn won. I landed twice as many punches. If that's the truth, then I'm rooting for Dubois because that's crazy."
As the clock ticks down to the opening bell, fans are eager to see how this rematch will play out. Will Usyk cement his legacy, or will Dubois pull off an upset? The boxing world waits with bated breath for the answer.