Dubois Dominates Wardley Retains WBO Title
PUBLISHED Oct 17, 2026, 8:03 PM ET
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Daniel Dubois reaffirmed his status as Britain’s leading heavyweight by delivering a devastating second‑round stoppage of Fabio Wardley at the O2 Arena. The 29‑year‑old floored Wardley with a straight right within the first twenty seconds, then continued a relentless assault that forced Wardley’s corner to throw in the towel. Dubois extended his professional record to twenty‑four wins, twenty‑three by knockout, and three defeats, cementing his position at the top of the heavyweight division. The rematch followed a thrilling first encounter in Manchester five months earlier, where Dubois had climbed off the canvas twice to dethrone Wardley in an eleven‑round bout. The sell‑out crowd of nineteen‑thousand witnessed a decisive victory that highlighted Dubois’ power and strategic precision, while Wardley reflected on the experience as a learning opportunity. The event drew notable personalities, including actor Paddy Considine, comedian Rob Beckett, Oasis star
By Lauren B. | JQJO News
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- 2026-05 — Dubois defeats Wardley in Manchester, first encounter
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